Breast implant removal, also known as breast explant surgery, is becoming an increasingly common choice for women. While breast augmentation remains popular, many women decide to have their implants removed for various personal, health, and aesthetic reasons. If you’re considering breast explant surgery, understanding why others choose this path can help guide your decision.
The Brandow Clinic, led by Dr. Kirk Brandow, a board-certified cosmetic surgeon with over 30 years of experience, offers expert breast explant surgery using innovative, natural-looking techniques at their Main Line Philadelphia and South Jersey Shore locations. Known for his artistic eye and compassionate care, Dr. Brandow ensures each patient’s unique beauty is enhanced while addressing their concerns throughout the explant process.
1. Health Concerns and Breast Implant Illness (BII)
One of the primary reasons women opt for implant removal is due to health issues. Some women experience unexplained symptoms like fatigue, joint pain, brain fog, or autoimmune problems, which they attribute to breast implant illness (BII) usually with silicone implants. Though not officially recognized by all medical organizations, many patients report significant symptom relief after explant surgery. This is why The Brandow Clinic only offers saline implants at their practice as safety is their priority for their patients.
2. Capsular Contracture
Capsular contracture is when scar tissue forms tightly around the implant, causing pain and unnatural hardness. This condition often leads women to seek implant removal or implant replacement.
3. Changes in Personal Preference or Lifestyle
Over time, personal tastes and lifestyles evolve. Some women decide that their implants no longer suit their desired look or lifestyle, whether for comfort, a more natural appearance, or after significant events like pregnancy or weight changes.
4. Desire to Avoid Future Surgeries
Breast implants are not lifetime devices. Many women choose to remove implants to avoid ongoing maintenance, replacement surgeries, or potential risks associated with aging implants.
5. Psychological and Emotional Reasons
For some, removing implants is a way to reclaim body autonomy or address emotional discomfort related to their augmentation. The decision can be empowering and promote improved self-confidence.
Reclaim Confidence and Comfort with Breast Explant Surgery in Main Line Philadelphia, PA or South Jersey Shore, NJ
Choosing breast implant removal is a highly personal decision influenced by many factors. Consulting with a board-certified cosmetic surgeon like Dr. Brandow can help you understand your options and what to expect from the procedure. Call us today at 610-617-7949 to schedule a consultation.