Breast Implant
Removal

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Breast Implant Removal in Houston, TX

Surgery Overview

AnesthesiaGeneral
Surgery Length2 Hours
Recovery Time1 week

OVERVIEW
PROCEDURE
RECOVERY

OVERVIEW

A Woman’s Prerogative

Back in the day, there was a popular saying that stated: “It’s a woman’s prerogative to change her mind.” And the breast augmentation process is no exception to this rule. There are plenty of reasons why a woman may choose to change her mind and remove breast implants or trade them for new ones after a breast augmentation procedure.

Naturally, one’s body is changing constantly over time, and factors such as aging, hormonal changes, or weight fluctuations may affect the shape and size of the breasts, altering the outcome of the original procedure. Any of these reasons can lead to a decision to have breast revision surgery.

Occasionally, an implant may rupture or shift position, triggering such concerns as capsular contracture, which causes the breasts to become hard and rigid. In these cases, the implant must be removed or exchanged. Or a woman may choose to trade in one type of implant for another, such as replacing saline with silicone or vice versa. Surgical breast implant removal may also be performed to amend a breast enhancement procedure by using a different size or shape implant.

Still, others may elect to have breast implants removed entirely. In these cases, a breast lift procedure may address the problem of sagging skin after implant removal.

PROCEDURE

How Is Breast Implant Removal Preformed?

The surgical breast implant removal procedure will be very similar to the original breast augmentation procedure, requiring a simple surgery typically performed with general anesthesia. Dr. Bachilo will use the same incisions used during your augmentation surgery to remove the old implants and insert the new ones, in order to prevent additional scarring.

RECOVERY

What to Expect During Breast Implant Removal Recovery?

Once you are released from the hospital, you will need to have a friend or relative drive you home and provide at-home care so that you may rest properly and fully for at least two to three days before resuming any physical activity.

It is normal to have tenderness and swelling around the site of the incisions, and Dr. Bachilo will prescribe pain medication to help you manage the discomfort of those first few days. You will also have to wear a compressive bra to optimize healing, support sensitive breast tissue, protect the surgical site from any potential impact, and assist the body in adapting to its new shape.

The full recovery period lasts about three to four weeks. You must wear the compressive bra and limit your physical activity during this period. You must specifically refrain from vigorous twisting or movement of the upper body, bending, lifting – and in particular overhead lifting – or any other strenuous or taxing physical activity. Once all swelling has subsided, you may gradually return to normal activity and exercise.

What's Next?

Perhaps you’ve changed your mind about your original breast implants and are considering a breast revision procedure. If you are a resident of Houston or nearby areas, contact Glamour Plastic Surgery and Med Spa to schedule a consultation with Dr. Bachilo to discuss breast revision. Glamour Plastic Surgery and Med Spa is located in Houston, just a short distance from Katy and Sugar Land.

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Dr. Olga Bachilio was awesome! She made me feel so comfortable and at home and it gave me great confidence in going ahead with the procedure.

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Dr. Bachilo is a skilled physician who takes her time with patients to ensure that all questions are addressed. Her staff is also very professional. Hopeful for the longer-term benefits from the procedure.

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Within 48 hours I experienced excellent results that have continued since.

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Dr. Bachilo is such a wonderful surgeon. I am so happy with my breast implant results. Several friends who also had surgical procedures with Dr. Bachilo are extremely thrilled with her expertise! Eva does such a fantastic job on facials and skin treatments. The hydrafacials are GREAT!!! I am so thankful for Dr. Bachilo’s advice and knowledge of what looks good and what will be realistic. GREAT SURGEON!!!

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