More than 300,000 women undergo breast augmentation every year in the United States. For many of these patients, the procedure is incredibly rewarding and leads to an improved body image and higher self-confidence. Not every woman is happy with the outcome of their augmentation, though. Some patients decide to have breast implant removal or revision.
About 30,000 American women have their implants removed every year. Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Elisa A. Burgess wants her patients to feel comfortable and confident in their bodies. For the women who are unsatisfied with their breast implants, Dr. Burgess is proud to offer breast implant removal surgery. She serves Lake Oswego, Portland, and surrounding areas of Oregon. Call 503-699-6464 today to schedule a consultation.
WHY GET IMPLANT REMOVAL?
Women get their implants taken out for several reasons, including:
- Dissatisfaction with the appearance of their augmented breasts
- Desire to return to their natural breasts
- Change in breast proportion after weight loss or weight gain
- Implant rupture
- Capsular contracture
BREAST IMPLANT REMOVAL WITH LIFT
Depending on how long you had your breast implants, they may have caused your breast skin to become stretched or sagged. If this is the case, you may want to consider getting a breast lift at the same time you have your implants removed. Breast lifts involve removing small amounts of breast tissue, skin, and fat to lift your breasts higher on your body and create a proportional, perky, voluminous look. Getting a breast lift in conjunction with your implant removal can help ensure that your breasts retain a symmetrical, aesthetically pleasing appearance.
BREAST SURGERY REVISION
Breast surgery revision may be required as your breasts age, your skin changes, or if an implant has issues. There are many options for revision including a breast lift, breast reduction, and revision of your breast augmentation. Any of these options for revision surgery can be discussed at the Portland area plastic surgery office of Dr. Burgess. Breast augmentation is a very popular procedure. Unfortunately, breast implants are not designed to last forever, and at some point, you may need a revision of your initial surgery. This is a patient-specific issue, as no one knows exactly how long a breast implant will last.
HOW DO I KNOW IF I NEED IMPLANT REPLACEMENT?
If you think you may have a ruptured or deflated implant, understand that this is not a medical emergency. It is recommended that you have the implant removed sooner than later, and most women have the implant replaced. Some women opt to have their implants removed and not replaced, while others may do a staged breast augmentation and a breast lift, if necessary. Because there are a variety of surgical options available, Dr. Burgess must evaluate you and review your surgical goals before a plan can be made.
Common concerns are:
- Deflation of a saline implant
- Capsular contracture: a hardening of one or both breasts due to a build-up of scar tissue
- A change in the look of the breasts
- Questionable silicone gel implant leak issues
CONTACT DR. ELISA BURGESS' OFFICE TODAY!
Dr. Burgess is a Portland native who is committed to helping her patients’ aesthetic dreams come true. During your consultation, she will listen to your goals and then craft a treatment plan to help you achieve the body you want. If you are interested in breast implant removal or revision, schedule a consultation with Dr. Burgess.
