Your breasts will initially appear deflated after having your implants removed. After two weeks, most patients start to notice a gradual improvement as their body recovers.
You have several options if you’re unhappy with the appearance of your breasts after implant removal. For example, you can choose to combine your breast implant removal with a breast lift. Most surgeons prefer to wait about six months before performing a follow-up surgery to allow the tissues to heal and settle.
A breast lift surgery will address sagging by elevating your breasts to a higher position on the chest. You may also choose to remove your implants and replace them with new ones. Implant exchange can correct postoperative complications and achieve your desired breast size and shape.
An autologous breast lift is another option for restoring volume to deflated or sagging breasts. This technique involves redistributing your existing breast tissue, moving volume that has shifted downward without necessarily adding implants. This surgery is ideal for women who feel they have ample breast size, but in the wrong location.
You can discuss all these options during your private consultation with Dr. Alderman.