What is Breast Implant Removal Surgery?
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Breast implant removal surgery is the surgical removal of breast implants due to the ageing or rupture of the implant, a change in its position or for personal reasons. Other reasons for the removal of the implants are:
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Neither saline or silicone breast implants are guaranteed to last a lifetime, so breast implants will need to be removed or replaced at some later stage in almost every breast augmentation patient.
During the breast implant removal procedure, a small incision is made, usually in the crease beneath the breast where the breast augmentation was performed.
The medical term for this procedure is breast implant explantation.
If you are having your implants removed, in most cases a capsulectomy will be performed at the same time to remove the capsule of scar tissue around the implant. This capsule will be sent to pathology to have further investigations.
Highly experienced in this procedure, Dr Lewis Blennerhassett is a skilled Perth breast augmentation surgeon and respected Specialist Plastic Surgeon and has performed cosmetic breast surgery for more than 25 years. His breast implants work is focused on being meticulous and precise, prioritising safety and standards.
His breast implant surgery is performed only in fully accredited, fully equipped Perth hospitals. His anaesthetists are skilled and highly qualified.
During the breast implant removal procedure, a small incision is made, usually in the crease beneath the breast where the breast augmentation was performed.
The medical term for this procedure is breast implant explantation.
If you are having your implants removed, in most cases a capsulectomy will be performed at the same time to remove the capsule of scar tissue around the implant. This capsule will be sent to pathology to have further investigations.
Highly experienced in this procedure, Dr Lewis Blennerhassett is a skilled Perth breast augmentation surgeon and respected Specialist Plastic Surgeon and has performed cosmetic breast surgery for more than 25 years. His breast implants work is focused on being meticulous and precise, prioritising safety and standards.
His breast implant surgery is performed only in fully accredited, fully equipped Perth hospitals. His anaesthetists are skilled and highly qualified.
Why Choose to Have Breast Implant Removal Surgery?
The key reasons women seek breast implant removal with Dr Blennerhassett are:
Breast Implant Removal Surgery can be done in conjunction with a breast lift (mastopexy). If you decide not to replace the breast implants, a breast lift may help to address the skin that has been stretched from the original breast augmentation and may prevent the breast and nipple from hanging low. In some cases, this is done in the same operation, but it can also be done at a later stage if necessary.
This can be discussed at your consultation with Perth breast augmentation surgeon Dr Lewis Blennerhassett. The decision as to whether this is required needs a thorough and careful examination.
Read updates on the latest advice on breast implants.
Australian Society of Plastic Surgeons advice on Breast implant associated-Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma (BIA-ALCL).
- Concerns about safety of breast implants from overseas surgery
- Change in view on required breast size
- Change in position of breast implant
- Change in look of breast implant due to weight loss, weight gain or pregnancies
- Hardening of the breast implant
- Unhappy with breast augmentation procedure done elsewhere
- Rupture or leak, deflation or folding
- Complications including capsular contraction
Breast Implant Removal Surgery can be done in conjunction with a breast lift (mastopexy). If you decide not to replace the breast implants, a breast lift may help to address the skin that has been stretched from the original breast augmentation and may prevent the breast and nipple from hanging low. In some cases, this is done in the same operation, but it can also be done at a later stage if necessary.
This can be discussed at your consultation with Perth breast augmentation surgeon Dr Lewis Blennerhassett. The decision as to whether this is required needs a thorough and careful examination.
Read updates on the latest advice on breast implants.
Australian Society of Plastic Surgeons advice on Breast implant associated-Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma (BIA-ALCL).
What Will My Breasts Look Like After Breast Implant Removal?
Following your breast implant removal surgery, your breasts will not look the same as before you had the original breast augmentation surgery.
This is because:
Your breast implant removal will result in a different shape of the breast profile, which may be flatter or droopier than before surgery and may have irregularities and/or indentations. Depending on how much scar tissue was produced around your implants, breast implants may have stretched the tissue and caused changes in the rib area.
This is general recovery advice for educational purposes only. Dr Blennerhassett will discuss your individual expectations, risks and recovery management with you.
This is because:
- You are older than when you had the breast implants inserted
- The breast implants will have stretched the breast tissue and skin
Your breast implant removal will result in a different shape of the breast profile, which may be flatter or droopier than before surgery and may have irregularities and/or indentations. Depending on how much scar tissue was produced around your implants, breast implants may have stretched the tissue and caused changes in the rib area.
This is general recovery advice for educational purposes only. Dr Blennerhassett will discuss your individual expectations, risks and recovery management with you.
How Long Will it Take Before I Get the Final Result?
It may take up to one year before the final results are visible, due to the process of breast healing.
The end result is impacted by:
This is general recovery advice for educational purposes only. Dr Blennerhassett will discuss your individual expectations, risks and recovery management with you.
Breast Implant Removal Risks
From the Australian Society of Plastic Surgeons - https://plasticsurgery.org.au/ and Dr Blennerhassett
Modern surgery is generally safe but does have the potential for risks and complications to occur, states the Australian Society of Plastic Surgeons.
Some possible complications and risks associated with breast surgery may include:
Referral Needed
*You will now need to first obtain a referral for cosmetic surgery from your GP. We will also get you to complete a screening questionnaire. The changes are new rulings from the Medical Board and AHPRA. They are being introduced across Australia to further support high quality care.
If you have any questions or need any assistance with these changes, our lovely staff members are ready on standby to help out. Pls phone Tara, Domenica or Paula on 08 93816977
The end result is impacted by:
- Your skin type
- The breast implant size
- The degree of scar tissue around the breast implants
- Your natural breast size
This is general recovery advice for educational purposes only. Dr Blennerhassett will discuss your individual expectations, risks and recovery management with you.
Breast Implant Removal Risks
From the Australian Society of Plastic Surgeons - https://plasticsurgery.org.au/ and Dr Blennerhassett
Modern surgery is generally safe but does have the potential for risks and complications to occur, states the Australian Society of Plastic Surgeons.
Some possible complications and risks associated with breast surgery may include:
- Surgical risks such as bleeding or infection
- Allergic reaction to suture materials, tape adhesive or other medical materials and lotions
- Changes in breast and nipple sensation
- Temporary or permanent areas of numbness
- Keloid, or lumpy scar tissue, which is pink, raised and irregularly shaped. These scars may be inflamed and itchy. There are several possible sites for the incision. Discuss this with your surgeon
- Asymmetry (unevenness) of the breasts
- Residual calcium deposits in the scar tissue
- Residual silicone in scar tissue, breast tissue or lymph nodes.
- Breastfeeding difficulties, including reduced milk supply
- Further surgery to treat complications
- Risks of anaesthesia including allergic reaction or potentially fatal cardiovascular complications such as heart attack
- A blood clot in the deep veins of the legs (deep vein thrombosis), which can move to the lungs (pulmonary embolus) or to the brain and may be life threatening.
- Dr Blennerhassett will discuss your individual expectations, risks and recovery management in person. Another risk for this removal procedure is seroma (fluid collection) in the space where the implant was removed. This may need drainage and can sometimes need repeated drainage.
Referral Needed
*You will now need to first obtain a referral for cosmetic surgery from your GP. We will also get you to complete a screening questionnaire. The changes are new rulings from the Medical Board and AHPRA. They are being introduced across Australia to further support high quality care.
If you have any questions or need any assistance with these changes, our lovely staff members are ready on standby to help out. Pls phone Tara, Domenica or Paula on 08 93816977
Dr Lewis Blennerhassett, Perth Breast Implant Removal Plastic Surgeon
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Breast implant removal surgery offered by Specialist Plastic Surgeon Dr Blennerhassett is highly individualised and based on your needs. After a comprehensive and thorough discussion with you, he will personally work with you on your operation plan.
A great communicator, he oversees all patient care, from the first consultation until full recovery. Dr Lewis Blennerhassett (MED0001532372), registered medical practitioner. Specialist Plastic Surgeon, Specialist registration in Surgery – Plastic Surgery |
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Does Breast Implant Removal Surgery Require Anaesthesia?
Perth breast augmentation surgeon and Specialist Plastic Surgeon Dr Lewis Blennerhassett always performs his breast implant removal surgery under a general anaesthetic (with the patient asleep).
To ensure the prioritisation of safety and standards, all his breast surgery is performed only in fully accredited, fully equipped Perth hospitals. His anaesthetists are skilled and highly qualified.
To ensure the prioritisation of safety and standards, all his breast surgery is performed only in fully accredited, fully equipped Perth hospitals. His anaesthetists are skilled and highly qualified.
How Much Does Breast Implant Removal Surgery Cost in Perth?
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Medicare will rebate around $500 towards the cost of removal ONLY of breast prostheses.
Estimates of the full surgical, hospital and anaesthetic costs for breast implant removal surgery, for both insured and non-insured patients, can be obtained by phoning our practice staff - Tara, Domenica and Paula - at our rooms on 9381 6977. Cosmetic surgery is not generally covered by most health insurance, however we do recommend that you contact your health insurance provider and double check cover for this procedure, eligibility and the requirements of your health insurance policy before booking. |
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An exact cost estimate cannot be given until you have had your consultation with Perth breast augmentation surgeon Dr Lewis Blennerhassett, discussed your needs and a personalised plan for the surgery has been drawn up.
Costs associated with breast implant removal surgeries include;
Our Subiaco Plastic Surgery staff can assist you with getting estimates on these.
Costs associated with breast implant removal surgeries include;
- Surgeon’s fee
- Hospital or surgical facility costs
- Anaesthesia fees
- Prescriptions for medication
- Post-surgery garments
- Medical Tests
Our Subiaco Plastic Surgery staff can assist you with getting estimates on these.
Aftercare Breast Implant Removal Costs
Your post-op aftercare is covered in your surgical fee, you do not have to pay extra for this. This includes the removal of sutures, changing of dressings etc. and advice on wound care and recovery.
If you have a new problem, a new referral is necessary. This is a Medicare requirement.
Contact us now to arrange a consultation and quote for Breast Implant Removal.
If you have a new problem, a new referral is necessary. This is a Medicare requirement.
Contact us now to arrange a consultation and quote for Breast Implant Removal.
Getting Breast Implant Removal Surgery in Perth
Referral - A GP referral is now required for both cosmetic procedures and non-cosmetic procedures.
First consultation with breast augmentation surgeon Dr Lewis Blennerhassett- At your first visit, we will listen to your needs, discuss your concerns, requirements and risks, and an operative plan will be formulated specifically for you.
Second consultation with Dr Blennerhassett - This is so you have an opportunity to ask any questions you may not have thought of at the first visit and so everything is still fresh in your mind for the day of surgery.
Chat with our friendly practice staff – They will help you find a suitable date for your surgery and advise on necessary preparations.
Expert care – breast implant removal surgery is performed under general anaesthetic, meaning you will be asleep for the procedure. Breast augmentation surgeon Dr Lewis Blennerhassett ensures his breast surgeries are performed only in fully accredited, fully equipped Perth hospitals, with highly qualified, skilled anaesthetists.
On the day of the surgery, you will be admitted to the hospital by the nursing staff and prepared for the operating theatre. The surgery may take several hours. A single night’s stay in hospital is usual, and Dr Blennerhassett will review your progress on the ward prior to discharge.
Aftercare - begins immediately after surgery and key post-surgery follow-up examinations are scheduled for about 3 months.
This is general recovery advice for educational purposes only. Dr Blennerhassett will discuss your individual expectations, risks and recovery management with you.
First consultation with breast augmentation surgeon Dr Lewis Blennerhassett- At your first visit, we will listen to your needs, discuss your concerns, requirements and risks, and an operative plan will be formulated specifically for you.
Second consultation with Dr Blennerhassett - This is so you have an opportunity to ask any questions you may not have thought of at the first visit and so everything is still fresh in your mind for the day of surgery.
Chat with our friendly practice staff – They will help you find a suitable date for your surgery and advise on necessary preparations.
Expert care – breast implant removal surgery is performed under general anaesthetic, meaning you will be asleep for the procedure. Breast augmentation surgeon Dr Lewis Blennerhassett ensures his breast surgeries are performed only in fully accredited, fully equipped Perth hospitals, with highly qualified, skilled anaesthetists.
On the day of the surgery, you will be admitted to the hospital by the nursing staff and prepared for the operating theatre. The surgery may take several hours. A single night’s stay in hospital is usual, and Dr Blennerhassett will review your progress on the ward prior to discharge.
Aftercare - begins immediately after surgery and key post-surgery follow-up examinations are scheduled for about 3 months.
This is general recovery advice for educational purposes only. Dr Blennerhassett will discuss your individual expectations, risks and recovery management with you.
First Class Breast Surgery Aftercare
During the recovery period, Dr Lewis Blennerhassett will personally oversee your aftercare and is contactable to answer your questions. His mobile number will be provided to you during pre-surgery consultations.
Further dressings changes will take place at Dr Blennerhassett’s Subiaco Plastic Surgery rooms until all healing is complete. Our expert nursing staff will attend to your dressings and bandages.
Further dressings changes will take place at Dr Blennerhassett’s Subiaco Plastic Surgery rooms until all healing is complete. Our expert nursing staff will attend to your dressings and bandages.
What Do I Need To Do Before Breast Implant Removal Surgery?
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When you have your first consultation with Dr Lewis Blennerhassett, a thorough assessment of all factors will be taken into account so that the best possible outcome can be achieved. This will be discussed carefully with you in easy-to-understand language. We will normally recommend an ultrasound or mammogram before the surgery, especially if you have not had one for more than 12 months. |
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Large selections of before and after photos of Dr Blennerhassett's patients (with patient consent) are available for you to review if you wish to see these. A thorough discussion of the risks and side effects of this surgery will also take place at the first visit.
Once an operative plan has been formulated, an accurate estimate of the costs involved will be given to you. This will take into account the cost of the operation, the anaesthetic and also the hospital fees.
Second consultation with Dr Blennerhassett - this will provide you with the opportunity to ask any questions you may not have thought of at the first visit and ensure all information about the requirements of surgery is fresh in your mind.
After your second appointment - if you want to go ahead with your surgery - we will make arrangements to book a date for the surgical procedure. Our practice staff - Tara, Domenica and Paula - will be able to assist with finding a suitable date..
We will also start your paperwork (allowing for a seven-day cooling off period required by the Medical Board).
You will be provided with an invoice for the payment of the surgical fee to sign and agree to.
Please note for security purposes - we will NEVER email you to advise a change in payment details, including a change in bank account. Please call our office directly if there are any issues with payment details and beware of fraudulent scam emails.
Once an operative plan has been formulated, an accurate estimate of the costs involved will be given to you. This will take into account the cost of the operation, the anaesthetic and also the hospital fees.
Second consultation with Dr Blennerhassett - this will provide you with the opportunity to ask any questions you may not have thought of at the first visit and ensure all information about the requirements of surgery is fresh in your mind.
After your second appointment - if you want to go ahead with your surgery - we will make arrangements to book a date for the surgical procedure. Our practice staff - Tara, Domenica and Paula - will be able to assist with finding a suitable date..
We will also start your paperwork (allowing for a seven-day cooling off period required by the Medical Board).
You will be provided with an invoice for the payment of the surgical fee to sign and agree to.
Please note for security purposes - we will NEVER email you to advise a change in payment details, including a change in bank account. Please call our office directly if there are any issues with payment details and beware of fraudulent scam emails.
What Do I Need To Do After Breast Implant Removal Surgery?
A first post-op visit at Dr Blennerhassett’s Subiaco Plastic Surgery rooms will be scheduled at one week after the surgery for a wound-check and change of dressings, carried out by our highly experienced nurses. A second visit is scheduled for the following week. All visits to the rooms for dressings after the surgery are included in the cost of the surgery. Further follow-up visits usually take place around 3 months after the surgery.
How Much Time Off Work Will I Need for Breast Implant Removal Surgery?
You will need about 1 to 2 weeks off work but this obviously depends upon your occupation. If you have a very physically demanding job, you may require longer - possibly three to four weeks off work.
How Much Time Will I Need Off Sport for Breast Implant Removal Surgery?
We encourage walking as soon as possible after surgery. Contact sport or impact activities, such as running, are best avoided for 3 to 4 weeks.
This is general recovery advice for educational purposes only. Dr Blennerhassett will discuss your individual expectations, risks and recovery management with you.
This is general recovery advice for educational purposes only. Dr Blennerhassett will discuss your individual expectations, risks and recovery management with you.
Breast Implant Removal Surgery Words to Know
(Source: Australian Society of Plastic Surgeons Glossary)
Augmentation mammoplasty: Breast enlargement by surgery
Breast Augmentation: Also known as augmentation mammoplasty; breast enlargement by surgery
Saline implants: Breast implants filled with salt water
Silicone implants: Breast implants filled with an elastic gel
Submammary or subglandular placement: Breast implants placed directly behind the breast tissue, over the pectoral muscle
Submuscular or subpectoral placement: Breast implants placed under the pectoral muscle, which is located between the breast tissue and chest wall
Augmentation mammoplasty: Breast enlargement by surgery
Breast Augmentation: Also known as augmentation mammoplasty; breast enlargement by surgery
Saline implants: Breast implants filled with salt water
Silicone implants: Breast implants filled with an elastic gel
Submammary or subglandular placement: Breast implants placed directly behind the breast tissue, over the pectoral muscle
Submuscular or subpectoral placement: Breast implants placed under the pectoral muscle, which is located between the breast tissue and chest wall
