Implant removal with Capsulectomy
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Cost
Implants only, $1,350-$3,150. Total capulectomy EnBloc removal, $5,036 *This is an estimation & prices may vary.
Goal
Natural breasts
Facility
An outpatient surgery center or hospital.
Anesthesia
General anesthesia is required for this procedure.
Hospital stay
This is out-patient surgery and does not require an overnight hospital stay.
Assistance
You will be able to walk, feed and bathe yourself. Depending on your need for pain medication, you may not be able to drive or care for others while you are recovering.
Work
Most patients are able to resume office-type work within 2-3 days of surgery. No heavy lifting until you are fully healed, which is about 6 weeks.
Swelling
Most swelling usually subsides within 3-5 days after surgery.
Risks & Complications
Hematoma, contour irregularities, infection, prolonged swelling, delayed wound healing poor scarring, hairline irregularity, nerve injury, need for revision, complications related to anesthesia.
Procedure
In a standard breast implant removal, the surgeon removes the implants, but the surrounding capsule remains. In an en bloc or total capsulectomy, the breast implants and the surrounding capsule are removed. Some women may want to utilize their own body’s fat to replace some of the breast volume lost when the implant is removed. Fat transfer adds a small to moderate amount of volume to the breast. Many women opt to have a breast lift after implant removal which can restore breasts to a pleasing shape, without a “deflated” appearance.
Walking
You are encouraged to walk around as much as possible to help reduce the risk of blood clots.
Showering
You should be able to shower 24 hours after surgery.
Exercise
You can resume light exercise (walking, riding a stationary bike, etc.) one week after surgery with good support. Most patients can exercise regularly 3-4 weeks after surgery.
Sex
Patients are asked to wait at least one week after surgery so that there is no increase in blood pressure. No one other than YOU should touch your breasts for six weeks after surgery.
Bruising
If present, it should go away 1-2 weeks after surgery.
Related Procedures
Breast Augmentation
Breast Lift
Breast Reduction
Secondary Breast Surgery
Before & After Gallery
Procedures are performed by board-certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgeons, Dr. Butler, Dr. Leveque, and Dr. Patterson in Pensacola, FL.
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At Gulf Coast Plastic Surgery, we understand that the selection of a plastic surgeon is an extremely important decision for any prospective patient. We believe communication, education and individualized patient care are the foundation for creating a strong and trusting patient-physician relationship. Our entire staff is absolutely committed to providing compassionate, personalized, individual attention before, during, and after surgery. We work together to deliver the best possible aesthetic outcomes in a setting that embodies the standards and lifestyle you seek.
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