Breast Implant Removal

The goal of breast implant removal surgery is to remove breast implants and any scar tissue that formed around the implants. Often, the scar tissue that forms after the placement of an implant is soft and does not need to be removed, but it may harden, causing pain and discomfort. This is often a reason to have the implants and scar tissue removed. Breast implants are not lifelong devices and it is important to have them exchanged or removed approximately every 10-15 years. In some cases, the outside shell of the implant breaks down causing silicone to leak and the scar tissue around the implant to harden. It is important to understand that your implants should be removed for this reason.