Breast Implant Removal
In some cases, some women opt to remove their implants, without replacing them. This is called breast implant explant. It can be done in conjunction with a lift of remaining skin and tissue to ensure excess skin is tightened.
The Procedure
There are a number of reasons women seek this procedure with Dr Moncrieff – sometimes older breast implants have become hard (called capsular contraction) or other medical issues, or they no longer suit a woman’s lifestyle after many years.
The Hospital
A Breast Implant Removal is performed under General Anaesthetic in hospital. The hospital stay is overnight.
Recovery
We recommend one week off work, wearing the garment/bra for 6 weeks.
3D Vectra Simulation
Our $50 Vectra simulation appointments can be booked with our Practice Manager Jessica. For patients seeking a revision of existing breast implants the simulation may not be able to attain a simulation. However, the appointment is an opportunity to talk about the surgical process, costs and review of previous patient case studies.
The Cost
Get In TouchRemoval with lift – no new implant
Dr Moncrieff generally does not recommend a removal without lift because the skin and tissue will usually be too stretched to retract and the result is not cosmetically pleasing and can lead to chronic skin irritation under the lax breast tissue.
A removal with a surgical lift is from $16,000 total out of pocket for an insured patient. This is inclusive of the surgeon’s fee, hospital stay, garment and anaesthetist’s fee.
To see more about what’s involved in a surgical lift, please visit our lift page.
A lift is a more complex and time consuming surgery that a replacement of an implant, so takes more time in theatre. This results in the extra fees for the hospital, surgeon, anaesthetist, etc.
Removal only
In some cases, generally for smaller implants which have only been in a short time, it is possible to remove implants and not lift the remaining skin. This ranges from $6,500 – $10,000 depending on insurance coverage and complexity of the removal.
Before & After
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About the patient
Age
30 years old
Time
5 months post surgery
Description
This patient had a previous breast augmentation performed by a different surgeon which left her with a 'waterfall effect.' Dr Moncrieff corrected this by performing a breast implant removal followed by an uplift and nipple reshape.
About the patient
Age
34 years old
Time
7 months post surgery
Description
This patient had a breast augmentation performed by a different surgeon. The ruptured implants caused painful excess fluid to build up in her breasts. Dr Moncrieff removed the existing implants, lifted the breasts and reshaped the nipples.
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQS
FAQS
Yes we do. We understand that surgery is a serious investment. To help you understand your payment options you may like to read our dedicated article here.
Yes, Medicare Item Numbers – 45551 – removal only.
We do not see patients within 6 months following surgery elsewhere. This is because the original doctor is required by law to provide post-operative care and surgery takes time to settle. We also have no insight into exactly how the surgery has been performed, the implants used and infection control employed so we can’t have a full insight into how patients from other clinics should be managed in the post operative phase, unlike our own patients.
If you remain unhappy about your results after 6 months and you have been unable to get a agreed path forward with your original doctor, then we recommend you see your GP for a referral to us and also a referral for an ultrasound before you see us.
If you are experiencing a serious complication from surgery elsewhere such as an infection or wound breakdown, you should contact that clinic urgently. You should also consider presenting at emergency or your GP if you are unable to get in contact with that clinic.
Yes, Dr Moncrieff not only removes the implants, but the entire capsule around the implants (called an en bloc capsulectomy).
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