Breast Implant Removal
A careful, meticulous approach to removing implants, and when indicated the surrounding capsule, restoring comfort in your own natural tissue.
Book a consultation- Procedure time
- 1 to 2 hours
- Anaesthesia
- General
- Back to routine
- 1 to 2 weeks
- Results
- Permanent
The procedure
Explant Surgery, Approached with Precision
Breast implant removal, or explant surgery, is chosen for many reasons. Some patients have a rupture, capsular contracture or another complication. Others are concerned about implant related symptoms, want a different size or feel, or simply prefer to return to their natural tissue after years with implants. Whatever the reason, the goal is a safe, well planned removal with a result you feel comfortable in.
When indicated, Dr. Leandro Junqueira performs an en bloc capsulectomy, removing the implant and its surrounding scar tissue capsule together as a single intact unit without opening it. In other cases, a standard implant removal with partial or no capsule excision is more appropriate. The right approach depends on the reason for removal, the condition of the capsule and your own anatomy.
Why patients choose it
Relief from Implant Concerns
Addressing rupture, contracture, discomfort or broader concerns about living with implants.
En Bloc Capsulectomy When Indicated
Removing the implant and its capsule as one intact unit when clinically appropriate.
Combined Breast Lift
A simultaneous lift can reshape the breast when skin and tissue have changed since the original surgery.
Return to Natural Tissue
Your own breast tissue reshaped and supported without added implant volume.
Meticulous Closure
Careful, layered technique aimed at a smooth healing process and discreet scarring.
Personalised Aftercare
Structured follow up throughout healing, tailored to the complexity of your case.
Your journey
From consultation to result
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01
Consultation
A thorough review of your implant history, current concerns, imaging and overall breast anatomy.
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Planning
Deciding between implant removal alone, en bloc capsulectomy, and whether a lift or fat transfer will be combined.
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Surgery
A precise, one to two hour procedure under general anaesthesia in an accredited facility.
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Recovery
Guided aftercare in a supportive garment as swelling settles and the breast tissue adapts to its new volume.
Removal Options
The right approach depends on why the implants are being removed, the condition of the capsule, and whether the breast needs reshaping afterward.
Implant Removal Alone
Suitable when the capsule is healthy and no additional reshaping is required.
En Bloc Capsulectomy
The implant and surrounding capsule removed together as a single unit, without opening it.
Removal with Breast Lift
A mastopexy performed at the same time to reposition tissue that has changed since the original augmentation.
Removal with Fat Transfer
In selected patients, purified fat can restore a modest amount of natural volume without a new implant.
Before and After
Breast Implant Removal FAQ
It depends on your skin elasticity, tissue quality and how long you have had implants. Some patients are happy with the natural shape afterward, while others benefit from a breast lift performed at the same time. This is assessed during consultation.
It is a technique that removes the implant together with its surrounding scar tissue capsule as one intact unit, without opening it. It is used selectively, based on the condition of the capsule and the reason for removal.
In many cases, yes, once the tissue has healed and stabilised. Some patients choose to go flat permanently, while others plan a staged approach. Your options are discussed openly during consultation.
Coverage depends on your insurer and the clinical reason for removal, such as rupture or capsular contracture. Dr. Leandro provides the documentation needed to support your claim where applicable.
Most patients return to light daily activity within one to two weeks. Recovery can take slightly longer when a lift or capsulectomy is performed at the same time.