The goal of breast implant removal surgery is to remove breast implants from breast augmentation or breast reconstruction patients. During these procedures, the surgeon may also remove silicone material from implant leaks and the breast capsule, which is the scar tissue that forms after the placement of a breast implant.

Who is a good candidate for breast implant removal?

In general, you may be a good candidate for breast implant removal if:

• You are physically healthy and at a stable weight

• You have realistic expectations

• You are a nonsmoker

• You are bothered by the appearance of your implants

• You have experienced discomfort or pain

• You feel your breasts are too heavy

• You are starting to feel your breast scar tissue is getting harder or tighter

• Imaging suggests a leak or rupture of implants

• You have experienced a rupture or leak of implants