Breast Explant Surgery in Beverly Hills, CA
At Adanna Plastic Surgery, we provide expert, compassionate breast explant surgery for patients who wish to have their breast implants safely removed. Whether you are experiencing implant complications, symptoms associated with Breast Implant Illness (BII), capsular contracture, or simply prefer to return to your natural anatomy, Dr. Eva Williams performs every explant procedure with meticulous surgical technique and a deep commitment to your health and well-being. Call (310) 614-0089 to schedule your private consultation in Beverly Hills today.
What Is Breast Explant Surgery?
Breast explant surgery — also called breast implant removal — is a procedure in which breast implants are surgically removed from the body. Depending on the patient’s specific situation, explant surgery may also include removal of the fibrous capsule of scar tissue that naturally forms around every breast implant. This capsule removal is referred to as a capsulectomy.
At Adanna Plastic Surgery in Beverly Hills, CA, Dr. Williams performs breast explant surgery using a careful, thorough approach tailored to each patient’s anatomy, implant history, and health concerns. Every explant is approached with the same precision and attention to detail as the original augmentation surgery — with the goal of achieving the safest possible removal and the best possible post-explant appearance.
Why Do Patients Seek Breast Explant Surgery?
Patients at Adanna Plastic Surgery seek breast explant surgery for a wide range of reasons, including:
Personal preference: Many patients simply decide over time that they no longer wish to have implants and prefer to return to their natural breast anatomy. Breast Implant Illness (BII): Some patients experience a collection of systemic symptoms — including fatigue, joint pain, brain fog, hair loss, and immune-related issues — that they attribute to their implants. Many of these patients report improvement in symptoms following explant. Capsular contracture: A condition in which the scar tissue capsule around the implant hardens and tightens, causing breast firmness, distortion, and discomfort. Implant rupture: Both saline and silicone implant ruptures may require surgical removal and replacement or explant. Implant malposition: When implants shift out of their intended position over time. Implant-associated conditions: Including BIA-ALCL (Breast Implant-Associated Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma), a rare but serious condition associated with certain textured implants.
Types of Breast Explant Procedures at Adanna Plastic Surgery
At Adanna Plastic Surgery in Beverly Hills, CA , Dr. Williams offers several explant approaches based on your diagnosis, implant history, and health goals:
Implant Removal Only: Simple removal of the breast implant through the existing surgical scar, leaving the capsule in place. This approach is appropriate for patients with no capsule-related concerns and a thin, pliable capsule.
Total Capsulectomy: Removal of the breast implant along with the complete scar tissue capsule surrounding it. This is typically recommended for patients with capsular contracture, implant rupture, or BII concerns.
En Bloc Capsulectomy: Removal of the implant and capsule together as a single intact unit, without opening the capsule during removal. This technique is often requested by BII patients and is recommended when the capsule is thick, calcified, or when there is concern about capsule integrity. En bloc capsulectomy is technically demanding and requires an experienced, skilled surgeon.
Breast Restoration After Explant
After breast explant at Adanna Plastic Surgery, many patients choose to pursue breast restoration procedures to address changes in breast shape, volume, or position that occur after implant removal. Common post-explant restoration options include:
A breast lift (mastopexy) to reshape and elevate breast tissue that has stretched or sagged around the implant. Fat grafting to restore modest volume to the breast using your own body fat, offering a natural alternative to implants. Breast augmentation with new implants if the patient wishes to replace rather than simply remove their implants. Dr. Williams will discuss all restoration options during your consultation to help you achieve the most natural, satisfying outcome after explant.
Breast Explant Recovery in Beverly Hills
Recovery from breast explant surgery at Adanna Plastic Surgery is typically shorter and less involved than the original augmentation procedure. Most patients experience mild to moderate soreness, swelling, and bruising for one to two weeks. A supportive bra or surgical garment is worn during recovery. Most patients return to light activities within one week and resume full activity within four to six weeks.
The final appearance of the breasts after explant depends on factors including the size of the implants removed, the degree of skin stretching that occurred, and whether a capsulectomy or breast lift was performed simultaneously. Dr. Williams will provide a realistic preview of expected post-explant results during your consultation at Adanna Plastic Surgery.
Schedule Your Breast Explant Consultation at Adanna Plastic Surgery
If you are considering breast implant removal in Beverly Hills, CA, Adanna Plastic Surgery is here to provide the expert, patient-centered care you deserve. Contact our office at (310) 614-0089 or book your consultation online. Dr. Williams will review your implant history, evaluate your health concerns, and create a personalized explant plan designed to prioritize your safety, comfort, and aesthetic outcome.
Breast Explant FAQs — Beverly Hills, CA
What is breast explant surgery and who is a candidate?
Breast explant surgery at Adanna Plastic Surgery in Beverly Hills is the surgical removal of breast implants — with or without removal of the surrounding scar tissue capsule. Candidates include patients experiencing implant complications such as rupture or capsular contracture, those with Breast Implant Illness (BII) symptoms, and patients who simply wish to return to their natural anatomy.
What is the difference between a total capsulectomy and an en bloc capsulectomy?
A total capsulectomy removes the implant and the complete scar tissue capsule surrounding it, typically in pieces. An en bloc capsulectomy removes the implant and capsule together as one intact unit without opening the capsule during removal — a more technically demanding procedure often preferred by BII patients. Dr. Williams at Adanna Plastic Surgery will recommend the most appropriate approach based on your specific anatomy and health concerns.
What is Breast Implant Illness (BII)?
Breast Implant Illness (BII) is a term used to describe a collection of systemic symptoms — including fatigue, joint pain, brain fog, hair loss, rashes, and immune dysfunction — that some patients attribute to their breast implants. While BII is not yet a formally recognized medical diagnosis, many patients report significant improvement or resolution of symptoms following breast explant surgery at Adanna Plastic Surgery in Beverly Hills.
Will I need a breast lift after explant?
Whether a breast lift is needed after explant depends on the size of the implants removed, how long they were in place, and the degree of skin stretching that occurred. Many patients who remove moderate to large implants benefit from a simultaneous breast lift (mastopexy) to reshape and elevate the natural breast tissue. Dr. Williams will discuss this during your consultation at Adanna Plastic Surgery.
How long is recovery after breast explant surgery?
Most patients at Adanna Plastic Surgery in Beverly Hills experience mild to moderate soreness and swelling for one to two weeks following breast explant. Most return to light activities within one week. Full activity can typically be resumed within four to six weeks. Recovery is generally shorter and more comfortable than the original augmentation surgery.
Can I replace my implants with new ones at the time of explant?
Yes — some patients choose to replace their existing implants with new ones at the time of explant rather than removing them entirely. This may be appropriate for patients with implant rupture, malposition, or size concerns. Dr. Williams at Adanna Plastic Surgery will discuss replacement versus removal options in detail during your consultation to help you make the most informed decision.
How do I schedule a breast explant consultation at Adanna Plastic Surgery?
Contact Adanna Plastic Surgery in Beverly Hills, CA at (310) 614-0089 or book your consultation online. Dr. Williams will review your implant history and health concerns, and develop a fully individualized explant plan designed to prioritize your safety and achieve the best possible outcome.