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A member asked:
How long does breast implant removal take? how long should i plan to be in surgery for breast implant removal?
6 doctors weighed in across 4 answers
The : The removal of breast implants is dependent on whether the scar capsule surrounding these implants is also going to be removed... The actual removal without capsulectomy (scar removal) is relatively quick, but is also dependent on whether or not there is a "leaking" silicone implant versus a saline implant. The removal of silicone can take a bit longer than saline.
Answered 10/3/2016
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The : The time should be minimal.If the doctor is doing extensive capsulectomies it may take an hour or as little as 20 minutes.www.beautybybrueck.com.
Answered 10/4/2016
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Varies.: Uncomplicated removal of breast implants may take 15 to 20 min. However, if removal of the surrounding breast implant capsule is also performed, surgery may take 1 to 1.5 hours. If the surrounding breast implant capsule has thickened/calcified and/or is symptomatic, patients may benefit from this additional procedure (capsulectomy).
Answered 3/30/2013
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Usually quick: 20 - 30 minutes for routine uncomplicated breast implant removal.
Answered 9/10/2013
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