Breast Implant Removal in Lone Tree, CO
Whether you’re experiencing complications, lifestyle changes, or simply ready for a new chapter, Dr. Tanya Atagi provides safe, personalized breast implant removal with options for natural restoration. As one of the few female board-certified plastic surgeons in the Denver area, she understands the unique considerations that bring patients to this decision.
Why Women Choose Breast Implant Removal
The decision to remove breast implants is deeply personal and varies for each patient. Some women experience physical symptoms like capsular contracture, implant rupture, or discomfort that affects daily activities. Others find their lifestyle has changed, perhaps desiring a different breast size or feel for sports, career, or personal comfort. Breast implant illness (BII), while not officially recognized as a medical diagnosis, describes a collection of symptoms that some women report experiencing with their implants. Many patients seek removal after pregnancy and breastfeeding have changed their body, or simply because their aesthetic preferences have evolved over time. Whatever brings you to consider explant surgery, your reasons are valid and deserve careful consideration with an experienced surgeon who listens to your concerns.
Are You a Candidate for Implant Removal?
The best candidates for breast implant removal include women who are experiencing physical or emotional concerns related to their implants and are in good overall health for surgery.
You may be a candidate if you’re experiencing:
- Physical Symptoms: Capsular contracture, implant rupture, chronic pain, or changes in breast shape
- Lifestyle Changes: Desire for a different breast size or feel for sports, career, or personal comfort
- Health Concerns: Symptoms you believe may be related to breast implant illness or autoimmune responses
- Aesthetic Evolution: Changed preferences about breast size or shape after life changes like pregnancy
- Implant Concerns: Questions about implant condition or longevity, which Dr. Atagi evaluates individually rather than by a fixed timeline
- Good Health: Overall physical health suitable for surgery and recovery
Your Options After Implant Removal
Natural Restoration:
Many women choose to embrace their natural breast shape after removal. Dr. Atagi can discuss realistic expectations for how your breasts may look based on your original anatomy, implant history, and skin quality. Some patients are pleasantly surprised by their natural contours.
Breast Lift Addition:
If removal leaves excess skin or sagging, a breast lift can restore a more youthful, elevated breast position. This combination procedure addresses both implant removal and reshaping of the natural breast tissue for optimal results.
Fat Transfer Enhancement:
For patients wanting some volume restoration without implants, fat transfer uses your own tissue harvested from areas like the abdomen or thighs. This natural approach provides modest enhancement while maintaining a completely natural feel.
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What Breast Implant Removal Involves
Consultation
Dr. Atagi evaluates your implant history, current symptoms, and goals to determine the right surgical approach for your situation.
Treatment
Breast implant removal, medically known as explantation, involves surgically removing your current implants and, in some cases, the surrounding scar tissue capsule. Depending on your case, Dr. Atagi may perform a full capsulectomy, removing the implant and capsule tissue, when medically appropriate. While this approach aims to minimize the risk of leaving behind any implant material or problematic scar tissue, there’s no guarantee the implant and capsule can be removed as one fully intact unit in every case. Depending on your specific situation, the procedure may be performed under general anesthesia in the operating room, or in select cases, implant-only removal can be done in-office under local anesthesia, an option many patients are choosing. The procedure usually takes 1.5 to three hours, depending on the complexity of your case.
Aftercare
During the first week, you’ll be encouraged to stay active with normal daily tasks like washing your hair and face, rather than resting completely. The main focus is avoiding activities that raise your heart rate or blood pressure. You’ll wear a special supportive garment and have follow-up appointments to monitor healing. Some discomfort and swelling are normal and well-managed with prescribed pain medication. Starting at two weeks, you can gradually resume your usual activities without a specific weight restriction for this procedure.
Results
Most patients gradually resume full activity, including exercise, starting around two weeks, with complete clearance typically by four to six weeks. Your final breast shape continues to settle over several months as swelling completely resolves and tissues adapt to their new state.
Expert Care at Atagi Plastic Surgery & Skin Aesthetics
All neuromodulator treatments at our practice are performed by our experienced registered nurses, including Melissa ‘Missy’ Doty and Clarrissa Bodinsky. Our clinical team brings deep knowledge of facial anatomy and a commitment to natural-looking results. Treatments are performed with physician oversight through Dr. Tanya A. Atagi, a board-certified plastic surgeon and Stanford Medical School graduate. Dr. Atagi’s understanding of facial anatomy and aesthetics shapes the standards our entire team follows. We take the time to understand your goals and provide honest guidance about what to expect, so you feel confident throughout your treatment journey.
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Breast implant removal costs vary based on the complexity of your case and whether additional procedures are performed. During your consultation, Dr. Atagi will provide detailed pricing based on your specific needs. We accept all major credit cards and offer financing options through CareCredit, Cherry, and PatientFi to help make your procedure more accessible.
Whether you need a breast lift after implant removal depends on your skin elasticity, original breast size, and implant history. Some patients have excellent skin recoil and are happy with their natural shape, while others benefit from a lift to address excess skin and restore breast position. Dr. Atagi will assess your anatomy during consultation to recommend the best approach.
Yes, breast implant replacement is an alternative to complete removal. This option works well for patients who want to maintain breast volume but need newer implants due to age, complications, or size preferences. Dr. Atagi can discuss whether replacement or removal better suits your goals during your consultation.
A full capsulectomy is a surgical technique where the implant and surrounding scar tissue capsule are removed together. While the goal is often to remove them as one intact unit, this can't always be guaranteed. This method aims to minimize the risk of leaving behind implant material or problematic capsule tissue and is often preferred when medically appropriate, especially for patients concerned about breast implant illness.
It's important to be up and walking the day of your procedure. Minimize activities that raise your blood pressure or heart rate, including sexual activity, for the first 2 weeks to reduce bleeding risk. After 2 weeks, you can gradually resume your usual exercise and activities without restriction.
Breast appearance after implant removal depends on your original anatomy, how long you had implants, and skin elasticity. Some women are pleasantly surprised by their natural shape, while others may have excess skin that benefits from a breast lift. Factors like implant size, placement duration, pregnancy history, and age all influence final results. A consultation with Dr. Atagi can provide realistic expectations based on your specific situation.
Complementary Procedures to Consider
Breast Lift
Restore elevated, youthful breast position after implant removal, especially beneficial if you have excess skin or want to reshape your natural contours.
Breast Implant Replacement
If you're ready for new implants rather than complete removal, Dr. Atagi can help you choose the right size, type, and placement for your current goals.
Mommy Makeover
Combine breast procedures with body contouring for comprehensive restoration after pregnancy and breastfeeding have changed your body.
Ready to Discuss Your Options?
Dr. Atagi provides compassionate, expert consultation for breast implant removal in Lone Tree, Colorado. During your private consultation, she’ll evaluate your specific situation, discuss your goals, and explain all available options for your post-removal journey. We accept all major credit cards and offer financing through CareCredit, Cherry, and PatientFi.