At North East Breast Surgery, we understand that your breasts are a central part of your femininity and self-image. Over time, your body changes, and so can your desires for your breast appearance. Whether you’re considering replacing your implants or removing them entirely, North East Breast Surgery is here to guide you through the process with empathy and expertise.
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Change in Aesthetics: Your initial implant size may no longer meet your preferences. Perhaps you desire a larger profile or wish to return to a more natural look.
Capsular Contracture: This occurs when scar tissue around the implant hardens and tightens, causing discomfort and shape distortion. Capsulectomy with implant replacement can address this issue.
Implant Rupture: While uncommon, implants can rupture, sometimes presenting with breast discomfort or shape changes. Replacement is recommended for safety reasons.
Loss of Breast Volume: Gravity, weight, pregnancy and age can take their toll, causing drooping even with implants. Replacement alongside an uplift can address this concern.
Dissatisfaction with Previous Results: Sometimes, the initial augmentation surgery may not have achieved your desired outcome. At our breast clinic in Newcastle, our trusted surgeon Rob can offer a fresh perspective and strategy.
Rob will discuss your medical history, perform a thorough breast examination, and explore your motivations for removal or replacement.
He will provide honest advice about achievable outcomes and potential risks associated with surgery.
Based on your unique situation, Rob will recommend the most suitable course of action, whether it’s implant removal, replacement with a different size or type of implant, or combining the procedure with a breast lift.
From pre-operative preparation to post-surgical care, Rob and the caring staff at North East Breast Surgery will be there to guide you every step of the way.
Book your implant removal (and replacement if required) in Newcastle/Gateshead and the surrounding area.
Rob holds specialist clinic consultations at The Beverley Hospital in Gateshead. To start your journey or to find out more information, fill out the contact form and Rob will get back to you as soon as he can.
| Initial telephone consultation (optional) | Free |
|---|---|
| Outpatient clinic appointment (1 hour) | £200 |
| Further clinic appointments (optional) | No additional fee |
| Surgery costs Removal of implants (no capsulectomy) | £2500 |
| Removal of implants and capsulectomy | £3500 |
| Removal of implants and uplift | £7000 |
| Removal, capsulectomy and new implants | £5700 |
| Removal, capsulectomy, uplift and new implants | £8500 |
| Aftercare: | |
| 1 and 2 week dressings appointments | No additional fee |
| Follow up consultation | No additional fee |
| Total | See above plus clinic costs |
If you have a thickened capsule that makes the breast feel firm and uncomfortable, you may need the capsule removing to help with the symptoms of discomfort.
It is difficult to visualise what you will look like after implant removal as everyone is different. It is highly likely they won’t look the same as before they were originally put in. One major factor is how much breast tissue you actually have, and how much you have in relation to the size of your implant. Some women are left with an excess of skin, and so opt for a breast uplift when the implant has been removed to reduce sagging of the breasts.
If your breasts have started to sag despite having implants, the degree of excess skin might appear more obvious once implants are removed. An uplift removes excess skin and lifts the breasts and nipples to create a more youthful appearing breast.
Some implant manufacturers will cover the cost of replacing an implant following breast augmentation if it is ruptured within the first 10 years. That means that they will provide a new implant free of charge, but there would still be costs to the hospital. It is useful to keep the record of your implants and register for any warranty that may be included.
