What can I expect having 500cc silicone implants removed with no replacement?
I am 26 years old. Two and a half years ago I had 500 cc silicone implants inserted through the nipple. Pre-implants, I was size 32 C. I haven't had any complications with them but lately I've noticed that the muscle hurts and I am limited as to how much weight I can lift, etc. I want to get them removed but I am afraid of what my breasts will look like afterwards. I do not want to replace them. What are my options -and what can I expect?
You could expect to have some droopiness of your breasts that could be corrected with some type of uplift. Also, you need to think whether you want an en bloc capsulectomy.
500 cc silicone implants are on the upper range of large. You also had relatively larger breast pre implants with a 32 C. This suggests that you will have some degree of ptosis, drooping, of your breast. It would however require a consultation and a physical exam to determine what would be the best course for you. You probably would do well with just the removal of your implants and with out further surgery if you are willing to accept some drooping of your breast. If you want to have the implants out and have perky breast you probably would do best with a breast lift at the time of your implant removal. The final decision should be made by you after a consultation and physical exam by a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon.