
Explant Surgery and Capsulectomy –
Removal of Breast Implants
While there are millions of women worldwide with breast implants, not everyone wants to keep their implants forever. There are many reasons which may lead one to the decision, on medical or personal grounds, to remove breast implants.
Reasons to Remove Breast Implants
- The breasts are too big
- Shape deterioration from sagging
- Implant rupture – around 10% over 10 years
- Implant capsular contracture-around 10% over 10 years causing breasts to go hard and misshaped
- Concern regarding implant safety
- Concerns regarding breast implant Illness
Before and After Gallery
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What is Removal of breast implants with breast-Lift (mastopexy) Surgery?
Meet our Specialist Plastic Surgeon Dr Robert Drielsma MBBS, BSc(Med), FRACS
(AHPRA MED00001073756)
Dr Drielsma is an Australian trained Specialist Plastic Surgeon with over 30 years of extensive experience in plastic surgery of the face, breasts and body. He is a fellow of the Royal Australasian College of Surgeons (FRACS), a member of the Australian Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) and a member of the Australian Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons (ASAPS)

Explant Surgery and Capsulectomy FAQ
- What is DR Drielsma's background in explant surgery?
- How do I know if I am a good candidate for explant surgery?
- How should I prepare for the consultation?
- How long is the typical recovery period?
- Are there risks?
- How much does it cost?
- Will there be much scarring?
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Next Step
- Next Step: Book your Initial Consultation
- What to Bring to your Surgeon Consultation
- Want more information before scheduling your Surgeon consultation?
**Individual results may vary. All surgery carries risks.
You should seek a second opinion from an equally qualified Specialist Plastic Surgeon before proceeding with surgery.