Breast Implant Removal / Revision
in Little Rock

Removing breast implants in Little Rock can offer both cosmetic and medical benefits, especially if your implants are aging, causing discomfort or no longer fit your lifestyle. Some key benefits of breast revision surgery include:

Many women seek breast implant removal when their implants have aged, caused complications or no longer match their personal preferences. Most women with existing breast implants can be good candidates for this procedure.

Ideal candidates for breast implant removal from Little Rock cosmetic surgeon Dr. Yee:

• Are at least 6 to 12 months out from their initial breast augmentation, unless a complication requires earlier removal.
• Are in good overall health.
• Do not smoke or are willing to stop before and after surgery.
• Are at a healthy, stable weight.
• Have realistic expectations about their outcome and what implant removal can and cannot achieve.

If you are considering breast implant removal or revision, Dr. Yee can help you navigate your options during a one-on-one consultation.

Your consultation with Dr. Yee is the first step in determining whether breast implant removal or replacement is the right choice for you. During this visit, she will carefully listen to your concerns, evaluate your current implants and breast tissue and discuss any symptoms you may be experiencing. Whether you’re considering removing your implants completely or replacing them with a different size or type, Dr. Yee will help you understand the benefits and limitations of each option.

Your breast implant removal or replacement procedure will be performed under general anesthesia as an outpatient procedure, meaning you can expect to return home the same day. The exact length of your surgery will depend on whether you are simply removing the implants, replacing them or combining the procedure with a capsulectomy or breast lift.

In many cases, Dr. Yee can use the same incision from your original augmentation to avoid creating additional scarring. If your previous incisions don’t provide the access needed, she will choose the most discreet location possible.

During the procedure, Dr. Yee will remove or exchange your implants and make any necessary adjustments, such as removing scar tissue or reshaping the breast pocket. Once the surgery is complete, you’ll wake up in the recovery area, where our team will monitor you and review the first steps of your postoperative care.

Recovery experiences after breast implant removal can vary, depending on how complex your procedure was and whether you chose to completely remove or replace your implants. You can expect to experience some soreness, swelling and tightness for the first few days. These effects are typically easily managed with medication, rest and proper compression garments and should gradually improve over time. Many people return to office-based work within about a week, though strenuous activity and heavy lifting should be avoided for several weeks to allow proper healing.

The way your breasts will look after implant removal will depend on your natural tissue, skin elasticity and whether you chose to add a lift. Some women notice a deflated or flattened look at first because the breast tissue needs time to settle and reshape. Over the following weeks to months, swelling decreases and the skin adjusts, revealing a much more natural look. If a lift was performed at the same time, your breasts will generally appear firmer and more elevated right away.

Final results typically take shape within 3 to 6 months. Dr. Yee will guide you through the entire recovery process and help to ensure your breasts heal smoothly and achieve the most balanced, natural appearance possible after implant removal.