NATURAL. RENEWED. RESTORED.
Implant removal with a breast lift in the same operation, to reshape the breast once the implants are out, planned around your anatomy and goals.
ABOUT THIS SERVICE
Scar tissue hardening around implants, known as capsular contracture, is the most frequent cause of implant removal. It can result in pain, discomfort, or visibly distorted breasts. Other implant-related problems, including breast implant illness (BII) and breast implant-associated anaplastic large-cell lymphoma (BIA-ALCL), can also prompt the need for removal. Many women also simply choose to have their implants removed as their preferences evolve over time.
It is important to think carefully about how your breasts will look following removal. To achieve a natural, balanced result, additional procedures such as a breast lift (mastopexy) and fat transfer may be performed at the same time. These techniques help reposition and reshape breast tissue, restoring shape with your own breast tissue.
If you are considering new implants rather than removal alone, ask about Motiva Preserve, a minimally invasive, tissue-preserving breast augmentation.
PROCEDURE OVERVIEW
A guide to your procedure at a glance.
Surgery Time
Anaesthesia
Hospital Stay
Drains Required
Supporting Garment
The exact surgical approach (augmentation, reduction, lift or a combination) is decided at consultation based on your individual anatomy and goals.
RECOVERY TIMELINE
Weeks 1–2
Follow-up appointments at week 1 and week 2 after discharge. Rest is essential. Avoid strenuous activity and wear your supportive sports bra at all times.
Weeks 2–3
Most patients return to desk-based tasks and light work. Gentle movement is encouraged; avoid lifting or reaching overhead.
Week 4
Return to moderately physical work. Swelling and bruising continue to subside as your new breast shape begins to settle.
Week 6
Return to exercise and heavy physical activity is typically approved at 6 weeks. Final results continue to refine over the following months.
EXPECTED OUTCOMES
With careful surgical planning, the combination of implant removal and breast lift delivers results that feel natural, proportionate, and lasting.
WHY CHOOSE THIS
Combining removal with a lift means a single anaesthetic, one recovery, and a comprehensively rejuvenated outcome.
A simultaneous lift reshapes and raises breast tissue, which can reduce the deflated look that sometimes follows removal alone.
Whether you are dealing with capsular contracture, BII, or BIA-ALCL, removal addresses the root cause and provides lasting relief.
Every plan is individual. Whether you need en-bloc removal, fat transfer, or mastopexy, the approach is designed around your anatomy and goals.
IS THIS RIGHT FOR YOU?
You may be a suitable candidate for breast implant removal and lift if you identify with one or more of the following.
EXPLORE FURTHER
Other procedures you may wish to explore.
BREAST SURGERY
Replace existing implants with new ones for improved results or updated size.
BREAST SURGERY
Lift and reshape drooping breasts for a natural, lifted contour.
BREAST SURGERY
Combine implants with a lift to add volume and change shape in one operation.
Verified patient reviews
Independently published reviews from Prof. Hindocha's breast surgery patients, quoted in full and exactly as written.
★★★★★
After years of being unhappy with my breasts after breastfeeding, I'm so glad I trusted my instincts and waited until I found the right surgeon. From my first consultation, Professor Hindocha made me feel completely at ease and I knew I could trust him. I'm only a week post-op and already love my results. I feel incredibly lucky to have found him and truly believe I found the best surgeon.
K.N.
Breast surgery patient
★★★★★
Excellent surgeon, highly recommend for breast augmentation under the muscle. He made me feel comfortable and didn't make me feel rushed in making decisions during my consultation right up to having surgery has been brilliant and also the after care. So pleased with my results.
C.S.
Breast augmentation patient
★★★★★
If you are wanting a breast reduction I would recommend Dr Sandip Hindocha! He has been brilliant from the consultation stage right through to after care! His team are amazing and will ensure that you are managing after surgery! You will feel at ease! I would 100% recommend!
G.H.
Breast reduction patient
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Patient stories describe individual experiences. Results vary from person to person, and the risks, limitations and likely outcome of any procedure are discussed with you at consultation.
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