Deciding to remove your breast implants is a deeply personal choice. For some, this is called breast implant removal; for others, it’s known as explant surgery. Whatever name you’ve heard, the meaning is the same: choosing care that restores your comfort, confidence, and natural shape.

At Dr. William Bruno’s West Hollywood practice, you’ll never feel like just another case. From your very first consultation to your final follow-up, Dr. Bruno and his team are with you every step of the way to help your journey feel calm, private, and centered on you.

Best Implant Removal Candidates

You may be a good candidate for explant surgery if you:

  • Experience discomfort, tightness, or implant rupture
  • Suspect capsular contracture or breast implant illness
  • Prefer a more natural look that fits your current lifestyle
  • Are ready to return to your pre-implant size or shape
  • Want to combine removal with a breast lift for additional support

During your consultation, Dr. Bruno will listen to your goals and explain which approach is right for you.

Your Breast Explant Surgery Experience

Breast implant removal is performed under anesthesia, often using the same incision from your original breast augmentation. Dr. Bruno carefully removes the breast implants and, if necessary, the surrounding scar tissue (capsulectomy). 

Your Surgical Options

Your needs are unique. Depending on your goals, Dr. Bruno may recommend:

  • Explant Alone – Removing the implants using the original incision whenever possible.
  • Explant with Capsulectomy – Removing the implants and some or all of the surrounding scar tissue (capsule). This may be recommended if you have capsular contracture, rupture, or implant illness concerns.
  • En Bloc Capsulectomy – In select cases, the implant and capsule are removed together as one unit for added safety and peace of mind.
  • Explant with Breast Lift – Combining implant removal with a breast lift to restore youthful shape and contour.

Because Dr. Bruno personally performs your consultation and surgery, you’ll have a clear understanding of your options before making any decisions.

Will My Breasts Look The Same After Implant Removal?

It’s natural to wonder how your breasts will look after implant removal. Your results depend on factors like skin elasticity, implant size, and how long you’ve had implants. Some patients benefit from a breast lift at the same time to achieve the most natural shape.

The goal isn’t simply to remove implants, it’s to restore your natural shape in a way that feels authentic to who you are today.

Explant Surgery Recovery and Renewal

Most patients return to light activity within a week and resume normal routines in about two to three weeks. Full recovery comes over the following months, as swelling subsides and your results take shape.

For many, the benefits go beyond the physical. Patients often describe a sense of relief, comfort, and renewed confidence in being able to wear the clothes they love, move with ease, and feel like themselves again.

More Than Surgery: Whole-Body Support

Healing doesn’t stop when the procedure ends. Dr. Bruno integrates wellness into his care, offering guidance with nutrition, exercise, and medical weight management when appropriate. By supporting your overall health, he helps ensure your results are not only natural-looking but lasting.

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Ready to Experience Personalized, Natural Results?

From your first consultation to your last follow-up, you’ll always have Dr. Bruno by your side. Schedule your consultation for breast implant removal surgery today and take the first step toward feeling comfortable, confident, and authentically you.