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Textured Implants Removed with Lift and Fat Transfer, Raleigh, NC

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This 54-year-old woman had breast implants with a peri areolar mastopexy in the early 1990s. She thought her breasts looked too big and droopy now and wanted the implants removed and breasts lifted. She did not have any implant information but remembered that her right breast was smaller and had a larger implant. She also was hopeful to have some liposuction of her abdomen and wondered if some fat could be placed to treat any expected asymmetry. During her explantation and lift, she was found to have McGhan textured subpectoral breast implants. Because of the recall of Allergan textured implants (formerly McGhan), a complete capsulectomy was performed. Fortunately, no ALCL was found. She had liposuction of the abdomen and flanks but because of the thin breast flaps and loss of capsule- only a small amount of fat was grafted. (70 cc) She had some persistent asymmetry and had another major session of fat grafting about a year later and a few other minor transfers. When the capsule is removed- there is less of a barrier to hold the fat in place and sometimes fat transfer is not recommended or very limited during explant and lift. The patient also had some weight loss which affects the fat transfer success. But she was very pleased with the improvement. There is still some asymmetry of her right breast. She is very happy with the liposuction that was done that allowed the fat transfer..

Explant and Lift, Raleigh, NC

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Explant and Lift, Raleigh, NC

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Explant and Lift, Raleigh, NC

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Explant and Lift, Raleigh, NC

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About Breast Implant Removal

Dr Lyle offers a wide range of surgery options after Breast Implant Removal / Explantation surgery – remove only, remove with a lift/mastopexy, additional fat grafting or an implant exchange.

Find out more about Breast Implant Removal and visit our Breast Implant Removal before and after photo gallery to see different options.

Meet Dr Lyle - Plastic Surgeon in Raleigh NC

 Meet Dr Lyle - Plastic Surgeon in Raleigh NC - Dr Glenn Lyle HeadshotDr. Glenn Lyle is a board-certified plastic surgeon serving the Raleigh, NC community at Lyle Plastic Surgery & Aesthetics Center since 2002. With over 30 years of experience, he specializes in breast surgery and body contouring, to enhance patients' appearance after weight loss, pregnancy, and the effects of aging. 

Dr. Lyle completed his medical degree at Wayne State University School of Medicine, followed by a general surgery residency at the University of Massachusetts and a plastic surgery residency at the University of Texas Medical Branch.

He is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and is a member of both the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and The Aesthetic Society (Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons society).

Throughout his career, Dr. Lyle has contributed to the field of plastic and cosmetic surgery through research, publications, and presentations at national meetings. His practice emphasizes patient safety and personalized care to achieve natural results.

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To find out more about our procedure price ranges – visit the pricing page – please note that our practice no longer takes insurance patients. We can help you find low-interest medical financing to make your surgery more affordable.

If you’re considering surgery in Raleigh NC and want personalized advice about your suitability, recovery, risks and results, I’d be happy to meet with you for a consultation.

Let’s work together to help you achieve your best results—safely and beautifully.

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