Implant Removal

When your breasts no longer match your comfort, health, or aesthetic goals, implant removal can be the right next step. At Robey Plastic Surgery & Regenerative Medicine in Carmel, quadruple board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Ashley Robey offers personalized solutions ranging from straightforward implant removal to comprehensive reshaping with a lift, fat transfer, or implant exchange. Her approach balances safety, precision, and artistry so you can feel at ease in your body again.

Why Women Consider Implant Removal

There’s no single “right” reason — only the one that’s right for you. Common motivations include:

Physical Changes Over Time

Pregnancy, breastfeeding, weight fluctuations, and aging can alter breast tissue and skin elasticity, changing how implants sit and feel.

Medical or Structural Concerns

Some patients experience issues such as capsular contracture (hardening of scar tissue around the implant), rupture, shifting, or persistent discomfort, which may require removal.

Desire for a More Natural Look

As aesthetic preferences evolve, many women choose to return to a smaller, more natural breast shape that complements their frame and lifestyle.

Lifestyle and Activity Level

Active patients, particularly athletes, may prefer the freedom of movement and physical ease that comes without implants.

Breast Implant Illness (BII) Concerns

Though rare and still being researched, some women report systemic symptoms, such as fatigue, joint pain, or inflammation, that improve after explant surgery. Dr. Robey takes every concern seriously and ensures that your health and peace of mind are fully supported.

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Comprehensive Implant Removal Options

Every plan is individualized after measurements, imaging as indicated, and a detailed discussion of goals.

Remove Implants Only

Ideal if you want simplicity, have healthy tissue, and prefer minimal downtime. Dr. Robey may perform pocket-closing capsulorrhaphies to refine shape and close off the implant space after removal.

Remove + Lift (Mastopexy)

A lift reshapes the tissue, repositions the nipple-areolar complex, and tightens the skin envelope to prevent a deflated look. Techniques (periareolar, vertical “lollipop,” or anchor) are chosen based on your degree of ptosis.

Remove + Fat Transfer

For soft, natural volume using your own fat, liposuctioned fat is purified and transferred to strategic areas of the breast. Expect a subtle to moderate increase (often up to ~½–1 cup per session) with the bonus of body contouring at donor sites.

Remove + Replace (Exchange)

If you still like the look of implants but need a “reset,” Dr. Robey can replace older devices, adjust pocket position, and optimize projection with modern cohesive silicone or saline. Plane changes and internal support (“internal bra”) are discussed below.

Pocket Revision & Internal Support

To improve shape and longevity, Dr. Robey may reinforce the pocket using GalaFLEX mesh, DuraSorb mesh, AlloDerm (acellular dermal matrix), or autoderm (your own tissue) for added support, especially useful after capsular contracture or malposition.

Ideal Candidates for Implant Removal

You may be a good candidate if you:

Are dissatisfied with implant look or feel, or have device/soft-tissue concerns
Have capsular contracture, rupture, or asymmetry
Prefer a smaller or implant-free breast size
Are in good overall health and are non-smokers (or willing to pause)
Have realistic expectations about breast shape after explant and the role of lift/fat transfer

Your Implant Removal Journey

Consultation

You’ll meet with Dr. Robey to review concerns, examine tissue quality and nipple position, discuss imaging if indicated, and co-create a plan (remove only, remove + lift, fat transfer, or exchange). You’ll see before-and-afters and review scar patterns and recovery timelines.

Preparation

You’ll receive clear pre-op instructions (medications, supplements to pause, what to bring/wear), and prescriptions are arranged in advance. Plan for a responsible adult to drive you home and stay the first night.

Day of Surgery

Most procedures are performed on an outpatient basis under general anesthesia. Depending on complexity, surgery may take one to three hours (longer with lift, fat transfer, or complex capsulectomy). Dr. Robey uses meticulous techniques to minimize bleeding, protect nerves and ducts when feasible, and place incisions discreetly.

Recovery Timeline (Typical)

Days 1–3: Rest, short walks, head-of-bed elevation; manage discomfort with prescribed medication.
Week 1: Swelling/bruising peak then improve; many return to desk work in five to ten days (longer if lift/fat transfer).
Weeks 2–4: Gradual increase in daily activities; avoid lifting/overhead strain.
Weeks 4–6: Resume most exercise as cleared; scar care begins per instructions.
3–6 months: Tissues settle; shape refines; scars continue to fade for 12+ months.

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Results: What to Expect

After removal alone, breasts typically appear smaller and softer; skin elasticity and prior implant size influence the final contour. A lift can restore a rounder, perkier shape and balanced nipple position. Fat transfer adds gentle, natural volume and improved upper-pole contour.

Final results evolve over weeks to months as swelling subsides and tissues contract. Dr. Robey provides a tailored plan for scar care, support garments, and skin quality optimization (e.g., RF microneedling or light/laser maintenance if desired).

Why Choose Dr. Robey for Your Implant Removal

Dr. Ashley Robey brings both surgical mastery and deep compassion to every breast procedure she performs. As a quadruple board-certified surgeon in Plastic Surgery, Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, Otolaryngology, and Anti-Aging Medicine, she offers a level of expertise that few surgeons in the region can match. Her background provides an exceptional understanding of both the aesthetic and structural aspects of the body, ensuring that each implant removal is performed with the utmost precision and care.

With over 20 years of medical experience, Dr. Robey has helped countless patients navigate the deeply personal decision to remove their implants. Her approach emphasizes natural restoration, meticulous attention to detail, and long-term health outcomes. Whether the goal is to alleviate discomfort, restore symmetry, or achieve a more authentic silhouette, Dr. Robey tailors every treatment plan to align with your unique anatomy and vision.

Her Carmel-based practice, Robey Plastic Surgery & Regenerative Medicine, is located in the Village of West Clay and serves patients from across the Indianapolis metropolitan area. In a serene and private environment equipped with state-of-the-art surgical technology, Dr. Robey and her team ensure your comfort, safety, and peace of mind from consultation through recovery.

Comprehensive Care for Implant Removal

Your relationship with your body is personal, and it’s okay for it to evolve. At Robey Plastic Surgery & Regenerative Medicine, Dr. Ashley Robey provides the expertise and empathy you deserve when choosing implant removal. Her focus is on restoring harmony, health, and self-confidence through results that genuinely feel you.

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