Pectoral Implant Removal

While fare more rare than breast augmentation in women, some men choose to have pectoral implants to achieve their ideal athletic shape. Pectoral implants have many of the same risks as breast implants and may have to be removed sometime into the future. The common reasons for removing male pectoral implants are listed below.

Infection
If the pectoral chest implants are complicated with infection, removal of the implant becomes necessary as there is almost no way to effectively treat the infection with antibiotics alone. The pectoral implant can be replaced once the infection has fully resolved.

Extrusion
A firm pectoral implant in the male chest can, at some point, extrude or become exposed through an open wound on the chest. If diagnosed early enough and the implant has not yet become infected, wound closure with repositioning of the implant may be possible. If you experience a wound or other problem on the chest particularly at the implant insertion site, you should contact us immediately to schedule a consultation.

Change in shape
As with other types of implants, pectoral implants may shift in position or shape. If the resulting chest unevenness or asymmetry is severe enough, removal or repositioning of the implant will be necessary.

Asymmetry
In some cases, significant chest asymmetry or unevenness may result after insertion of pectoral implants. Pectoral implants may actually accentuate or bring to attention pre-existing chest asymmetry which was present even before the implants. If your chest asymmetry is significant enough, please contact our office to schedule a consultation to assess the particular cause for the asymmetry and either correct or remove your pectoral implants.

Personal dissatisfaction
There is a small chance that you will not be perfectly satisfied with your results after pectoral implants are placed. Once the inflammation and swelling have subsided, you will be better able to assess the results from your surgery. If the results are grossly off, you may choose to have your implants revised or removed even before the swelling has fully resolved. Should you need to discuss your particular concerns, please contact us to schedule a consultation.