Breast implant removal with capsulectomy is a popular procedure within Tokyo plastic surgery clinics across Tokyo, because more people these days see it as a viable option to not only to improve the size or shape of the breast, but also to relieve discomfort and provide a natural looking appearance.
For residents and visitors, choosing this surgical option allows your plastic surgery to resolve any symptoms of tightness or breast asymmetry whilst allaying any concerns related to aging implants.
Breast implant removal with capsulectomy can resolve capsular contracture which produces a firm or distorted breast, suspected implant rupture, and implants that have shifted position.
Also, it might simply be a surgical option for those wanting a more natural feel.
What’s more, at our trusted Tokyo aesthetic clinic, we emphasize informed choice, clear communication, and comprehensive before & after planning to guide you through each step of the way.
What is Breast Implant Removal with Capsulectomy?
The body naturally forms a thin tissue layer around an implant, called a “capsule.”
Breast implant removal with capsulectomy takes out the implant and some or all of this capsule.
When safe, surgeons may remove the implant and capsule together; in other situations, a total or partial capsulectomy is chosen to protect healthy tissue.
The method is tailored to your anatomy and goals.
Breast implant removal with capsulectomy is a precise form of plastic surgery designed to remove the implant and the tissue pocket surrounding it, helping reduce any tightness in the breast, improve comfort, and allowing the breast to heal—either on its own or lifted, or with added volume through fat transfer.
Key Features of Breast Implant Removal with Capsulectomy
Before the procedure, thorough evaluation by our plastic surgery team is required, with the goal of treatment to be as carefully performed as possible.
Breast implant removal with capsulectomy involves implant removal plus partial, total, or together capsule removal and it can be combined with breast lift (mastopexy) or fat transfer.
The focus of the surgery is on safety, symmetry, and minimizing visible scarring
Potential Benefits of Breast Implant Removal with Capsulectomy
You will experience improved comfort if the breast previously felt tight, distorted, or heavy.
We will clearly evaluate the breast tissue after implant removal.
Plastic surgery provides an opportunity for the breasts to return to a natural shape or a new more natural looking contour.
You will have personal peace of mind with a plan aligned to your values.
When your goals and expectations are met, you will achieve a high level of satisfaction.
How Breast Implant Removal with Capsulectomy Compares with Similar Options
Here is a simple guide to help you compare surgical choices which will be discussed with you in detail at our English-speaking beauty clinic.
Your plastic surgery team will recommend the safest, most effective approach after imaging and examination.
Breast Implant Removal with capsulectomy
This operation removes the breast implant and capsule to address tightness or distortion.
It results in long-term change with no maintenance required for any device.
The typical cost in Tokyo is ¥800,000–¥1,500,000, depending on the complexity of the procedure.
You can expect moderate post-operative pain managed with prescribed pain control.
Most patients are back at their desk in ~5–7 days and full activities in 4–6 weeks.
As in all surgical procedures, there is a risk of bleeding, infection, fluid collection(seroma), contour irregularity, and scarring.
Breast Implant Removal without full capsulectomy
Here the breast implant is removed whilst some capsule may remain.
In the long-term there is often residual capsule tissue.
The cost is usually lower than full capsulectomy.
Post-operative pain is slightly less on average than with full capsulectomy.
The surgical risks are similar to those undergoing capsulectomy and this procedure may not resolve breast firmness if this was due to capsule contraction.
Breast lift (mastopexy) alone
This procedure lifts and reshapes breast tissue without implant removal
The procedure is long lasting but ageing effects and sagging may still occur.
It is often combined after implant removal to address skin laxity.
Fat transfer to breast
Fat transfer adds modest volume using your own body fat.
Some fat tissue stays permanently after healing.
This procedure is commonly paired with implant removal to soften breast contours
BIANCA CLINIC in Tokyo : From Consultation to Aftercare
As a Tokyo aesthetic clinic with full English support that is situated in a “near me” location, BIANCA CLINIC is a beauty clinic where expatriates and travelers feel at ease.
Before your breast implant removal with capsulectomy surgery
We will receive your online enquiry, and a bilingual coordinator will schedule a visit.
At your consultation, a board-certified plastic surgery specialist will examine you, review the surgical options, and explain the likely scars and recovery period using easy to understand language and before & after examples.
You will then have blood tests, imaging when indicated, a medication review, and a simple checklist to support smooth healing.
We advise no smoking and pausing certain supplements.
Surgery day
When you arrive we will gently mark the area for surgery, take any final measurements and surgical drawings to guide surgery.
You will receive anesthesia by a dedicated safety team and will be closely monitored.
The breast implant and capsule will be removed as planned and breast drains may be placed briefly.
We use layered sutures, Steri-strips to close the wound, and a soft compression garment is placed over the breast.
Aftercare
In the first day or two, you are encouraged to rest, wear soft garments, sleep slightly elevated, and walk gently at home.
Over the following week, you will visit the clinic for check-ups and drain removal if used.
We typically allow you to shower with guidance.
During weeks 2-6,
There is a gradual return to full activity, but we advise against heavy lifting and vigorous chest workouts.
From week 6 onwards, we recommend silicone gel or sheets for the scar, and long-term follow-up appointments at convenient intervals.
Throughout your recovery, your “near-me” BIANCA CLINIC in Tokyo stays reachable, offers you clear written instructions, and schedules milestone visits.
In this way we ensure your safety, and work to the highest standards of care.
Choosing a Plastic Surgery Team in Tokyo
A well-trained, clear communicating plastic surgery team is essential to ensure good outcomes.
Our patients look for evidence of board certification, hospital-level sterilization, an on-site anesthetic professional, and post-operative ready access.
Location is “near me” and next to most major stations with multilingual staff on-site to make for ease of appointments which is important for patients getting to our clinics.
Plastic Surgery FAQs
Am I a good candidate for breast implant removal with capsulectomy?
If you have capsule contracture, implant rupture, breast discomfort, shifting appearance of the implant, or you simply prefer life without implants, you are likely to be a good candidate for this kind of plastic surgery.
Though an in-depth plastic surgery assessment will confirm the plan.
Will I need a breast lift at the same time?
If the skin is lax, a breast lift can refine breast shape.
Your plastic surgery surgeon will map scenarios so you can choose confidently.
How visible are scars?
Incisions often follow the old line under the breast.
Scars typically soften over 6–12 months with guided care.
Can I combine this procedure with a fat transfer?
Yes.Modest volume can be added to soften contour.
Expect some of the transferred fat to be absorbed with the remainder will hopefully persist.
Risks and Safety in Breast Implant Removal with Capsulectomy Plastic Surgery
All surgical procedures carry risks.
Key risks with breast implant removal with capsulectomy include bleeding, infection, seroma (fluid collection), scarring, contour irregularity, and delayed healing.
Choosing a meticulous plastic surgery team, carefully adhering to recommendations, and attending follow-up appointments will help reduce these risks.
Supportive Care at a “Near Me” Plastic Surgery Clinic in Tokyo
Breast implant removal with capsulectomy can restore comfort and confidence when carefully planned.
If you are comparing options though, BIANCA CLINIC in Tokyo offers the advantage of an experienced English-speaking beauty clinic backed by the highest standards of a leading Tokyo aesthetic clinic.
Book a free consultation or contact us to discuss your goals, review personalized before & after planning, and design a plastic surgery path that feels right for you.
Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon (Japan Society of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery)
Masataka Fujihashi, MD
As a board-certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Masataka Fujihashi has extensive experience in trauma, reconstructive surgery, and congenital conditions, through which he has developed highly precise surgical techniques and a deep understanding of anatomy.
Believing that changes in appearance can positively impact one’s mindset, he pursued a career in aesthetic surgery to bring that transformative power to his patients. His areas of expertise include periocular procedures, injectable treatments, and anti-aging/lifting treatments.
With a patient-centered approach grounded in sincerity, he is committed to delivering refined, aesthetically focused results tailored to each individual’s goals.
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