In recent times, more people in Japan are considering breast implant removal combined with breast lift as a plastic surgery option that restores comfort, balance, and a more natural-looking silhouette.
At our Tokyo aesthetic clinic, the most frequent reasons for patients to request breast implants with lift are aging implants, rippling of the skin over the implant, tightness, posture concerns, and the wish for fewer implant checkup appointments.
Some simply prefer peace of mind over concerns with their implants and we know this, offering English-speaking beauty specialists to help make decisions clearer for our visitors and international patients.
So we at BIANCA CLINIC in Tokyo made this guide to explain what the procedure entails, who is likely to benefit, and what to expect to help you plan for a breast implant removal combined with breast lift procedure with confidence.
What is Breast Implant Removal with Lift?
Breast implant removal with lift combines two steps, namely removing the existing implant and tightening or reshaping the breast with a breast lift (mastopexy).
Your surgeon simply removes the implant, repositions natural tissue, and elevates the nipple-areola to a more youthful level.
Depending on your situation, the surrounding scar tissue layer may be partially or fully removed.
This kind of plastic surgery is performed under general anesthesia or deep sedation, and typically takes 2–4 hours.
Breast Implant Removal with Lift – Key benefits
This procedure produces a more natural contour with improved nipple position.
Symmetry of the breasts is restored with the option of resizing the areola.
It relieves tightness or rippling over the implant, and the effects of heavy breasts in general and the procedure requires lower long-term maintenance than living with breast implants.
Lastly, your care plan is guided by before and after photographs and measurements.
Breast implant removal with lift – Is this plastic surgery right for me?
You may benefit from this surgery if you currently feel physical discomfort (heaviness, tightness) from your implant or aesthetic changes have occurred after living with the implants for some time.
Some patients desire a smaller, perky shape without replacing implants.
Others notice their nipples sit lower on the breast or point downwards and are looking for a corrective procedure.
Many simply prefer fewer future implant checks or re-operations.
It may be that you are looking for a more natural profile that ages gracefully.
Breast Implant Removal with Lift at BIANCA CLINIC, a Tokyo Aesthetic Clinic with Bilingual Staff
Before your operation day, your consultation will include a gentle examination, breast measurements, and a review of your medical history.
You’ll discuss options such as breast lift patterns and whether to remove scar tissue around the implant, view sample before & after photographs, and receive clear pricing quotations with lab tests and imaging arranged if necessary.
On the day of the operation, you will check in to the clinic and breast marking will be performed.
After anesthesia is administered, your plastic surgery surgeon will remove the implant, elevate the nipple-areola, and close with fine sutures and surgical tapes.
The operation usually lasts a few hours and a soft supportive bra is placed immediately.
After you return home from our “near me” located clinic, you will follow a care plan which includes follow-up appointments, wound care guidance, and a helpline in English.
Most people are able to resume desk work in 5–10 days, gym cardio exercises in about 2 weeks, and full upper-body training around 4–6 weeks, depending on the individual and the extent of the breast lift.
Breast Implant Removal with Lift: Plastic Surgery Options
Removal of breast implant alone results in a smaller size breast with possible looseness of skin.
The effect is long lasting and the cost in Tokyo is generally lower than breast implant removal with lift.
Post-operative pain is usually mild to moderate.
Most patients are able to return to desk work in 1-2 weeks with breast implant removal alone risks being laxity of the breast (if no lift has been performed).
Breast implant removal with lift gives a more natural, perkier shape to the breast.
The effect is long lasting, costs are moderate to high and post-operative pain is moderate and usually managed with over-the-counter medicine.
Expect to return to desk work in 1–2 weeks, and back to full activities in 4–6 weeks.
Breast implant with lift does however produce scars around the areola or vertically under the breast.
Exchanging one implant for another maintains breast volume.
The long-term effects vary by implant.
Costs are typically mid-range to high, post-operative pain is generally moderate and your ability to return to work is very similar to the recovery time after your first augmentation.
The implant will require maintenance and follow-up appointments (as with all plastic surgery).
Breast lift alone with no prior implants maintain a perky shape to the breasts without added volume with long lasting effects.
Costs are typically mid-range.
Post-operative pain is moderate.
Patients usually return to desk work in one to two weeks.
The procedure may be associated with some breast asymmetry and some further scarring.
Fat transfer (with/without lift) provides subtle volume to the breast.
Over time, partial fat absorption is common, costs are usually mid-range to high and post-operative pain and soreness is often very much associated with a liposuction procedure.
Patients typically return to desk work in 1–2 weeks and after this procedure, there may be some irregularity of the breast or a need for touch-ups.
Breast Implant Removal with Lift: Risks, Recovery, and Aftercare
Typically, patients will notice some swelling, bruising, and breast tightness for 1–2 weeks after surgery with scars generally fading over months.
Major complications are uncommon in healthy, non-smoking patients treated by board-certified specialist teams, but any plastic surgery can involve bleeding, wound infection, delayed healing, or changes in nipple sensation.
A typical recovery plan will include rest, cold compresses, and a soft support bra over the first 1-3 days after surgery.
One week after your plastic surgery, patients may take light walks and many will return to desk work.
By weeks 2-3, most patients are able to return to gentle cardio exercises avoiding chest strain and by week 6 most activities resume as normal.
The final breast shape is usually evident over 3 -6 months at which time scars soften.
Breast Implant Removal with Lift at BIANCA CLINIC in Tokyo
BIANCA CLINIC is a “near-me” located aesthetic clinic based in Tokyo, with a fantastic track record for minimizing risks by careful pre-operative screening and planning.
Our plastic surgery is conducted with precise, sterile techniques with meticulous hemostasis and we always tailor our incisions to minimize scarring and provide long-term support with the option of English language communication.
When it comes to breast implant removal combined with a breast lift, the upper breast may look less rounded, yet the overall line appears naturally youthful with us.
Yet it’s worth mentioning some patients choose optional fat transfer later for extra fullness of the breast.
You can expect the breast to settle gently over 2–3 months with your surgeon taking photographs to show progress to review before & after milestones together.
FAQs: Breast Implant Removal with Lift in Tokyo
Will I lose a lot of volume?
Your breast will be smaller compared with breast implants alone, but the lift restores projection and nipple height for a more youthful shape.
What scars should I expect?
Common patterns are around the areola and a short vertical line.
Scars fade with silicone care and sun protection.
Do you use drains?
Many patients do well without them but for some patients a breast drain is needed to limit fluid accumulation.
Your surgeon will explain if this is needed in your case.
Can I combine breast implant removal with lift and fat transfer?
Yes, either during the operation or after healing for fine-tuning is perfectly acceptable.
Is breast implant removal with lift covered by medical insurance?
Cosmetic plastic surgery usually is provided for self-payers.
Medical coverage is rare unless specific health indications apply.
Breast Implant Removal with Lift at BIANCA CLINIC
BIANCA CLINIC is an English-speaking beauty clinic in central Tokyo that offers bilingual support, discreet facilities ( that is located “near me” by most major train stations), and has an experienced board-certified plastic surgery team.
It also has a well-deserved reputation for cleanliness, meticulous technique, and sincerity.
What’s more, you will receive a personalized care plan with clear timelines, openly transparent fees and we ensure long-term follow-up for your piece of mind.
If you are considering breast implant removal with lift, our specialist team will be happy to discuss your goals, take measurements, and based on your medical history, outline a personalized plastic surgery plan.
Contact BIANCA CLINIC in Tokyo now for a free consultation or send us an inquiry.
Our coordinators will be happy to reply in English and help you evaluate your options at your own pace.