Overview

While breast implants are a valid, trusted choice for many women, over time, some develop complications related to the implants. These often show up as painful scar tissue hardening around the implant, a condition called capsular contracture, or a range of unexplained systemic symptoms increasingly known as Breast Implant Illness (BII).

The Plastic Surgery Center offers comprehensive treatment for both capsular contracture and BII, from complete implant removal and capsulectomy to permanent, implant-free restoration using your own tissue, with specialists equipped to treat implant complications at the highest level of care.

Summary

Procedure time
1 to 4 hours
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Overnight stay
Not typically required
Anesthetic
Anesthetic
General
Recovery time
Recovery time
1 to 6 weeks

Common Breast Implant Complications

Capsular Contracture

When the scar tissue that naturally forms around a breast implant becomes abnormally thick, hard, and tight, it causes the breast to feel firm or painful, look distorted, or shift out of position, a condition known as capsular contracture. It tends to worsen over time and often recurs after standard revision surgery, because replacing the implant doesn't remove the original cause.

You may be experiencing capsular contracture if:

  • One or both breasts feel unusually hard, tight, or painful
  • Your implant has changed position or looks distorted or misshapen
  • You have been through one or more revision surgeries and the problem has returned
  • You've been told you have Baker Grade III or IV contracture

Breast Implant Illness (BII)

Breast Implant Illness describes a collection of systemic symptoms that some women experience while breast implants are in place, including fatigue, brain fog, joint pain, skin changes, hair thinning, and more. Because BII is not yet a formally classified diagnosis, many patients spend years seeking answers without finding them. If your symptoms began or worsened after implant placement and have no other explanation, a consultation with a specialist is the right next step. You may be experiencing BII if:

  • You have chronic fatigue, brain fog, or joint pain you cannot fully explain
  • You've developed skin rashes, hair thinning, or hormonal changes since your augmentation
  • You've seen multiple physicians without a clear diagnosis
  • Your symptoms improve when you're away from stress but consistently return

Questions about treatments and procedures?

What to Expect

Your care begins with a thorough consultation. Your surgeon will review your implant and health history, discuss your symptoms in detail, and may order imaging, including an MRI to assess implant integrity and capsule condition, or lab work to support the evaluation. You will leave with a clear understanding of what is happening and your options.

Treatment is tailored to your specific situation and may include one or more of the following:

Capsulectomy (Total or En Bloc): Complete removal of the implant and surrounding scar tissue capsule. For capsular contracture patients, this addresses the underlying cause rather than simply managing it with another revision. For BII patients, clearing all implant materials removes potential sources of ongoing immune activation.

Explant Without Reconstruction: Some women choose to have their implants removed without replacing them. A breast lift may be performed at the same time to address skin laxity and improve contour.

All Me Augmentation™: For women who want to restore breast volume after explant without returning to any implant, All Me Augmentation™ provides a permanent, natural-tissue solution. Using advanced DIEP flap microsurgery, the breast is rebuilt with the patient's own living abdominal tissue, delivering soft, permanent results with no implant, no maintenance, and no future device-related concerns.

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Your Consultation

Are you experiencing breast firmness, pain, distortion, or systemic symptoms you suspect may be related to your implants? Our surgeons are here to give you honest, clear answers and help you understand every available option, without pressure.

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Recovery &
Results

Recovery varies based on which procedure or combination of procedures is performed.

For capsulectomy or explant alone, most patients return to light activity within 1 to 2 weeks, with full recovery in 3 to 4 weeks. For patients who also undergo All Me Augmentation™, recovery typically extends to 6 to 8 weeks, reflecting the more comprehensive nature of the procedure. Swelling and discomfort are normal in the early weeks and resolve gradually with proper care and your surgeon's guidance.

Results are meaningful and lasting. Capsular contracture patients are freed from the cycle of revision surgery. BII patients frequently report significant symptom improvement. Women who choose All Me Augmentation™ experience permanent, natural-looking breast restoration with no implant to replace or maintain.

Meet the Experienced Team Behind Your Care

Hamid Abdollahi
PHYSICIAN

Hamid Abdollahi

MD, FACS
Russell Ashinoff
PHYSICIAN

Russell Ashinoff

MD, FACS
Eric I.  Chang
PHYSICIAN

Eric I. Chang

MD, FACS
Kari L.  Colen
PHYSICIAN

Kari L. Colen

MD, FACS
Joseph Dayan
PHYSICIAN

Joseph Dayan

MD
Stephen Dudick
PHYSICIAN

Stephen Dudick

MD
Patrick Greaney
PHYSICIAN

Patrick Greaney

MD, FACS
Ritwik Grover
PHYSICIAN

Ritwik Grover

MD, FACS
Sean Herman
PHYSICIAN

Sean Herman

MD, FACS
Zuhaib Ibrahim
PHYSICIAN

Zuhaib Ibrahim

MD, FACS
Matthew  Kaufman
PHYSICIAN

Matthew Kaufman

MD, FACS
Chris Lakhiani
PHYSICIAN

Chris Lakhiani

MD, FACS
Matthew Lynch
PHYSICIAN

Matthew Lynch

MD
Ahmed Nasser
PHYSICIAN

Ahmed Nasser

MD
Robert T. Nevitt III
PHYSICIAN

Robert T. Nevitt III

MD
Tushar Patel
PHYSICIAN

Tushar Patel

MD, FACS
Sidney Rabinowitz
PHYSICIAN

Sidney Rabinowitz

MD, FACS
David Rayfield
PHYSICIAN

David Rayfield

MD
Michael Rose
PHYSICIAN

Michael Rose

MD, FACS
Adam Saad
PHYSICIAN

Adam Saad

MD, FACS
Tzvi Small
PHYSICIAN

Tzvi Small

MD, FACS
Hakan Usal
PHYSICIAN

Hakan Usal

MD
Eric Wimmers
PHYSICIAN

Eric Wimmers

MD, FACS
Mark Yazid
PHYSICIAN

Mark Yazid

MD, FACS
Karen Kaplan
PHYSICIAN

Karen Kaplan

MD
Lauren Otaguro
PHYSICIAN

Lauren Otaguro

MD

Financing & Insurance

Coverage for breast implant complication treatment varies by provider, plan, and diagnosis. Capsulectomy performed for a documented medical indication, such as significant capsular contracture, may be eligible for partial insurance coverage. Elective or cosmetic components are typically not covered.

Our team will verify your benefits before scheduling anything and help you understand your financing options so you can focus on your care.

To learn more about our cosmetic and reconstructive surgery options, please get in touch with us today at 833-615-2621.

Our Process

01
schedule
Schedule a Consultation

During your consultation, our expert surgeons will work with you to fully understand the look you wish to achieve and help you prepare for your breast explant surgery procedure.

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explore-options
Explore
Your Options

We will review and explain the different procedure options and identify which is right for you.

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transforamation
Start Your Transformation

Our friendly and compassionate staff and physicians will guide you through the entire process, answer all of your questions and alleviate any concerns.

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Breast Implant Complication Treatment Near NJ

Red Bank 331 Newman Springs Rd, Building 2
First Floor, STE 200 Red Bank, NJ 07701
Flemington 194 NJ-31, Pavilion 2, Suite 102 Flemington, NJ 08822
Hackettstown 57 Route 46E, Suite 201 Hackettstown, NJ 07840
Lehigh Valley 1401 Fairmont St Whitehall, PA 18052
Montclair 1 Bay Ave, Suite 4 Glen Ridge, NJ 07028
Phoenixville 826 Main St, Suite 203 Phoenixville, PA 19460
Brick 74 Brick Blvd, Building 4, Suite 205 Brick, NJ 08723
East Brunswick 192 Summer Hill Rd, Suite 201 East Brunswick, NJ 08816
Florham Park 83 Hanover Rd, Suite 260 Florham Park, NJ 07932
Hopewell 1 Capital Way, Suite 390 Pennington, NJ 08534
Bridgewater-Greymark 1200 US Rt 22 E, Suite 19 Bridgewater, NJ 08807
Edison 80 James St, 2nd Floor Edison, NJ 08820
Freehold 3499 Route 9 North, Suite 1A Freehold, NJ 07728
Egg Harbor Township 4096 English Creek Ave Egg Harbor Township, NJ 08234
Hackensack 20 Prospect Ave, Suite 903, 9th Floor Hackensack, NJ 07601
Montgomery 700 W Germantown Pike, Suite 200 Montgomery, PA 19401
Union 950 West Chestnut St, Suite 102 Union, NJ 07083
Marlton 11 Eves Dr, Suite 170 Marlton, NJ 08053
Linwood 222 New Rd, Building 6, Suite 603 Linwood, NJ 08221
East Windsor 300B Princeton-Hightstown Rd, Suite 101 East Windsor, NJ 08512
Westwood 260 Old Hook Rd, Suite 304 Westwood, NJ 07675
Maywood 113 W. Essex Street , Suite 204 Maywood, NJ 07607

Financing & Insurance

Plastic surgery is an investment. Our dedicated staff is happy to help patientsnavigate insurance coverage and understand the costs and financing of care.

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If you're experiencing breast implant complications and are interested in exploring treatment options, we invite you to take the next step. Schedule a consultation with one of our plastic surgeons today. 

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