A low-commitment, in-office way to remove the saline from your existing implants. Preview your natural shape before deciding on removal, replacement, or a breast lift.
Needle deflation is a method used to remove the saline from saline breast implants, leaving only the shell in place. Saline implants do not last as long as newer implant techniques, so it is common for women to experience a change if they have had their implants for a while. Needle deflation allows the saline to be removed so a patient can preview their natural shape before choosing a different implant, a breast lift, or removal altogether.
Dr. Eberle — Needle Deflation Explained
If you are considering removing your breast implants or replacing them, needle deflation is a great step to take in preparation. The deflation process makes it easier to determine the best method for removal or replacement, and it lets you see a real preview of the result before you commit.
Patients in Fort Lauderdale, Weston, and the surrounding Broward County area choose deflation when they want clarity before scheduling a full surgical procedure.
Before treatment, we apply a local anesthetic to minimize any pain. Using a needle syringe, the saline implant is deflated. This lets you see what your breasts will look like without any implant so you can make an educated decision about your next step.
The needle deflation itself produces minimal side effects. Removal or replacement of the implant later results in effects similar to your original breast implant procedure. Keep physical activity to a minimum for several days; soreness and swelling may last a few weeks.
Needle deflation is very reasonably priced because it is not a definitive treatment. You will still need surgery to remove the empty saline implant, but deflation gives you time to decide how to proceed with future treatment.
Needle deflation is often a first step. These are the procedures patients most often pair with or move on to.
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