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Every approach.
One surgeon.

Six procedures, one practice. Every patient arrives with a different body, different history, and different goals — Dr. Baley will tell you exactly what he recommends for yours. And why.

01
Complete Removal

Explant Surgery

For women who want their implants removed — completely, safely, permanently.

Explant surgery is not a minor procedure. The way it's performed determines whether you're truly done with your implants — or whether you carry residual capsule tissue, incomplete removal, or unreported pathology for years. Dr. Baley approaches every explant with the same protocol, whether the implants are 2 years old or 20.

En Bloc Capsulectomy

The implant and the surrounding capsule are removed together as a single, intact unit — without rupturing the capsule or leaving tissue behind. This is the gold standard for patients with BIA-ALCL concerns, significant capsular contracture, or documented rupture. Not every surgeon can perform true en bloc removal. It requires specific training and substantial case volume.

Total Capsulectomy

The implant is removed first, followed by complete excision of the capsule. Appropriate for most patients seeking standard explant — all capsule tissue is removed and sent for pathology analysis. Results reviewed with you directly, not filed and forgotten.

Aesthetic outcome

Explant is not just removal. Natural tissue reshape and recontouring is included in the procedure. The goal is a result that looks and feels intentional — not the aftermath of an extraction. Most patients are pleasantly surprised by how the breast settles over the first 3–6 months.

Who this is for: Women who want complete removal with no replacement. Those with BII symptoms, BIA-ALCL concerns, capsular contracture, confirmed rupture, or who simply no longer want implants. Also appropriate for patients preparing for fat grafting in a staged approach.

What to expect

  • Procedure time: 1.5 – 2.5 hours under general anesthesia
  • Capsule: Sent to pathology — results reviewed with you directly
  • Recontouring: Natural tissue reshape included
  • Recovery: 5–7 days before comfortable to fly home
  • Follow-up: Video calls at 2 weeks, 6 weeks, and 6 months
  • Post-op: Surgical bra required for 6 weeks
02
Removal + Restoration

Explant +
Fat Grafting

Remove your implants. Restore volume using your own body. No foreign material — ever again.

Fat grafting allows Dr. Baley to harvest fat from another area of your body — typically the abdomen, flanks, or thighs — and transfer it to the breast in the same procedure as the explant. The result is natural volume that's biologically yours, without any implant whatsoever.

This is not the same as a breast augmentation. Fat grafting restores lost volume and improves contour after implant removal. Results are softer, more natural in movement, and permanent once the graft stabilizes.

The procedure

Liposuction is performed first to harvest fat cells from the donor site. The cells are processed and purified, then carefully injected into the breast tissue in multiple small passes to maximize graft survival. Implants are removed in the same procedure — one surgery, two outcomes.

Simultaneous liposculpture

Because the donor site requires liposuction, reshaping of the abdomen, flanks, or thighs is included as part of the procedure. Patients frequently note the improvement in the donor area as a secondary benefit. The exact harvest site is decided collaboratively with Dr. Baley based on your anatomy and goals.

Staged grafting

For patients who want more volume than a single procedure can safely deliver, staged fat grafting — a second session 4–6 months after the first — achieves a fuller result while preserving graft survival rates.

Who this is for: Women who want to remove their implants but don't want to lose all breast volume. Those who prefer a completely natural result and have sufficient donor fat available. Also appropriate for patients who had a prior explant and want volume restoration without returning to implants.

What to expect

  • Procedure time: 2.5 – 4 hours
  • Donor sites: Abdomen, flanks, or thighs — decided with Dr. Baley
  • Liposculpture: Included at the donor site
  • Recovery on-site: 7–10 days
  • Compression: Surgical bra + compression garment at donor site
  • Final result: Visible at 3–6 months as graft stabilizes
03
Proprietary Protocol

rePlantation®

2 confirmed BIA-ALCL cases in over 400,000 implants placed globally. Proprietary protocol. Only available outside the United States.

rePlantation® is a proprietary protocol developed by Dr. Baley for patients who want to maintain projection but are done with the risks of conventional silicone implants. It combines explant surgery with placement of a Polytech polyurethane implant and targeted fat grafting — in a single procedure.

Why Polytech polyurethane?

Of the over 400,000 Polytech PU implants placed globally, 2 confirmed BIA-ALCL cases have been reported in the medical literature. For comparison, the textured implants linked to most BIA-ALCL diagnoses have rates of 1 in 2,000 to 1 in 86,000 depending on surface type.

The polyurethane surface integrates with surrounding tissue, virtually eliminating implant rotation and displacement — two of the most common reasons for reoperation with standard smooth-shell implants. Polytech implants hold CE marking under EU MDR 2017/745 and are available in 60+ countries.

They are not available in the United States or Canada — not due to safety concerns, but because the FDA approval pathway for the polyurethane surface has not been pursued for the US market. This is the primary reason patients travel to Mexico City for this procedure.

The rePlantation® difference

Standard implant exchange simply swaps one implant for another. rePlantation® addresses the whole breast: the old implant and capsule are removed, the pocket is rebuilt, fat is added for natural contour and coverage, and the new implant is placed using Dr. Baley's proprietary incision protocol — minimizing visible scarring and maximizing long-term symmetry.

The addition of fat grafting is not cosmetic. It improves implant coverage, reduces palpability, and gives the breast more natural movement and feel — the quality that distinguishes this result from the "obviously augmented" look of older placements.

Only available outside the US and Canada. Polytech PU has not been submitted for FDA approval. Dr. Baley's practice is one of very few in Latin America with consistent access to Polytech PU and the surgical volume to use them at this level of precision.
Who this is for: Women who want to keep breast projection but are concerned about the long-term safety of their current implants. Those who want the clinically safest available implant combined with natural fat for a more organic result. Not for patients who want no implants at all — explant or fat grafting are the right paths for them.

What to expect

  • Procedure time: 3 – 4.5 hours
  • Implant selection: Size, profile, and projection decided with Dr. Baley
  • Fat grafting: Included — improves coverage, contour, and feel
  • Recovery on-site: 7–10 days
  • Documentation: Implant registered with Polytech, recorded in surgical file
  • Long-term: Polytech PU integrates with tissue — rotation is rare
Aesthetic Breast Surgery
04
Aesthetic Breast Surgery

Breast Augmentation

Primary or repeat. Brand-agnostic. Guided by your anatomy and your goals.

Breast augmentation at reBreast is not a one-size-fits-all procedure. Whether this is your first augmentation or you're returning after an explant and want to start fresh with the best available options, Dr. Baley's approach is the same: a thorough assessment of your anatomy, honest discussion of what each implant family offers, and a recommendation based on your anatomy and goals — not a preferred manufacturer's catalog.

Multiple brands. One recommendation.

Dr. Baley works with Polytech, Motiva, Mentor, and Eurosilicon — a representative range of the clinically supported options available in Mexico City. The right implant depends on your chest wall anatomy, existing breast tissue, desired projection, and long-term goals. No single brand is appropriate for every patient. You will receive a recommendation with a clear rationale, not a default.

A note on rePlantation® and Polytech PU

The rePlantation® protocol specifically uses Polytech polyurethane implants — chosen for their lower capsular contracture rate (due to the polyurethane surface integration with surrounding tissue) and the availability of the B-Lite option, which weighs 30% less than standard silicone. This is a protocol decision based on specific clinical evidence, not a brand preference.

For primary augmentation — where capsular contracture history, BII concerns, and implant exchange aren't the driving factors — other manufacturers may be equally or more appropriate depending on your anatomy and aesthetic goals. Dr. Baley will explain the reasoning behind whatever he recommends.

What to expect

  • Procedure time: 1.5 – 2.5 hours under general anesthesia
  • Implant selection: Size, profile, and brand decided collaboratively with Dr. Baley
  • Hospital: Hospital ABC Santa Fe — JCI accredited
  • Recovery on-site: 5–7 days
  • Final result: Swelling resolves over 3–6 months
  • Follow-up: Video consultations at 2 weeks, 6 weeks, and 6 months

Common questions

Which implant brand is right for me?
There is no universal answer, and anyone who tells you otherwise is oversimplifying. Profile, projection, surface type, fill material, and manufacturer each have clinical implications that interact with your specific anatomy. Dr. Baley will walk you through what each option means for your result — and tell you plainly what he recommends.
What is the difference between round and anatomical implants?
Round implants provide fullness throughout the breast and are more forgiving of minor rotation. Anatomical (teardrop) implants mimic the natural breast slope and are often preferred for a more natural resting appearance — but they require precise placement to avoid rotation. The right choice depends on your starting anatomy and how your existing tissue will frame the result.
What is the recovery time for augmentation?
Most patients are comfortable moving around by day 2–3 and cleared to fly home by day 5–7. Light activity resumes at 2–3 weeks. Exercise and lifting resume at 4–6 weeks, pending Dr. Baley's clearance. Final results are visible once swelling resolves — typically 3–6 months.
Patient results
Before
After
Procedure
Primary Augmentation
Post-op
6 months
Before
After
Procedure
Repeat Augmentation
Post-op
9 months

Clinical photography added as consents are received.

05
Aesthetic Breast Surgery

Breast Reduction

Reduction mammoplasty — for women whose breast size is limiting their life, not enhancing it.

Breast reduction is one of the highest-satisfaction procedures in plastic surgery — because it addresses a real, functional problem. Macromastia (overly large breasts) causes chronic back and neck pain, postural strain, deep bra-strap grooves, skin irritation under the breast fold, and difficulty exercising. For many patients, it has been a physical limitation for years, if not decades.

No implants are involved. This is comprehensive reshaping of the breast using your existing tissue — removing excess glandular tissue, fat, and skin, and repositioning the breast for a result that is proportionate, lifted, and comfortable.

Preserved sensation and function

One of the most common concerns about breast reduction is nipple sensation and breastfeeding potential. Modern reduction techniques prioritize nerve preservation. Dr. Baley uses pedicle techniques that maintain the nerve supply and blood supply to the nipple-areolar complex — preserving both sensation and the potential for breastfeeding where anatomy allows. The outcome depends on your specific anatomy and degree of reduction required, and this will be discussed honestly during your consultation.

Combining with a lift

Reduction and mastopexy (breast lift) are frequently combined. In most reduction cases, repositioning of the nipple-areolar complex and reshaping of the breast envelope are included as part of the procedure — so the aesthetic lift is an inherent part of the outcome, not an add-on.

What to expect

  • Procedure time: 2.5 – 4 hours under general anesthesia
  • No implants: Your own tissue is reshaped — no foreign material
  • Incisions: Technique selected based on degree of reduction required
  • Recovery on-site: 7–10 days
  • Return to activity: Light activity at 2–3 weeks; full activity at 6 weeks
  • Follow-up: Video consultations at 2 weeks, 6 weeks, and 6 months

Common questions

Will I lose sensation after reduction?
Temporary changes in nipple sensation are common — some patients experience reduced sensitivity in the first weeks, others experience heightened sensitivity. Most sensation returns to normal or near-normal within 3–6 months. Permanent complete loss of sensation is uncommon with modern pedicle techniques but is a documented risk that Dr. Baley will discuss with you in detail during your consultation.
Will there be visible scarring?
Reduction requires incisions — there is no technique that avoids them entirely. Scar patterns vary by technique: the vertical or "lollipop" scar is common for moderate reductions; the inverted T or "anchor" scar is used for larger reductions. Scars are positioned to be hidden by standard bra lines, and they mature and fade significantly over 12–18 months. Dr. Baley will show you the expected scar pattern for your anatomy during your consultation.
Can I combine a reduction with a lift?
In most cases, they are the same procedure. A comprehensive reduction inherently reshapes and lifts the breast — repositioning the nipple-areolar complex is part of the standard technique. For patients who want lift without significant volume reduction, a standalone mastopexy is the appropriate approach. Dr. Baley will clarify which applies to your situation.
Patient results
Before
After
Procedure
Breast Reduction
Post-op
6 months
Before
After
Procedure
Reduction + Lift
Post-op
12 months

Clinical photography added as consents are received.

06
Aesthetic Breast Surgery

Mastopexy
(Breast Lift)

For women whose breast position has changed — not their size. Restore shape, restore confidence.

Mastopexy (breast lift) reshapes and repositions the breast without adding or removing significant volume. It addresses ptosis — breast drooping caused by pregnancy, breastfeeding, weight loss, or time — by removing excess skin, reshaping the breast tissue, and lifting the nipple-areolar complex to a more youthful position.

This procedure does not change your bra cup size meaningfully. If you want to also increase volume, a simultaneous augmentation can be combined. If you want to reduce volume as well as lift, a reduction mastopexy achieves both in one procedure. The right combination depends on your specific anatomy and what you want to achieve.

Technique options

The incision pattern depends on the degree of ptosis and how much skin needs to be removed. Dr. Baley selects the appropriate technique based on your anatomy — not a preferred default.

  • Crescent lift: Minimal incision around the upper areola. Appropriate for very mild ptosis only. Limited correction.
  • Periareolar (donut) lift: Incision around the full areola. Moderate correction with a scar confined to the areola border. Good for patients needing modest repositioning and areola reduction.
  • Vertical (lollipop) lift: Periareolar incision plus a vertical line to the breast fold. The most versatile technique — addresses moderate to significant ptosis with natural long-term results.
  • Inverted T (anchor) lift: Lollipop incision plus a horizontal scar along the breast fold. Reserved for significant ptosis requiring maximum skin removal. Most comprehensive correction.

Combining with augmentation or reduction

A lift can be performed simultaneously with augmentation (adding volume) or reduction (removing volume). Combining procedures in a single operation has efficiency advantages — one anesthesia, one recovery. Dr. Baley will advise whether a staged or combined approach is appropriate for your situation.

What to expect

  • Procedure time: 2 – 3.5 hours (longer if combined with augmentation or reduction)
  • Implants: Optional — depends on whether augmentation is desired
  • Recovery on-site: 5–7 days
  • Return to light activity: 2–3 weeks
  • Full activity: 6 weeks
  • Scar maturation: 12–18 months to final scar appearance

Common questions

Do I need a lift or augmentation — or both?
This is one of the most common questions in breast aesthetics — and the answer depends on your anatomy. If your breasts have adequate volume but have dropped, a lift alone is appropriate. If volume has been lost (after pregnancy or weight loss) and position has also changed, augmentation + lift may be the right combination. If you're unsure, this is precisely what the consultation is for — Dr. Baley will assess your tissue and give you a clear recommendation.
How long do results last?
Results are long-lasting but not permanent — the natural aging process continues after surgery. Significant weight fluctuations, subsequent pregnancies, and gravity will affect results over time. Most patients maintain excellent results for 10+ years. Lifestyle stability (maintained weight, completed family plans) tends to produce the most durable outcomes.
What is the difference between anchor, lollipop, and crescent lift?
These terms describe the incision pattern — which determines both how much correction is possible and where scars are located. The crescent and periareolar (donut) techniques offer limited correction with minimal scarring. The lollipop offers moderate to significant correction with a vertical scar hidden below the breast. The anchor offers the most correction, with scars along the areola, vertically below it, and along the breast fold. Dr. Baley will recommend the technique appropriate for your degree of ptosis — not the one with the fewest scars if a more complete approach is clinically indicated.
Patient results
Before
After
Procedure
Mastopexy
Post-op
6 months
Before
After
Procedure
Mastopexy + Augmentation
Post-op
9 months

Clinical photography added as consents are received.

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