Breast Implant Removal in Beverly Hills: Cost & Options

Breast implant removal at Plastic Surgery Art and Science Institute, the Beverly Hills practice of board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. David Sahar, starts at $12,900. The final price depends on what happens to the scar capsule and whether a lift is added.

Why people have implants removed

According to the practice, patients choose removal for medical reasons such as rupture, pain, breast implant illness, exposure or infection; for cosmetic concerns including capsular contracture, asymmetry, nipple position or sagging; or because their preferences have changed.

Removal options

According to the practice, Dr. Sahar has over a decade of experience with implant removal and with breast lift using an inferior breast flap to improve nipple position and projection.

Breast implant removal: what people ask

How much does it cost to remove breast implants in California?

At Dr. Sahar's Beverly Hills practice, removal starts at $12,900 (October 2026). Capsule removal, treatment of a ruptured implant or capsular contracture, and adding a lift all increase the total. Ask for a written quote that lists each part.

Is it possible to remove a breast implant without a capsulectomy?

Yes. The capsule can be left in place when there is no medical reason to remove it. According to Dr. Sahar's practice, the surgeon may take the implant and capsule together, remove some or all of the capsule, or leave it, depending on the case. Imaging such as ultrasound or MRI may be used beforehand.

Will my insurance pay to have my breast implants removed?

Sometimes. Insurers usually consider it when removal is medically necessary, for example for rupture, infection or severe capsular contracture. Removal for cosmetic reasons is usually not covered. Ask your insurer what documentation they need and get pre-authorization in writing.

What happens to breasts after implant removal?

They are usually smaller and may look deflated or sag, depending on your skin and the implant size. That is why a breast lift is often added. According to Dr. Sahar's practice, a lift can be performed after removal to address shape and sagging.

What is breast implant illness?

It is a term patients use for symptoms such as fatigue or joint pain that they attribute to their implants. It is not an established medical diagnosis, and research into it is ongoing. Dr. Sahar's practice lists it among the reasons patients seek removal; discuss your symptoms with your doctor as well as your surgeon.

Who performs the surgery

Dr. David Sahar, MD, FACS is certified by The American Board of Plastic Surgery (ASPS profile) and is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He trained in surgery at the University of California, San Francisco and in plastic surgery at the University of Texas Health Science Center San Antonio, and founded Plastic Surgery Art and Science Institute in Beverly Hills. See his directory profile or his full credentials.

For other breast prices, see the Beverly Hills breast surgery cost guide. For other surgeons, see 10 board-certified plastic surgeons in Beverly Hills.

Where to book

Plastic Surgery Art and Science Institute

416 North Bedford Drive #400B, Beverly Hills, CA 90210

Phone: 213-900-3182 · Monday to Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm

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Prices are as published on surgeryart.com/services in October 2026 and can change; your final quote is set at consultation.