Centro Médico Teknon
Centro Médico Teknon
Spain, Barcelona
Javier Herrero Jover
46 years of experience • 10000+ treatments performed
Clinic is certified :
Breast implant removal in Spain typically costs from $3,700 to $6,000. The final price depends on the surgical technique, necessity of scar tissue removal, and the clinic location. In the US, similar procedures cost around $8,500 on average. Spain offers savings of around 44%. Quotes generally include surgeon fees, anesthesia, facility use, and initial post-operative follow-up appointments.
Bookimed Expert Insight: Choosing high-volume centers in Barcelona provides access to elite care at predictable rates. Centro Médico Teknon, for example, is JCI-accredited and performs over 23,500 operations annually. While boutique clinics in Alicante like Instituto Perez de la Romana offer personalized care with only 5 beds. For the best value, look for surgeons like Dr. Javier Herrero Jover. He pioneers 3D surgical planning to ensure precise results before the first incision is made.
| Spain | Turkey | The USA | |
| Breast Implant Removal | from $3,660 | from $1,144 | from $6,500 |
46 years of experience specializing in breast surgery – Dr. Herrero Jover is a pioneer in 3D surgical planning for precise implant removal at Centro Médico Teknon.
Dr. Rivera specializes in breast implant removal with extensive hospital experience. He co-directs the Plastic Surgery Unit at Quirónsalud Marbella.
Specializing in breast implant removal, Dr. José Luis Martín Del Yerro Coca brings 44 years of experience of plastic surgery expertise at Quironsalud Madrid.
En bloc capsulectomy is a surgical technique where breast implants and their surrounding scar tissue are removed as one intact unit. This method ensures leaked silicone or bacteria remain trapped inside the capsule, preventing contamination. It is essential for suspected BIA-ALCL cancer or ruptured silicone implants.
Bookimed Expert Insight: While patients often request en bloc for Breast Implant Illness (BII), our data shows Spanish clinics emphasize individualized evaluation. Surgeons at Centro Médico Teknon—with over 10,000 procedures performed—may favor simpler explants if implants are smooth and intact. This choice significantly reduces risks like breast deformity or nerve damage compared to the more invasive en bloc approach.
Patient Consensus: Many patients report that recovery takes 3 to 12 months for breast tissue to settle. While en bloc feels safer for some, most find that simple explants resolve symptoms with less scarring.
Breasts often appear deflated or flat immediately after implant removal as the skin and tissue have been stretched. This initial appearance is temporary, and most patients experience natural tissue fluffing and shape improvement over a 3 to 12-month recovery period.
Bookimed Expert Insight: Spain’s top clinics like Centro Médico Teknon or Clínica Planas specialize in high-volume reconstruction. Dr. Javier Herrero Jover alone has performed over 10,000 procedures. Data shows patients choosing clinics with 3D surgical planning often have more realistic expectations for post-removal shape.
Patient Consensus: Many patients notice wrinkly, deflated skin initially but report significant improvement as tissue settles into a natural teardrop shape. Most advise waiting at least 6 months before considering a secondary lift or fat transfer.
Leaving the implant capsule behind typically results in the tissue remaining as permanent scar tissue. If the capsule is thin and healthy, it may cause no issues. However, thickened or infected capsules can lead to chronic pain, persistent inflammation, or fluid buildup.
Bookimed Expert Insight: Spanish specialists like Dr. Jorge Planas at Clínica Planas use advanced research to determine capsule management. His PhD work on ultrasonic treatment for contracture highlights that not all capsules require aggressive removal. Data shows that if a capsule is healthy and thin, avoiding removal prevents trauma to the chest wall and ribs.
Patient Consensus: While many experience relief without full removal, others worry about lingering toxins. Professional consensus suggests that while capsules are permanent scar tissue, the decision to remove them must prioritize long-term comfort and safety.
Full recovery from explant surgery in Spain typically takes 6 weeks. Most patients resume light work within 5 to 7 days as initial swelling decreases. While incisions often close quickly, complete tissue healing and skin normalization may require 3 to 4 months if combined with a lift.
Bookimed Expert Insight: Patients choosing high-volume centers like Centro Médico Teknon or Hospital Quiron Barcelona benefit from surgeons who perform thousands of procedures. Dr. Javier Herrero Jover alone has completed over 10,000 surgeries. This high frequency often correlates with refined techniques that help manage postoperative seroma risks more effectively during the first week.
Patient Consensus: Many feel a sense of relief after the first week when pain medication is often no longer needed. Some experience temporary post-op blues, but these typically resolve within the first month of healing.
Spain hosts world-class clinics for breast implant removal, primarily located in Barcelona and Madrid. Top facilities like Centro Médico Teknon and Hospital Quiron Barcelona offer JCI-accredited care. These centers feature board-certified surgeons specializing in complex en bloc capsulectomy and corrective mastopexy techniques.
Bookimed Expert Insight: While many patients focus on Madrid and Barcelona, Alicante is a hidden gem for value. Instituto Perez de la Romana provides specialized care with fewer than 300 annual operations. This lower volume often translates to more personalized attention compared to larger metropolitan hubs.
Patient Consensus: Patients praise Spain for high clinical standards and fair pricing. Many advise consulting at least 2 surgeons and planning a full 14-day stay to ensure safe recovery before flying.