Breast Implant Illness

understanding your symptoms, refining your options

What Is Breast Implant Illness (BII)?

Breast Implant Illness, or BII, is a term patients and physicians use to describe a range of systemic symptoms some people develop after receiving breast implants — silicone or saline, smooth or textured. BII is not currently classified as a single, officially recognized medical diagnosis; researchers and the FDA are still working to understand its causes, and some experts believe it may be linked to an autoimmune or inflammatory response.
 
Despite the uncertainty around its cause, the symptoms patients report are real, and Dr. Soler-Baillo takes them seriously.

Chronic Fatigue

Joint and muscle pain

“Brain fog” or difficulty concentrating

Dry eyes or dry mouth

Skin rashes

Hair loss

Sleep disturbances

Persistent viral infections

This is general health information, not a diagnosis. If you’re experiencing these symptoms, a private consultation can help you explore whether they may be connected to your implants — and rule out other causes.

IMPORTANT DISTINCTION

BII vs. BIA-ALCL

BII is distinct from BIA-ALCL (Breast Implant-Associated Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma), a rare cancer of the immune system linked to certain textured implants. Dr. Soler-Baillo includes BIA-ALCL screening as part of a comprehensive consultation, so every aspect of your long-term health is addressed — not just symptom relief.

Breast Implant Illness (BII)

Breast Implant Illness (BII) is a term used to describe a wide range of symptoms some patients report after receiving breast implants. These symptoms can affect the body systemically and may include fatigue, brain fog, joint pain, and inflammation. While BII is not currently an official medical diagnosis, the symptoms patients experience are real and deserve careful evaluation.

Systemic Symptoms

RARE BUT IMPORTANT

BIA-ALCL

BIA-ALCL is a rare immune-system cancer associated primarily with certain textured breast implants. Unlike BII, it is a recognized medical condition with specific diagnostic criteria.

Rare Immune-System Cancer

Why Patients Choose Explant:

While there is no guarantee that removing your implants will resolve your symptoms, many patients report improvement after explant surgery — and for some, it’s simply about peace of mind regardless of symptoms. Dr. Soler-Baillo offers a refined range of explant techniques in Miami, including en bloc capsulectomy and his signature PET™ (Preservation Explant Technique), designed to restore a natural shape using your own tissue, without a new implant.

Seeking Relief

For some patients experiencing symptoms they believe may be related to their implants, explant surgery can be an important step toward finding answers and pursuing relief.

Peace of Mind

For many women, implant removal is less about symptoms and more about feeling aligned with their health, lifestyle, and long-term goals.

Confidence in your choices matters.

Natural Restoration

Some patients simply want to return to a more natural breast shape. Techniques like PET™ can help restore contour using your own tissue—without a new implant.

THE HOLISTIC DIFFERENCE

Surgery Is Only Part of the Picture

If BII is connected to inflammation or hormonal imbalance, surgery alone may not be the full answer. Alongside his 24+ years in breast surgery, Dr. Soler-Baillo holds a master’s degree in cardiovascular physiology and has practiced functional medicine — with a focus on hormone balancing and inflammation management — since 2007. This means your recovery and ongoing wellness can be addressed by the same refined, in-house practice that performs your surgery.

Hormones

Hormones

Recovery

Your healing journery

Recovery

Your healing journery

Inflammation

Detox

Nutrition

Wellness

PATIENT EXPERIENCES

A Personalized Experience, Every Step of the Way

Every patient’s journey is different. These experiences reflect the care, support, and thoughtful approach our practice is known for.

“My results exceeded every expectation while still looking completely natural.”
- Verified Patient
“The entire process felt seamless—I didn’t have to worry about a thing.”
- Verified Patient
“He took the time to listen and made me feel comfortable every step of the way.”
- Verified Patient
“His attention to detail is unmatched—the results are beautifully balanced.”
- Verified Patient
“The team is warm, professional, and the entire experience feels elevated from start to finish.”
- Verified Patient
“I felt supported, informed, and genuinely cared for throughout my entire journey.”
- Verified Patient
“He came recommended by multiple people—and now I understand why.”
- Verified Patient

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