Breast implant revision, or breast augmentation revision, is a surgical procedure in which breast implants that were previously placed in the body are removed. New implants are typically inserted after the old implants are extracted from the breasts. Women may choose to have implants revised for many reasons. Since breast implants normally last between 10-15 years, some women have them replaced after about ten years. Revision may also be performed if the implants burst, change shape, or develop ripples. Another reason some women have this corrective surgery done is to change the type of implant or to change the size of the breasts.
Breast implant repositioning is performed when an implant has been placed incorrectly or when migration occurs after the implant is placed. Implants can end up too high or too low on the chest and will need to be addressed to maintain a natural look. In other cases, the implants may become too close together or slide toward the armpits. When these situations occur, corrective surgery will be performed in order to move the implants into the appropriate position. Additionally, the type of implant may be changed during this procedure.
Changing the implant size may be performed when a patient decides she is not satisfied with the look of the implants. After the original implant is inserted into the breast, a patient may become dissatisfied with the results and choose to have larger implants put in the body. This procedure can also be performed once the implant has been in place for an extended amount of time and undesirable changes are taking place because of natural aging processes such as loss of tissue and sagging.
Surgery to alleviate scarring is sometimes necessary because scarring can be painful and unsightly. The patient may desire to have scarring removed or lessened or may want to relieve pain caused by the scarring. Some patients may choose to change the type or size of the implant during this procedure. Others may opt to have the implants removed entirely.
Surgery to repair a leaking or burst implant is necessary to alleviate pain, reduce risk of infection, and reverse the look of misshapen breasts due to displaced fluid.
The full cost of breast implant revision surgery varies depending on the type of procedure performed, anesthesia and medication costs, where in the country the surgery is performed, garments that will need to be worn after the revision, and any additional fees on the part of the hospital or the surgeon.
After breast implant revision surgery, most recipients will be able to return home after a few hours. Patients are encouraged to take part in light activities that are not strenuous such as walking and preparing food within seven to ten days. Patients may return to work and participate in moderate activity after three weeks. All normal activities, including workouts, can be resumed six weeks after the surgery.
After breast implant revision surgery, most recipients will be able to return home after a few hours. Patients are encouraged to take part in light activities that are not strenuous such as walking and preparing food within seven to ten days. Patients may return to work and participate in moderate activity after three weeks. All normal activities, including workouts, can be resumed six weeks after the surgery.
Pain
Bleeding
Asymmetry
Scarring
Infection
Blood clots
Skin loss
Breast implant revision is used to reverse signs of aging and give the patient an improved appearance and more positive outlook. Revision surgery can relieve discomfort and give the individual a boost in their self-confidence.
Breast implant revision is used to reverse signs of aging and give the patient an improved appearance and more positive outlook. Revision surgery can relieve discomfort and give the individual a boost in their self-confidence.
Fat Transfer Breast Enlargement
Fat transfer breast enlargement is accomplished by using fat from another part of the body, such as the buttocks or thighs, and injecting it into the breasts. This is a less invasive procedure that is preferred by patients who want a relatively modest enlargement. Fat is removed from the donor area via liposuction and placed into the breasts. Advantages of fat transfer over breast augmentation include a quicker recovery time, less chance of an allergic reaction and a more natural look.
Breast Lift
A breast lift uses the patient’s own breast tissue to create a more appealing shape. Incisions are made in the breast and the tissue is repositioned and secured. The surgeon then closes the incision. Because no foreign devices are inserted into the breast, this procedure is safer than placing implants.
The first step in the breast implant revision surgery process is finding a doctor that is experienced in performing breast implant revision procedures. In order to find the best cosmetic doctor for breast implant revision, patients should use our “Find a Doctor” search page to locate a doctor based on their geographic location.
