Do I need a breast revision?

Breast implants should generally be replaced every ten years or so, but you may need to get them revised or replaced sooner if you have complications like capsular contracture or if you want to change the size, shape, type of implant, or want a lift.

What happens if you dont redo your breast implants?

Implant rupture: Saline and silicone implants can deflate if the outer shell becomes damaged. Capsular contracture: This is the term for hardened scar tissue that can develop around one or both implants, causing discomfort or cosmetic changes. The scar tissue can be removed during implant replacement.

Are breast revisions more expensive?

Breast implant revision surgery may cost slightly more than a primary breast augmentation procedure. It may involve a more intricate surgical procedure, depending on the reason why the revision needs to be performed.

What is a breast augmentation revision?

The goal of breast implant revision surgery is to replace old breast implants with new implants. Often the goal is also to change or improve the appearance of the breasts while updating the implant material, which could include: Either increasing or decreasing the size, shape or style of the breast implant.

How soon can you get a breast revision?

In most cases, surgeons recommend waiting at least six months after your initial breast augmentation to undergo breast implant revision.

Does insurance cover breast implant revision?

Breast revision surgery is a procedure or combination of procedures performed to improve or correct an unsatisfactory outcome of a previous breast surgery. Health insurance companies will often cover breast revision surgery, particularly if it is associated with: Firm breast implants or capsular contracture.

How often do you have to get breast implants redone?

10-20 years
Most silicone and saline implants are FDA approved for 10-20 years, but this does not mean that you have to get them replaced every 10-20 years. You can safely go beyond these time frames, and most patients only have to have 1-2 replacements in their lifetime.

How soon after a breast augmentation can I get a revision?

If you are still unsatisfied with the look, feel, or position of your implants after 3 – 4 months, it may be time to talk to your doctor. In most cases, surgeons recommend waiting at least six months after your initial breast augmentation to undergo breast implant revision.

How soon can you have breast augmentation revision?

six months
If you are still unsatisfied with the look, feel, or position of your implants after 3 – 4 months, it may be time to talk to your doctor. In most cases, surgeons recommend waiting at least six months after your initial breast augmentation to undergo breast implant revision.

How soon can revision surgery be done?

Revision surgery is generally not performed immediately following an original procedure. In fact, some surgeries should not occur for at least a year or even longer. The reason behind the delay is first to give the body ample time to heal completely before undergoing another procedure.

What if I want bigger implants?

If considering breast implant revision surgery there is a “wait and see” protocol if you want to go bigger. It is advised women should wait 3-6 months for revision augmentation surgery to make sure all the swelling has gone down and the surgeon can get the best possible results for you from your revision surgery.