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  1. What Is breast Implant Revision?
  2. Who Is A Good Candidate For breast Implant Revision?
  3. Preparing For breast Implant Revision
  4. The breast Implant Revision procedure
  5. Recovering From breast Implant Revision
  6. Final Results Of breast Implant Revision
  7. What To Expect During A breast Implant Revision consultation
  8. What Is The Cost Of breast Implant Revision?
  9. Frequently Asked Questions About Breast Implant Revision

If your primary breast augmentation didn’t go as planned or you’ve changed your mind about your breast implant results, you have options. Dr. Lisa DiFrancesco can help you explore breast implant revision and get the results you want in the first place – or change your look entirely.

What is Breast Implant Revision?

Breast revision surgery is a procedure that revises the results of a previous breast augmentation surgery. The goal of breast implant revision can look different for each patient – some women want to replace their implants, some want to remove them, and some want to revise their results. Dr. DiFrancesco will work with you to determine the right approach to your breast implant revision surgery.

Who is a Good Candidate for Breast Implant Revision?

Good candidates for breast implant revision are women who previously underwent breast augmentation and want to change their results. There are many reasons that women choose to undergo breast implant revision, such as experiencing complications like capsular contracture, unsatisfactory results, or breast implant rupture. Your reasons for revising your primary surgery are perfectly valid, and Dr. DiFrancesco will help you find the best outcome possible.

Candidacy for breast implant revision is similar to breast augmentation surgery – you should be in overall good health and able to commit to your recovery process. Dr. DiFrancesco will go over the details of your medical history during a consultation.

Preparing for Breast Implant Revision

To prepare for plastic surgery, Dr. DiFrancesco will give you familiar instructions like stopping smoking and alcohol, arranging for transportation, purchasing recovery materials, avoiding blood-thinning medications, filling prescriptions, and ensuring your home is ready for your recovery. You’ll also undergo bloodwork and sign paperwork with our team.

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The Breast Implant Revision Procedure

Breast implant revision looks different for each patient. Dr. DiFrancesco will ensure you understand the details of your revision breast surgery.

Breast Implant Removal

Breast implant removal involves taking out the implant and the surrounding scar tissue. Dr. DiFrancesco will create an incision and gain access to the implant pocket created during your initial surgery. She will carefully remove the implant, reshape the breast tissue, and close up the incision.

Breast Implant Replacement

Breast implant replacement is similar to the above procedure, except once the implants are removed, new ones are placed. The new implants may be the exact same ones as before, or they may be implants of a different type, size, shape, or projection. Dr. DiFrancesco will spend significant time helping you select your new implants during your consultation.

Combination Surgery

Breast implant revision can also be a combination procedure that involves multiple steps. For example, breast implant removal might include fat transfer breast augmentation to close up the breast tissue pocket or a breast lift to get rid of sagging. A breast lift can be done with breast implant replacement. Dr. DiFrancesco will give a professional opinion on how you can get the best result from your procedure.

Recovering from Breast Implant Revision

Recovery from breast implant revision will be very similar to your initial breast augmentation. You can expect 1-2 weeks away from work and strenuous activities, after which most swelling and pain should subside. You’ll need to wear a surgical bra as much as possible and follow up with our team regularly. Pain can be managed with prescribed medications, and swelling can be managed by sleeping in an upright position. Within 4-6 weeks, you can return to your exercise regimen.

Final Results of Breast Implant Revision

Similar to breast augmentation, it can take several weeks for your final results to settle in. If you opt for new implants, they will continue to descend into their new position during this time. If you opt to remove your implants, your breasts will continue to take their new, natural shape. When you select a double-board-certified plastic surgeon such as Dr. DiFrancesco, you can ensure long-lasting results.

What to Expect During a Breast Implant Revision Consultation

During a consultation with Dr. DiFrancesco, you’ll discuss your goals for surgery at length, as well as the details of your initial breast augmentation. She’ll take time to understand your concerns and discuss the risks so you can make a fully informed decision. You’ll review the details of your surgery and put together a plan that suits your needs. Finally, you’ll get a full cost estimate of your procedure from our team and discuss financing options.

What is the Cost of Breast Implant Revision?

The cost of breast implant revision depends on factors like anesthesia, surgical fees, facilities, and more. Breast implant revision can cost more than breast augmentation because of the extra steps involved, but this varies based on your unique circumstances. Dr. DiFrancesco and our team will give you a detailed estimate during your consultation.

Frequently Asked Questions about Breast Implant Revision

Can you feel a ruptured breast implant?

Depending on the type of implant, you may notice that your breast implant feels different, or the size and shape are dissimilar to before. With new ultrasound technology, Dr. DiFrancesco can examine your implants during your consultation and confirm possibility of rupture. Next, you can schedule a strategic explant procedure or replacement, depending on what type of implants you have.

How do you fix capsular contracture?

Capsular contracture exists when scar tissue forms around the implant and creates firmness that causes discomfort in the breast. To relieve the pressure around the implant, the capsule and implant are removed from the breast and new implants are inserted.

How often should breast implants be replaced?

Breast implants are designed to maintain their aesthetic form long-term and don't need to be replaced due to age. Patients are encouraged to maintain their health and observe any changes their breasts undergo through aging. If they experience changes in their breast size or laxity, or experience discomfort, they are advised to visit their plastic surgeon to discuss an implant exchange.

When should I consider breast revision surgery?

The number one reason for breast revision is to increase the size of your implants. Other reasons include implant rupture or leak, capsular contracture or scar tissue around the implant and implants which have shifted in position. Loose skin or stretched skin after pregnancy or massive weight loss may distort your breast shape and require breast revision surgery.

How long will my results last?

Breast implant surgery usually has long-lasting results. However, significant weight gain or loss, pregnancy and gravity may affect the length of your results.

Can I exchange my breast implants?

Patients with breast implants continually undergo physical changes related to weight fluctuation and aging. They reflect years after surgery that they desire a new size based on their current appearance. When visiting your plastic surgeon, you'll explore size options as well as consider a lift to accompany your implant exchange. Depending on when your initial implants were inserted, you may also change the type and profile to best accommodate your desired results.

How much does breast implant exchange cost?

Breast implant exchange cost varies, depending on the extent of the surgical procedure, including the need for implant replacement or additional breast surgeries. Pricing will be discussed in detail at your initial consultation and we recommend financing options through Alphaeon Credit.