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Achieve Your Desired Changes With Breast Implant Revision in Austin

Every year, breast augmentation helps numerous women attain the shapely breasts and voluptuous figures that they crave. While the majority of breast augmentation patients are satisfied with their results, that isn’t always the case. Some women find that they aren’t happy with the way their breasts look after the procedure, while others experience bodily changes later on that negatively impact the appearance of their breast implants. In other cases, complications will arise after breast augmentation, such as a ruptured implant or capsular contracture (scar tissue hardening around the implant). Whether your original breast augmentation procedure fell short of your aesthetic goals or you have experienced complications with your implants, breast implant revision at Austin Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery could be an ideal solution.

What Is Breast Implant Revision?

Breast implant revision is a cosmetic surgical procedure performed to correct or improve the results of a previous breast augmentation procedure. This surgery can be performed for a variety of reasons, including the following:

  • Dissatisfaction with the size, shape, and/or symmetry of the breast implants
  • Desire to switch to a different size or type of breast implant
  • Discomfort due to breast implants being too large
  • Changed breast implant appearance due to bodily changes, such as weight fluctuations, pregnancy, childbirth, or the effects of aging
  • Breast implant complications, such as capsular contracture, implant leakage, or a ruptured implant

The specifics of breast implant revision depend entirely on the unique needs of the patient. For example, the procedure may involve replacing the current breast implants with new implants of a different size, shape, or type. In other cases, breast implant revision may be focused on lifting and reshaping the current breast implants to create a more youthful and balanced appearance.

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Breast Implant Revision Recovery

You may find that your recovery from breast implant revision surgery is shorter and more comfortable than your initial surgery. This can depend on the specifics of your case. Generally, revision surgery incurs soreness and swelling. You'll have a dressing in place for a few days, as well as a compression garment, to help mitigate these side effects. Post-surgery, you will need to take it easy for at least a week.

Most patients can start gradually resuming their normal routines, including returning to work, after about seven to 10 days. You can and should walk short distances a few times a day during your recovery but must refrain from more intense exercise for up to six weeks.

Who Is a Good Candidate for Breast Implant Revision?

Women who wish to enhance or correct the results of a previous breast augmentation procedure could be good candidates for breast implant revision in Austin. Typically, individuals who seek this procedure are either unhappy with the appearance of their breast implants or dealing with significant breast implant complications. During your initial consultation, one of our skilled female plastic surgeons will get to know you and understand your full situation to determine if breast implant revision is right for you.

To be an ideal candidate for breast implant revision in Austin with our team, you should also meet the following criteria:

  • Not be currently pregnant or breastfeeding
  • Be in good overall physical health
  • Be a non-smoker or willing to temporarily quit
  • Have reasonable expectations for the procedure

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What to Expect During Your Breast Implant Revision Procedure

During your initial consultation, your surgeon will listen to your unique goals for breast implant revision and answer any questions or concerns you might have. Together, you will craft a customized plan to help you safely achieve breasts that you find aesthetically pleasing, soft, and symmetrical.

The surgery itself will involve removing old implants as necessary, reshaping and making repairs, and inserting a new implant or implants as desired. Some patients desire implant removal at the time of resection. This involves en bloc resection of the scar capsule and implants and a lift and reshaping of the remaining tissue without the use of an implant. Patients will be under general anesthesia, administered by a board-certified anesthesiologist in our outpatient surgery center. Incision placement, breast lift, and other surgical details will be determined by the nature and scope of the breast implant revision.

Following your breast implant revision procedure, we’ll need to keep you around for a couple of hours to be monitored for any complications. After that, someone you trust can drive you home and, ideally, stay with you for the first night or two of your recovery.

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Why Choose Austin Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery for Breast Implant Revision in Austin?

At Austin Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery, it’s extremely important to us that all of our patients are completely satisfied with the results of every procedure that we perform. Regardless of what went wrong with your original breast surgery, our team of award-winning plastic surgeons will take the time to address each issue with precision, attention to detail, and an approach that’s custom-tailored to your needs and preferences. Our all-female team of plastic and reconstructive surgeons specializes in breast and body procedures; you can rest assured that your surgeon will know exactly how to achieve the beautiful, natural-looking results that you deserve. If you’d like to schedule your private consultation, contact our office today at (512) 815-0123.

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Breast Implant Revision FAQ

How soon after breast augmentation can I undergo breast implant revision surgery?

How long does breast implant revision take?

Will breast implant revision result in any additional scarring?

How soon after breast augmentation can I undergo breast implant revision surgery?

It takes approximately four months for breast implants and surrounding tissue to settle and heal after breast augmentation surgery. Until that time, your breasts may feel and look firmer or larger than you had anticipated. It is important to allow the body to recover from the procedure before evaluating your results. If, after four to six months, you're still unhappy with the appearance of your breast augmentation, then it may be time to consider breast implant revision.

How long does breast implant revision take?

The length of breast implant revision surgery can vary greatly depending on the specific details of the procedure. Typically, the surgery will take anywhere from 30 to 150 minutes to complete.

Will breast implant revision result in any additional scarring?

Your breast implant revision will likely be performed using your original incision pattern. In some cases, an additional incision is needed to perfect the projection and height of the breasts. This additional incision may begin at the areola and run down the center of the breast to the inframammary crease. Your surgeon will do her best to minimize the length and number of incisions made during your procedure, and with proper aftercare, any new scarring will gradually fade over time.

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