Breast Augmentation Toronto is a great way to enhance the chest. It has been a popular cosmetic surgery for a while. However, sometimes due for multiple reasons people like to either remove the implants or replace them with new ones. This could be because they want to change the shape and size or something has happened and the implant doesn’t serve them well anymore. This process of removing or replacing the implants is known as breast augmentation revision.
Should you consider a breast implant replacement?
There is a common myth that implants need to be replaced every 10 years, but that isn’t true. A pair of implants don’t come with an expiry date. There is no requirement to replace the implant when they are intact and not causing any trouble. If you aren’t liking the way your breasts look and want to increase or decrease the size and projection, it is a great idea to undergo the procedure. It will enable you to change the way the breasts look and feel. However, if the implant has ruptured, it is suggested to reach out to a surgeon as soon as possible. You will be recommended a replacement procedure. Concerns like Capsular contracture can be mild and go unnoticed for years. If the breast begins to look asymmetrical and cause discomfort, you should consider breast augmentation revision.
What happens during the procedure?
The time taken and the technique used during the procedure is dependent on various factors. If you are switching implants, the surgery takes about 2 hours. When pairing it with a breast lift for lifting and reshaping the breasts, adds to the time, cost and recovery. For removing the old implant and placing the new one, the original incision will be used or it will be made inside the breast crease, the inframammary fold (IMF). Incisions are placed here for better access and lower visibility. When the incision heals it will be very faint.
En Bloc breast implant removal is the technique used to remove the implant and the surrounding scar capsule tissue without breaking them. This technique is often used when undesired scar tissue forms and tightens and even when there is an implant rupture. In both situations, the surgeon will remove the entire implant capsule.
A capsulotomy is a procedure in which the opening is made to allow space for the free movement of the new implant. When aiming to reduce the size of the implant, a capsulorrhaphy is performed. This helps to move the breast back into the ideal position.
Book your consultation
During the consultation, the surgeon will discuss why you are looking to undergo the breast augmentation revision. Based on the goal, they will decide which technique will be used. They will educate you about the whole process. It is a great opportunity to share your queries. Consultations are a great way to learn everything you need about the procedure and share your aesthetic goals with the surgeon.
