Explant surgery is the opposite of getting breast implants: The procedure removes your implants. Most women who opt for explant surgery also choose to replace their implants with brand new ones.
At Cosmetic Surgery Center, our experienced team, led by Dr. Trent Fogleman, specializes in advanced cosmetic breast surgery, including explant surgery, breast augmentation, and implant revision.
We prioritize your safety and satisfaction, offering the most up-to-date procedures and treatments to help you feel confident in your decision to replace your implants.
In this month’s blog post, we discuss some of the reasons that women opt to replace their implants and provide some tips on how to decide if it’s right for you.
Over time, implants may no longer fit your needs or expectations. Some of the most common reasons for considering an implant replacement include:
Whether you want to go larger or smaller, many women choose to adjust their implant size as their preferences and lifestyles evolve.
For example, the size that seemed ideal when you were in your early 20s might be very different from what makes sense for your life two or three decades later.
Gravity is a fact of life, and unfortunately breasts may start to sag whether you have implants or not. In addition, pregnancy, breastfeeding, and significant weight loss can all contribute to breast sagging.
If you’re unhappy with the sagging, a breast implant swap-out combined with a breast lift could be the ideal solution.
One reason some women opt for implant replacement is the development of capsular contracture. It happens when scar tissue forms around the implant, causing it to harden and shift.
If your breasts feel hard, tight, or painful, or if they suddenly look uneven, it could be capsular contracture. Removing and replacing the implants can restore your appearance and comfort.
Although rare, sometimes implants can rupture or deflate. This problem is most evident with saline implants, but it can also happen with silicone implants. The FDA recommends routine MRI screenings starting at 5-6 years after silicone implant placement. This can help detect rupture in its early stages.
If you experience rupture of a silicone implant or deflation of a saline implant, a replacement procedure can remove the damaged implant(s), reducing your risk of further complications, and then restoring your appearance with new implants.
Choosing to replace your implants is a highly personal decision that depends on how your body and preferences have changed over time. At Cosmetic Surgery Center, we’re happy to guide you through the process and support you all the way. Call our office at 402-526-5449 to schedule an appointment.
