Breast Revision Surgery With A Board Certified Chicago Plastic Surgeon

Breast revision is also commonly known as breast implant replacement because the most common reason for this surgery is to change the breast implant size. Most of women who have the procedure performed will want to get a bigger implant size. However, other reasons for breast revision surgery are often related to complications from the primary breast augmentation surgery. It is important to minimize the risk of having to undergo the breast revision surgery, but plastic surgeons can still perform this procedure to improve the results of the primary surgery and correct any complications. Dr. Bloch at www.bodybybloch.com is an expert in plastic surgery with over 30 years of experience, which makes him your right choice if you need a breast revision procedure performed.

Good candidate for breast revision

You may need a breast revision surgery even if your primary breast implant surgery was done perfectly and the results were great. This is because there are many changes that can occur over time and may negatively affect the appearance of your breasts. You may be a good candidate for this procedure if you are not a smoker and are in good health, or the following reasons apply to you:

• You need your breast size increased or decreased
• You have breast asymmetry the needs to be corrected
• You need complications that have developed with your implants or breast tissue that surround them addressed
• You have a change in the appurtenance of your breast implants because of breast feeding or pregnancy
• You have gained or lost weight which has affected the appearance of your breasts
• You needed a breast lift with the primary breast augmentation surgery but did not have it
• Your original breast implant placement was poor
• You are not happy with the results of the original procedure or you need some aesthetic issues dealt with
• You want the current breast implants permanently removed

Considerations

Pros

• You will regain a youthful breast shape.
• You may increase or decrease your breast size.
• You will improve breast symmetry.

Cons

• Gravity and aging will eventually alter the size and shape of your breasts.
• The weight of your implants will also affect your breast appearance with time.
• Your surgeon will need to have the surgical details of your first breast surgery.

These are the top three pros and cons to weigh when considering breast revision. If you wish to focus on what is unique to you, please consult with your aesthetic plastic surgeon.

What Happens During Breast Revision Surgery?

Of course, the answer depends very much on the reason for the surgery. Breast revision usually involves swapping out the old implants for new ones, often with a size change. It can also include a breast lift, release of scar tissue, and change to the size, shape, and location of the “pocket” (the space inside the body where the implant sits).

With some cosmetic problems, additional surgery may be needed for the best and longest-lasting results. For instance, repair of symmastia and bottoming out may be more successful when the implants remain out of the body for a period of at least 12 weeks after removing the old implants and strategically placing sutures to close off the pocket. Once proper healing and stabilization is achieved via the formation of new scar tissue, the final surgery can be done to replace the implants.

To book a consultation with Dr. Bloch call his office at 847-432-0840 or go to https://bodybybloch.preview.crystalcleardm.com