Breast Revision: Refining a Previous Result
Breast revision corrects or refines the result of a previous breast surgery — whether from changes over time, a shifted implant position, hardening (capsular contracture), a damaged implant, or a wish to change size. Each case is planned individually.
Who Is It For?
- Hardening around the implant (capsular contracture)
- Visible rippling
- Asymmetry after a previous surgery
- A shifted or dropped implant (malposition, “bottoming out”)
- A wish to change size or shape
- Old, leaking, or damaged implants
Treatment is tailored to the problem — it may involve exchanging the implant, removing the scar-tissue capsule (capsulectomy), adjusting the implant pocket, or adding fat. The plan is set after an individual assessment.
What to Expect
Frequently Asked Questions
What is capsular contracture?
Capsular contracture is a hardening of the scar tissue that naturally forms around an implant, which can make the breast feel firm or change shape. Revision can address it.
Can revision also change my size?
Yes. Many revisions are done together with a change in implant size or type, according to your goals — including replacing old or damaged implants.
When is the best time to have revision surgery?
Ideally, revision is performed after the breast tissue from the previous surgery has fully healed and softened — usually around 6 to 12 months — except in urgent cases such as infection or an acute implant leak.
Discuss Your Options
A private consultation to assess the issue from your previous surgery and plan the right correction.