Revision Breast Surgery in Tennessee
Revision Breast Surgery
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One of the most common reasons for revision breast augmentation is the desire to change implant size. To minimize this likelihood, careful pre-surgical planning is essential. During the breast implant selection process, you will have the opportunity to try on various implant sizers and also be shown 3D simulations of the sizes you choose prior to surgery via Crisalix software at our office to determine the best fit for your desired appearance.
Our aim is to help you achieve the look you envision, whether that is proportionate, generously proportionate, or more pronounced. Consider your lifestyle as well, ensuring your new breast size complements your activities.
Since breast implants are a long-term decision, consider how you wish to appear in the future. Throughout this process, your surgeon will provide feedback based on their medical expertise and understanding of your unique physiology.
Rather than focusing on a single size, it is advisable to select a range of sizes that align with your desired outcome, as there may be slight differences in appearance once the implants are placed.
Benefits of Revision Cosmetic Breast Surgery
You're currently unhappy with the results of your cosmetic breast surgery. Whether you had your surgery done recently or years ago, you need to resolve the issues you're experiencing so you can finally get the results you want.
Revision breast surgery can help you resolve a number of issues.
Revision Breast Augmentation:
Breast Implant Exchange or Removal
You can get a breast implant exchange or removal by switching your current implants to a different size, shape or type. You may even want to remove them altogether. This can be done for one or both breast implants.
Reposition Your Implants
You can reposition your implants by modifying the pocket, moving them to a higher or lower place on your chest.
Address a Complication
You can address a complication such as infection or capsular contracture (excessive scar tissue around the implant). Such complications may cause severe discomfort and require surgical intervention to resolve.
Exchange Your Implants
You can exchange your implants and make your breasts perkier at the same time in a procedure known as a breast augmentation lift.
Revision Breast Lift:
You can achieve improved symmetry in your breast shape and perkiness.
You can reduce the appearance of scarring.
You can remove or modify your results for added lift.
The Revision Cosmetic Breast Surgery
The surgery is performed on an outpatient basis and general anesthesia is administered.
There is a wide range of surgical techniques that may be applied during your particular procedure. As a result, your surgery may follow a different path according to your desired improvement. The goal is to first resolve any health complications that may exist before addressing any aesthetic issues.
We try to make the incisions in the same place as the original surgery, if possible. That way, you won't be left with any additional scars. Current scars may also be reduced in appearance. However, if this isn't possible, any new scars that are made are kept to a minimum.
Incisions are closed with layered sutures that are reinforced to provide extra support. In the event an implant is placed, the pocket is sutured to the fascia attaced to the rib within the breast fold. We do this to protect the implant from becoming displaced, dramatically reducing the risk of "double bubble".
Your Cosmetic Breast Surgery Revision Recovery
You'll get a complete list of care instructions that you can follow to help make your recovery a smoother, and faster, one. These instructions may include the following:
Typically, the optimal results can be seen in about six months, once swelling subsides.
Cosmetic Breast Surgery Revision FAQ
How soon can you have breast augmentation revision?
Revision surgery can be scheduled once you've recovered enough from your previous surgery, to the point that your body is strong enough to handle the trauma of another surgery. We recommend that patients wait at least 3-6 months, since it can take that long for the initial results to appear following the first surgery.
If you're experiencing complications that need to be surgically addressed, then revision surgery can be scheduled sooner rather than later.How do breast implants change after surgery?
The appearance of augmented breasts can gradually change following surgery. This is related to tissue expansion. Tissue expansion causes the implants to become less compressed, allowing them to take on a more natural appearance.
What is a breast implant revision?
Breast implant revision is a surgical procedure that resolves issues arising from a previous breast augmentation. Implants placed in a previous surgery may be removed or replaced. The breast pocket may also be modified to better accommodate the implant.
What is a breast lift revision?
A breast lift revision is a surgical procedure that resolves concerns that arise from a previously performed breast lift. This may fix any complications that have occurred, or modify results to achieve a more desirable outcome.
How long does it take to recover from breast revision surgery?
Recovery is different for everyone but restrictions are always the same. There is no cardio exercise for first 3 weeks, no lifting heavier than 10lbs for 6 weeks. Cleared for full activity at 8 week.
What is a pocket revision?
Pocket revision is a surgical procedure that modifies the pocket created for a breast implant. The pocket may be modified to create a more desirable surgical outcome, and resolve issues such as double bubble and symmastia.
What can I do if I'm not happy with my breast augmentation?
Please wait for about 3-6 months to allow the initial results of your breast augmentation to appear first. Swelling and tissue expansion can prevent the results from appearing and it takes about that amount of time for both issues to resolve.
If you're still unhappy with the results of your breast augmentation after this time frame, you should return to your original surgeon to discuss your issues. You can also consult with another surgeon; however, you may want to consider obtaining your surgical records for your new surgeon so that they can refer to them during your consultation.