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Information on Breast Augmentation Revision Surgery

Patients considering revision breast augmentation surgery often visit a premier plastic surgeon who holds advanced training and specializes in a number of corrective procedures. These procedures require impeccable artistic and technical skills to analyze and correct for both functional and aesthetic problems of the breasts.

Breast revision surgery is often performed to address some aspect of the look and/or feel of the breasts. In some cases, patients will undergo this procedure to address post-surgical breast augmentation complications, problems with implants and conditions of the breasts that may have been overlooked during primary surgery. The best board certified plastic surgeons have the ability to correct a number of complications in order to minimize any discomfort, prevent further complications and enhance the overall appearance of the bustline. The most common revision breast augmentation procedures are performed to address breast implant rupture or displacement, excess scar tissue around the implants (capsular contracture), thinning of the breast tissue or other aesthetic concerns.

Breast implant revision surgery techniques vary greatly from one patient to another because the treatment plan is customized in order to address each individual's concerns. The surgery is performed under general anesthesia and the length of the procedure depends on the complexity of the task. Most plastic surgeons first remove existing breast implants; perform any necessary revisions and insert new silicone or saline breast implants. Revision breast augmentation is generally an outpatient procedure and after being carefully monitored for a few hours, patients return home where they continue the recovery period guided by specific instruction from the surgeon.

Post-surgical garments and pain management medications are often provided to prevent complications and relieve pain. Patients may return to work within a few days following surgery. However, they should limit any strenuous activities for three to six weeks.

Secondary breast augmentation surgery is often more difficult that the previous for a number of reasons, including the presence of scar tissue and anatomical changes performed during previous surgery.

In some cases, revision breast augmentation may require additional plastic surgery, including breast lift. Patients interested in other aesthetic surgery procedures, should discuss their liposuction, tummy tuck and facial rejuvenation options with their plastic surgeon.