Breast Implant Revision Surgery in Washington DC
Do breast implants last a lifetime? Women considering breast augmentation ask this question frequently. Breast implants are not made with an expiration date, so you should be able to enjoy the results for many years. However, unexpected issues occur for a certain number of patients. If you think you're experiencing a problem with your breast implants, call us to schedule a consultation and Dr. Hess will see you as soon as possible.
Reasons for Revision Breast Augmentation
Unexpected problems that occur after breast augmentation can often be corrected with a brief revision procedure. Of course, the surgical procedure necessary will vary depending on the reason for your revision. The following are possible reasons to seek a revision breast augmentation:
- Breast implant rippling
- Volume adjustment of saline implants
- Scar revision procedure
- Change in implant size preferences
- Switch from saline to silicone implants
- Areola size reduction
- Noticeable breast asymmetry
- Symmastia
- Nipple ptosis or sagging
- Breast implant displacement
- Breast implant rupture
- Nipple malposition
- Scar tissue surrounding implant
- High riding implants
How Revision Breast Surgery Can Correct Your Problem
Some revision procedures are fairly simple and others (capsular contracture correction for example) are complex. When necessary, the doctor will usually approach your implants through the original incision and do what is needed to resolve the problem. In rare cases where a medical condition or serious problem has occurred, breast implant removal can be performed. Dr. Hess will perform your revision surgery with the goal of ensuring the best aesthetic results possible.
Contact our office in Fairfax, Virginia to learn more about revision breast surgery.