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Plastic Surgeon Dr. Azouz Discusses Implant Revision and Replacement in Dallas

A breast augmentation can give life-long results with implants that last decades. Many patients retain their original implants without a revision or replacement. Some patients have an excellent augmentation but decide years later that they desire a change in size, type or shape for their breast implants.

What is an Implant Revision and Replacement?

Implant revision and replacement is a plastic surgery procedure performed after a breast augmentation to modify cosmetically enhanced breasts. The procedure is similar to primary breast augmentation, however, the old implant is removed and scar tissue removed before replacement with a new implant. Other techniques like a breast lift or liposuction might also be used to achieve optimal results.

When is an Implant Revision and Replacement Needed?

Many patients seek Dallas plastic surgeon Dr. Azouz for his expertise in breast augmentation to create a revised beautiful breast. Patients who are unhappy with their breast augmentation performed elsewhere seek revision and replacement for many reasons including:

Asymmetry
Capsular contracture
Malposition
Deflation
Sagging (bottoming out)

Dr. Azouz can improve the look and feel of the breast with quick recovery, without drains, and with minimal pain.

How Breast Implant Revision Can Help:

To correct deflation, sagging, scarring, and asymmetry, Dr. Azouz restores the breast by performing a variety of techniques. This can involve a variety of procedures including:

breast lift
implant replacement with a different type, size, or shape
total capsulectomy (removal of scar tissue)
liposuction (removal of side boob or axillary breast tissue)
removal of ruptured breast implants and silicone granuloma

Over time, implants may rupture. Ruptures have different symptoms for saline, silicone, or cohesive gel breast implants. Although rare, women should be aware of the signs of an implant leak or rupture. If a rupture is suspected, most patients desire the implant to be removed and replaced right away.

Signs and Symptoms of an Implant Rupture:

Saline implants:

Quick deflation
Breast change in size or symmetry
Swelling
Pain

Silicone implants:

Slow deflation
Breast change in size or symmetry
Hard spots
Capsules
Swollen lymph nodes
Swelling
Pain

Silicone is not absorbed by the body, so detection of a rupture isn’t as noticeable as saline. This is the primary reason the FDA advises patients to receive an MRI evaluation every other year after treatment.

Dr. Azouz’s advanced knowledge and techniques, restore the natural and full breast appearance, even after an implant rupture.

Capsular Contracture

Capsular contracture occurs when the tissue surrounding the implant becomes firm, tight, or thick, causing the breast to become hard and sometimes discomforting. If a patient suffers from capsular contracture, they often see deformities or rippling of their breast. Although capsular contractures aren’t fully understood, Dr. Azouz uses advanced breast surgery techniques to decrease the chances of this from occurring. To correct capsular contracture, Dr. Azouz generally removes the implant and capsule altogether (breast implant total explantation) or uses new techniques to manipulate the capsule and reduce the contracture.

Schedule a Consultation

If you have any problems with your breast implants or are unsatisfied with a previous breast augmentation, please call our office to schedule a consultation with Dr. Azouz. Patients fly to Dallas from all over the United States and country for Dr. Azouz to perform revision and replacement of breast implants. He can help restore your breasts to their perkier, younger, and enhanced appearance once more. For more information, contact us at 972-702-8888.

Breast Implant Revision and Replacement FAQs

Is breast implant revision painful?

Breast implant surgery is not generally a painful surgery when performed by Dr. Azouz. Dr. Azouz utilizes specialized local anesthetic blocks, compression garments and performs drainless breast implant revision.

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WHAT PATIENTS ARE SAYING

“A huuuuuuge thanks to Dr. Azouz and the wonderful job he did on my laser resurfacing. I felt like a million bucks on my wedding day and I couldn't have achieved that level of confidence without him! So grateful!” - Katie

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