Replacement of Breast Implants
Breast implant revision surgery in Brisbane is a procedure that refers to the removal and replacement of breast implants. The most common reason for breast implant revision surgery is to increase implant size. Women may also seek breast revision surgery to address post-operative complications such as capsular contracture, breast implant rupture, breast implant rippling or breast implant bottoming-out. In addition, a patient may require a revision include incorrect implant placement, incorrect implant choice, or asymmetry from previous surgery. Dr. Richardson performs many breast revisions for patients who are dissatisfied with their breasts after their initial surgery, are experiencing complications or just want to have a different sized implant.
Any surgical or invasive procedure carries risks. Before proceeding, you should seek a second opinion from an appropriately qualified health practitioner
What is a breast implant revision?
Breast implant revision surgery involves the removal and replacement of breast implants. Dr. Richardson performs breast implant revision in numerous ways to address the concerns of each patient. Due to the variety of concerns that may be present, Dr. Richardson has a wide variety of techniques and procedures that can be utilised to perform a breast implant revision. Oftentimes he alters the shape and changes the implant pocket for more suitable results. Dr. Richardson performs his surgical technique according to the anatomy, concerns, and goals of each breast revision patient in Brisbane. For example, for patients with breast implant bottoming-out, Dr. Richardson may perform a dermal flap procedure. For patients who are having a revision for capsular contracture however, Dr. Richardson may break down the scar tissue and take extra measures to prevent reoccurrence.
With revisional breast surgery, Dr. Philip Richardson can address the results of a previous surgery so that the patient’s aesthetic goals are more closely met. If you have previously undergone breast augmentation mammoplasty and believe that you require a breast implant removal and replacement, contact Brisbane Plastic & Cosmetic Surgery.
We are sensitive to the fact that revision patients may be dissatisfied with their previous procedure or have suffered complications. You can rest assured that Dr. Richardson and our team will take every precaution to ensure your health and satisfaction. We offer our patients long-term follow-up and lifetime care and support with zero out-of-pocket expenses because we strive to provide ongoing exceptional care to our patients.
The outcomes shown are only relevant for this patient and do not necessarily reflect the results other patients may experience, as results may vary due to many factors including the individual’s genetics, diet and exercise.
Breast Implant Revision Surgeon Brisbane
Dr. Richardson has performed over 8,000 breast procedures in the past decade. Dr Richardson tailors his surgical techniques to each individual patient, while using the most trusted and up-to-date surgical techniques for patients.
Breast Implant Revision Costs
Breast implant revision is a cosmetic procedure. For a quote for breast implant revision in Brisbane and more information about available consultation dates, click here. In the past, Medicare provided a rebate for revision procedures however this has been revoked in recent years. In some rare instances however, there are rebates available for congenital conditions, or specific reasons for initial surgery. You can contact us to find out more about these circumstances.
Before and After Replacement of Breast Implants
You can view our breast implant revision gallery here. You will find before and after photos to help you make an informed decision. In addition, you can view real patient photos and content on our Instagram. We post daily to Instagram and have hundreds of patients that share their journey and photos on this platform.
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