When Will My Breast Implants
Need To Be Replaced?

The main reason to replace a saline breast implant is a deflation. This would be recognized by a gradual decrease in breast size over days or weeks. This does not represent a health risk as the saline solution is absorbed by the body harmlessly. Other indications for replacement would be to change breast size or for a complication such as positional asymmetry, capsular contracture, or visible rippling. Rupture of a silicone gel breast implant may or may not be clinically evident. If this were to occur replacement may be recommended.

In general, the risk of implant rupture or failure increases over time. Although modern breast implants are durable and log lasting, it is probable that at some point in your lifetime reoperation with implant replacement may be necessary. Because current silicone gel implants hold their shape better in the event of a rupture, the FDA recommends occasional MRI exams to make sure your implants have not ruptured.

To learn more about our many breast augmentation services, please contact experienced Philadelphia plastic surgeon Dr. David Bottger today to schedule your initial consultation. We serve patients in Philadelphia, Bryn Mawr, and West Chester, Newtown Square, Pennsylvania.

Additional questions:
Breast Augmentation Surgery
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Breast Implant Incision Options
Where will the incision be placed for my breast augmentation?
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Breast Augmentation Recovery
Following breast implant surgery, how long is recovery?
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Should I be concerned that the breast implants will rupture?
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