Breast Implant Exchange FAQs
What Is A Breast Implant Exchange?
A breast implant exchange is a great procedure if you want to change the size, shape, position, or symmetry provided by your existing implants. To do this, your surgeon will reopen the pocket using the same incision as your first surgery and remove your existing implants. Then, they will place silicone or saline-filled implant either above or below the muscle, to give you your desired shape and size.
| Duration of surgery | Typically between 1 - 1.5 hours |
|---|---|
| Time Out Of Work | 1 week |
| Activity Restrictions | No cardiovascular activity or heavy lifting (>5lbs) for 4-6 weeks after surgery |
| Results Timetable | Enhancement: Immediate 70% Swelling reduction: 4 - 6 weeks Full Settling and recovery: 3 - 6 months |
| Anesthesia | General |
| BMI requirement | Must have a BMI of 40 or lower |
| Price | Unlock here |
Is Breast Implant Exchange Performed Under Local Or General Anesthesia?
Breast implant exchange surgery is performed under general anesthesia and the procedure typically lasts between 60-90 minutes.
Who Is A Candidate For A Breast Implant Exchange?
Patients who identify with the following may be a good candidate for a breast implant exchange. However, the only way to determine your candidacy for surgery is to meet with a plastic surgeon during a consultation:
A ruptured implant that needs to be replaced
Desire to increase or decrease the current size of your implants
Desire to correct the asymmetry of your breasts
Not currently breastfeeding
No medical conditions that will impair healing
Non-smoker or willing to quit smoking 6 weeks before and after surgery
How Long Is Breast Implant Exchange Recovery?
Usually, patients are able to return to work one week after surgery. However, patients must avoid cardiovascular activity and cannot lift anything above 5 lbs for about 4 - 6 weeks after surgery or until they’ve been cleared by their plastic surgeon.
It is important to understand that each patient is unique and your recovery time can depend on a variety of factors.
Enhancement: Immediate
70% Swelling reduction: 4 - 6 weeks
Full settling and recovery: 3 - 6 months
If you’re interested in booking a consultation with one of our talented breast implant exchange plastic surgeons in Orlando, FL, we offer both virtual and in-person consultations where you will receive an evaluation, discuss your goals, ask any questions you may have, and then receive an exact quote along with financing information. To book your consultation, call us at (407) 377-5438 or fill out our online form here and a patient concierge will be in contact with you.