BREAST REVISION – FLEMING ISLAND, FL*

Every year, many women in the Fleming Island area make the decision to have breast augmentation surgery with implants. Commonly, women are thrilled with their augmentation results, however, some patients may decide to have the implants removed or replaced. At Fleming Island Plastic Surgery, Dr. William Wallace performs breast revision surgery to correct, remove or restore an existing implant that is causing issues such as rupture or leaking, or is no longer cosmetically wanted or desirable. Since silicone implants are a manmade product, over time, the implants may need to be refreshed, especially in women who have had them in place for more than a decade. Dr. Wallace is readily available to assist you in your breast revision, no matter the reason.

There are various circumstances as to why a woman may decide to undergo breast revision surgery. The most common reasons are listed below.

Patients who wish to have their implants replaced will undergo a procedure where an exchange of one or both implants may occur. These revision surgeries are generally straightforward. If scar tissue does exist around the implant, an additional step will be taken to remove this. Some patients may require a breast lift during the revision surgery. In addition, a tissue matrix device known as a strattice may be used if added support is needed. The goal of the revision process is to resolve or overcome issues in a way that satisfies the patient’s aesthetic goals. 

Breast revision surgery is performed under general anesthesia as an outpatient procedure in an accredited surgical facility. The ease of recovery will depend on exactly what was being done during the revision process. Most women are able to resume their normal work activities after a full week of rest. Exercise will be a gradual process. It may take up to a full year for the scars to begin to fade and for the newly revised breast or chest area to look and feel natural.