Implant Exchange

Replacing existing breast implants with new ones, with capsule surgery or a lift added when needed.
Body Location
Breast
Anaesthesia Type
General Anaesthetic
Where It's Done
Netcare Milpark Hospital Breast Centre, Johannesburg
Typical Recovery
Approximately 2–4 weeks; longer if combined with a breast lift or extensive capsule surgery.
Procedure Duration
1–3 hours

At a glance

Overview

What is a Implant Exchange?

The Procedure

What does the procedure involve?

Removes existing breast implants and replaces them with new implants, with additional capsule surgery, pocket adjustment or a lift performed when necessary. The exact approach depends on the condition of the existing implants and the desired result.

Candidacy

Who is a suitable candidate?

Patients with existing breast implants who require or want replacement because of implant age, rupture, capsular problems, changes in breast shape, dissatisfaction with the current implant or a planned change in implant size or type.

Related Cosmetic Surgery Procedures

Scar Revision (Face, Body, Breast, Limbs)

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Implant Exchange