Breast implant revision
in Torrance.
Your implants may no longer suit your goals, or your breasts may have changed since augmentation. Meet with a board-certified plastic surgeon at Adonis to understand your options and build a plan around the concern you want to address.
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What would you like to improve?
Breast implant revision may change the implant, address surrounding tissues, or combine more than one correction. The right approach depends on the cause of the concern. [1]
Change implant size or type
Implant exchange can change volume, dimensions, or the implant used. The decision should account for the existing breast tissue and pocket, not just a different number of cubic centimeters.
Correct a change in position
An implant that sits too low, too far to the side, or differently from the other breast needs an examination of the pocket and surrounding support.
Address uneven breasts
Differences can come from implant position, breast tissue, or the chest wall. Understanding the cause helps define the improvement that may be achievable.
Evaluate firmness or discomfort
Tightening of the scar capsule can make a breast firm, distorted, or painful. Assessment comes before deciding which capsule or implant treatment is appropriate.
Investigate implant integrity
A deflated saline implant or concern about silicone rupture needs medical evaluation. Silicone rupture can be silent; ultrasound or MRI may be part of the assessment.
Reconsider breast shape
Breast tissue and skin can change over time. Changing the implant alone may not address sagging; a breast lift may be discussed as part of the plan.
Implant complications and changes in appearance need an individualized assessment. [6]
A different implant is only part of the decision.
Replacing an implant can change size or style. It does not automatically resolve every concern about breast shape. Your existing skin, breast tissue, and implant position matter when comparing the options. [1]
If the breast also needs lifting, the plan may include a breast lift. If you no longer want implants, consider removal without replacement as a separate path.
Smaller, larger, or a different style?
Discuss the proportions you want and what your tissues can support. A large size change can create different demands on the breast envelope and pocket.
A concern about the capsule?
The scar capsule may need release or removal when indicated. The recommendation depends on the findings; capsule removal is not automatically part of every implant exchange. [6]
Define the concern. Then build the plan.
Be candid about symptoms, prior surgery, and what you hope will change. Your surgeon examines your implants and discusses the expected benefit and limitations of another operation. [2]
You can request a consultation at Adonis. Bring your implant card, operative report, or imaging if available. The examination and care required determine whether treatment at our facility is appropriate.
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Describe the concern
Explain what has changed, when you noticed it, and what you would like to keep or change about your breasts.
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Review health and prior surgery
Discuss previous operations, medical conditions, allergies, medicines, supplements, and nicotine use. Share implant details and available records.
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Examine the breast and implant
Your surgeon assesses your current breasts and reviews whether further tests or imaging are needed before recommending treatment.
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Compare options and tradeoffs
Review the proposed correction, scars, likely outcome, risks, recovery, and alternatives. A staged plan or no further surgery may be recommended.
Is now the right time for revision?
A concern about your implants is a starting point. Your health, weight stability, nicotine use, and expectations also influence surgical candidacy. [10]
Your surgeon should explain whether further healing, medical evaluation, or a different approach is needed before an elective correction.
Bring what you know.
- Your implant card or the manufacturer, size, and fill if known.
- Dates of augmentation and any previous revision or lift.
- Available operative reports and recent implant imaging.
- A list of medicines, supplements, allergies, and medical conditions.
- Your main priorities for size, shape, comfort, or implant preference.
Ask the team how to provide medical records securely before your visit.
An operation tailored to the correction.
Your anesthesia and incision plan depend on the procedures involved. An existing scar may be used, while a lift can require additional incisions. [3]
Implant exchange
An existing implant is removed and, when replacement is planned, a new implant is selected for the agreed goals and anatomy.
Capsule or pocket correction
Treatment may involve the scar capsule or the position of the implant. Your surgeon explains what work is indicated and why.
Breast-shape correction
When the breast tissue or skin also needs repositioning, a lift may be included. Combining or staging procedures is an individualized decision.
Scars and expected results
Ask where incisions will be placed and what may remain after surgery. Swelling initially obscures the result, and further surgery can sometimes be necessary.
Discuss the tradeoffs before another operation.
Risks can include bleeding, infection, fluid collection, delayed healing, changes in sensation, persistent pain, unfavorable scars, asymmetry, anesthesia complications, and blood clots. Your surgeon reviews the risks relevant to the proposed revision. [5]
Replacement implants still require ongoing monitoring. Implants are not lifetime devices, and another procedure may be needed in the future. Review the manufacturer’s patient information and decision checklist with your surgeon. [7]
Recover according to the operation you had.
Implant exchange, capsule surgery, pocket repair, and a combined lift can involve different restrictions. Ask for instructions that match your actual revision. [4]
Incisions and support
You receive instructions for wound care, medicines, dressings, a support garment, and any drains used in your case.
Work, driving and lifting
Discuss your daily activities before surgery. Ask when each can resume and what help or transportation you will need.
Scheduled follow-up
Keep the planned visits and contact the team about concerns rather than waiting for the next appointment. Recovery instructions explain the changes to watch for.
Settling and scar maturation
Swelling can mask the early result. Softness, sensation, and scars change at different rates; ask when your result can be meaningfully assessed.
There is no guaranteed result or universal recovery deadline. Individual healing can take longer than expected. [8]
Price the revision you actually need.
Adonis publishes a planning range of $12,500 to $17,000 for implant removal plus replacement. This is not a universal price for breast implant revision. [9]
Capsule surgery, implant position correction, replacement devices, a breast lift, anesthesia, and facility requirements can change the scope and final quote.
View the current Adonis pricing guideBefore you decide.
Use these questions to prepare for a conversation about your implants, your priorities, and the correction being considered.
What is the difference between implant exchange and revision?
Implant exchange replaces an existing implant. Revision is a broader term that may also involve the surrounding capsule, the pocket, breast position, a lift, or removal without replacement.
Can I make my implants smaller?
Downsizing can be discussed. The amount of remaining breast tissue, stretched skin, and implant support influences the plan. A smaller implant may need pocket adjustment or a lift rather than an exchange alone.
Will I need a breast lift?
An implant changes volume; a lift addresses the skin envelope and breast position. Your examination determines whether changing the implant is enough or whether lifting should also be considered.
Must breast implants be replaced after ten years?
There is no automatic replacement deadline that applies to everyone. Implants are not lifetime devices. Their condition, symptoms, monitoring, and your goals guide the discussion about another operation.
Can I have my implants removed without replacement?
Removal without replacement is an option to discuss. Breast shape afterward depends on the remaining tissue and skin. Your surgeon can explain whether removal alone or a further breast-shape correction fits your goals.
Will the original incision be used?
Sometimes, but access depends on the work required. An exchange may use an existing incision, while a lift or more extensive correction can require additional scars.
How long is breast implant revision recovery?
It depends on the operation. Ask for a written plan for incision care, support garments, any drains, follow-up visits, work, driving, lifting, and exercise. Your surgeon’s instructions take priority over a generic timeline.
Can you evaluate implants placed by another surgeon?
You can request an evaluation after augmentation elsewhere. Bring any implant card, operative report, or imaging you have. Case acceptance and treatment depend on your examination and the care required.
How much does breast implant revision cost in Torrance?
Adonis publishes a planning range of $12,500 to $17,000 for implant removal plus replacement. It is not a universal revision price. Capsule work, pocket repair, implant choice, and a lift can change the scope and quote.
When should a change around an implant be checked?
New or persistent swelling, a lump, pain, or a change in breast shape should be assessed by a healthcare professional. Seek prompt care for redness, fever, or drainage rather than waiting for a routine cosmetic consultation.
Revision planning and follow-up close to home.
Adonis Plastic Surgery is at 2557 Pacific Coast Highway in Torrance. Our team provides consultations for patients from Redondo Beach, Palos Verdes, Manhattan Beach, El Segundo, Long Beach, and neighboring South Bay communities.
Know the team behind your care.
Dr. Shana S. Kalaria and Dr. Joshua Jacobson are certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. Surgical care at Adonis takes place in a QUAD A-accredited outpatient facility, with a team supporting preparation and follow-up.
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A clearer understanding.
A revision plan that fits you.
Tell us what you would like to change about your implants or breast shape. Request a private consultation in Torrance to discuss the options, limitations, and next steps.
2557 Pacific Coast Highway · Torrance, CA 90505
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Medical sources & further reading
- ASPS: Breast Implant Revision
- ASPS: Revision Consultation
- ASPS: Revision Procedure Steps
- ASPS: Revision Recovery
- ASPS: Revision Risks and Safety
- FDA: Breast Implant Risks and Complications
- FDA: Things to Consider Before Breast Implant Surgery
- ASPS: Revision Results
- Adonis: Published Surgery Planning Ranges
- ASPS: Revision Candidates
References support general education. They do not predict your result or replace an individualized examination.