Breast Revision Surgery: Why, When, and How We Fix Problems
Breast augmentation has a high satisfaction rate, but some patients experience results that change over time or do not feel right. Breast revision surgery addresses these concerns and offers solutions when problems arise.
In this video, Dr. Dimitri Koumanis explains when breast revision surgery is needed, why issues can occur, and how modern techniques allow for effective correction. The full video transcription is included below.
Video Transcription
Breast augmentation has one of the highest satisfaction rates in plastic surgery. But not every patient ends up happy with the result the first time. If you’ve had breast surgery and something doesn’t look or feel right, you’re not alone. Today, I want to talk honestly about breast revision surgery, when it’s needed, why it happens, and how we safely and effectively fix problems.
My name is Dr. Koumanis. I am here at Saratoga Springs Plastic Surgery, and breast revision surgery is a significant part of what we do. Many patients come to us feeling frustrated or discouraged. But the good news is that most issues can be corrected with the right approach.
So what is breast revision surgery? It’s any procedure performed to improve or correct the results of a previous breast surgery. That may include replacing implants, adjusting implant position, correcting asymmetry, or addressing changes that occurred over time. Revision surgery is not a failure. It’s a solution.
Common reasons patients need revision surgery. There are several common reasons women seek breast revision. These include implants that are too large or too small. Implants sitting too high, too low or unevenly. Visible rippling or unnatural shape. Capsular contracture where scar tissue tightens around the implant and implant rupture or deflation. Changes after pregnancy, weight loss or aging. Sometimes the issue was present early on. Other times it develops gradually over years.
So even with good surgery, problems sometimes happen. It’s important to understand that not all revisions are due to poor surgery. The body changes, tissue, stretch, gravity, hormones, and life events all affect breast shape over time. Additionally, older implant technology or outdated techniques may not age as well as modern approaches.
We assess implant type, placement, capsule quality, breast tissue, skin elasticity, and your goals. Every revision is customized because no two situations are the same. The key is identifying the root cause of the problem before planning the solution.
So how do we fix the common breast surgery problems? Depending on the issue, revision surgery may involve changing implant size or type, adjusting implant position, releasing or removing scar tissue, adding internal support, combining revision with a breast lift to restore shape and position. Modern implant technology and advanced techniques allow us to achieve more natural, stable, and long-lasting results than ever before.
So, what should patients expect for revision surgery? Revision surgery is often more detailed than primary augmentation, but when done thoughtfully, it can be incredibly rewarding. Most patients feel a sense of relief, finally having breasts that look and feel right for their body.
So, if you’ve had breast surgery and you’re unhappy with the results, know this. options exist. Breast revision surgery can correct problems, restore balance, and help you feel confident again. If you’re considering revision, schedule a consultation with me, Dr. Dimitri Koumanis, at saratogspringsaplasticsurgery.com. Thank you.
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