Breast Revision in Ohio

Breast revision corrects, refines, or updates the results of a previous breast surgery. Whether your body has changed over time, you’re experiencing implant-related concerns, or your aesthetic goals have evolved, our board-certified surgeons create a treatment plan tailored to your anatomy and long-term well-being.

What Is Breast Revision?

Update

Previous Results

Refine or adjust earlier breast surgery to better match your goals.

Address

Implant Concerns

Treat issues such as capsular contracture, implant rupture, or shifting.

Restore

Natural Balance

Restore proportions that complement your body today.

Is Breast Revision Right for Me?

Choosing to undergo a secondary procedure is a personal decision. During your consultation, your surgeon will evaluate your current anatomy, review the details of your previous surgery, and listen to your concerns.

Good Candidates for Breast Revision

Desire a change in breast size or wish to switch implant materials
Experience physical pain or breast firmness due to capsular contracture (hardened scar tissue)
Notice your implants have shifted, bottomed out, or moved from their original position.
Have a confirmed or suspected implant rupture or deflation
Wish to have your implants permanently removed to return to your natural tissue

How It Works

Implant Exchange

Replacing existing implants with a different size, shape, or material.

Scar Tissue Management

Removing or treating scar tissue when capsular contracture is present.

Pocket Reconstruction

Adjusting the implant pocket to improve position and symmetry.

Breast Reshaping

Combining revision with a breast lift or contouring procedure when additional support is needed.

Common Breast Revision Options

Your health goals will help determine the surgical technique used. Your surgeon will recommend the approach that provides the safest and most effective correction.

Implant Exchange

How it works: Removes the original implants and replaces them with new ones.

Best for: Patients seeking a size change or updating older implant materials (e.g., swapping saline for silicone).

Explant Surgery
(Total En Bloc Capsulectomy)

How it works: Removes the implant along with the surrounding scar tissue capsule when appropriate.

Best for: Patients experiencing painful capsular contracture or a ruptured silicone implant.

Symmetry Procedures

How it works: Adjusts the size, shape, or position of one or both breasts to create a more balanced appearance

Best for: Patients looking to improve breast symmetry

Pocket Adjustment

How it works: Reshapes the internal pocket holding the implant using internal sutures or biological mesh

Best for: Patients whose implants have shifted or displaced laterally

Revision with Breast Lift

How it works: Reduces scar tissue and reshapes the breast mound; can be combined with dermal fillers, a lift, or augmentation

Best for: Patients experiencing natural sagging (ptosis) due to weight loss, pregnancy, or aging

Recovery Timeline

First Few Days

Swelling, tightness, and mild discomfort are expected. You’ll wear a supportive surgical bra and must avoid strenuous activity.

Weeks 1-2

Many patients return to light daily activities and desk work as healing progresses.

Weeks 2-6

Your surgeon will gradually clear you for exercise and increased activity.

Following Months

Swelling continues to improve as your breasts settle into their updated shape and scars continue to mature. Your scars typically continue to fade and become less noticeable over time.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know if I need breast revision surgery?

Revision may be appropriate if you’ve noticed changes in your implants, breast shape, comfort, or symmetry, or if your aesthetic goals have changed since your original surgery.

Should I remove or replace my implants?

This is your decision to make. Full removal requires certainty, but your board-certified surgeon can advise you or recommend a better implant model.

Will I experience nipple pain or extra sensitivity?

If you have a breast lift, it is possible. In very rare cases, the incision can damage nerves, resulting in numbness or oversensitivity.

Will my recovery be more painful than my first surgery?

Discomfort levels vary based on the techniques used. A straightforward implant exchange often involves a recovery similar to or easier than the original surgery. However, if your procedure requires extensive scar tissue removal or pocket adjustment, you may experience more tightness and a slightly longer healing period.

Do I have to get new implants during a revision?

No. Many patients choose to have their implants permanently removed. If you choose explantation, your surgeon may recommend combining the removal with a breast lift or fat transfer to ensure an aesthetically pleasing, natural contour once the implant volume is gone.

Can my original scars be used?

In many cases, your surgeon can access the breast tissue through the incisions from your primary surgery, preventing new scars. If your revision requires a breast lift or complex pocket correction, you may need additional precise incisions.

Schedule a Consultation

If you’re considering breast revision, we’re here to help you move forward with confidence. Schedule a consultation to discuss your goals and create a personalized treatment plan.