By Dr Chris Davis | Expert plastic surgery for women on London's Harley Street.
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Breast implant exchange sometimes called revision augmentation or changing of implants, replaces existing implants with new ones. Women choose it to change size or shape, to address problems such as rupture or capsular contracture, or simply because their original implants have been in place for many years.
Dr Chris Davis will assess both your implants and the surrounding tissue to recommend the approach most likely to give a lasting result.
The procedure is carried out under general anaesthetic and typically takes around two hours. Existing implants are removed and replaced, usually through the original incision. Where necessary, the capsule of scar tissue is treated or removed at the same time.
Implant exchange is commonly considered by women whose implants have been in place for many years, who want a different size or shape, or who are experiencing hardening, discomfort or concerns about implant integrity.
As with any implant surgery, it is worth understanding that replacement implants are also not lifetime devices, and further procedures may be needed in the future.
At consultation Dr Davis will examine you, review your previous surgery and explain what can realistically be achieved with an exchange.
Most patients go home the same day. Because the implant pocket already exists, recovery is often more comfortable than the original augmentation, though swelling and tightness are still expected initially.
Most patients return to desk-based work within about a week, avoiding strenuous exercise for several weeks. New implants settle into position over the following months.
If you have any questions, feel free to message us on WhatsApp or call us on 07407278400.
The team will be happy to help you.
Yes. You can switch size, shape or implant type, guided by what best suits your anatomy and goals. It's useful to know the implants and surgical technique used in the first procedure, but not essential.
Often yes, though recovery depends on whether additional work — such as a lift or capsule adjustment — is needed.
Many patients choose implant exchange to achieve a more natural or updated look.
In most cases, yes — minimising additional scarring, unless the original scar was via the axilla or areola and a new pocket needs to be created.
Modern implants are long-lasting but not lifetime devices. Regular monitoring is advised.
Yes, this is common and discussed if skin laxity is present.
The starting price is £8,900.
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