How do I know if my breast implant
needs to be replaced?

Do Breast Implants Have to be Replaced?

Breast implant, also known as breast prosthesis, is an operation to change the size and shape of the breasts. It is preferred by people who are dissatisfied with their body appearance and want to achieve a more ideal appearance. Breast implants can change shape over time; over time, the life of the prosthesis is exhausted or it can be done due to changes in aesthetic tastes. So, how do you know when breast implants need to be replaced? Here are a few tips...

Changes in Shape and Size

Breast implants may undergo unexpected deformations in shape and size over time. The shape of the implants deforms and causes an undesirable appearance. Defects that may occur for various reasons are detected by a doctor's control. It is an indication that breast implants need to be renewed. 

Fluctuations

Ripples, called “rippling”, are the folds created by the implants on the skin surface. Implants cause an undesirable appearance. The cause can be determined by doctor control. This may be caused by capsular contracture or displacement of the implants. Fluctuations can be corrected by replacing the breast implants.

Tearing and Leaks

A breast implant that is worn out or damaged over time can rupture and the substances inside can leak into the body. This can be easily recognized in saline implants, but it is difficult to detect leakage in silicone implants. Doctor controls should be done regularly and if such a situation is experienced, treatment should be started by having an MRI. Unwanted leaks are among the signs that implants need to be replaced.

Pain and Pain Sensation

Pain and soreness in breast implants can be caused by many reasons. Especially if there is tenderness and pain in the chest area, complications that may occur are first evaluated and then the treatment process is initiated. Breast implants can be removed as a result of this condition that requires a doctor's control.

Lifetime of the implant

Even if the medical equipment designed for breast implants have different features from each other, all breast prostheses are designed to be used between 10-15 years. Implants that have completed their lifespan should be renewed and the appearance should be refreshed. More detailed information can be found in the article titled “Breast implant lifetime”.

Capsule Contracture

Implants should be replaced after 10-15 years. Depending on the person and the implants used in the surgery, a hard scar tissue can form around the implant after the end of the usage period. When this manifests itself with pain and deformities, it can be understood that the implants need to be replaced.

Aesthetic Reasons

People who have had breast surgery and whose aesthetic tastes have changed over time can have their implants renewed to achieve the look of their dreams. Age, pregnancy or weight changes can cause changes in the implants. In such cases, the breasts can be reshaped.

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