“To lose confidence in one’s body is to lose confidence in oneself.” – Simone de Beauvoir
Breast Revision
At times. life’s circumstances may have led you down unexpected paths, but it’s never too late to reclaim your sense of self-worth and embrace the essence of your femininity.
Breast Revision Surgery: Reclaim Your Confidence
Breast revision surgery offers a powerful opportunity to address concerns and refine results from previous breast surgeries. Whether you’ve undergone breast augmentation, breast reconstruction, mastopexy, breast reduction, or even prior breast revision, Dr. Stephenson specializes in helping patients achieve their ideal look. This procedure can resolve aesthetic issues, correct implant positioning, and address complications such as capsular contracture or implant rupture, ultimately allowing you to feel satisfied and confident in your appearance.
Reasons for Breast Revision Surgery
Many women seek breast revision for various reasons, including dissatisfaction with their initial results, changes in body shape, or the natural aging process. Others may experience complications like lateral displacement implants symptoms, abnormal implant position, or the desire to replace silicone implants due to rupture or discomfort. Dr. Stephenson’s meticulous approach ensures that your revision journey is guided by precision and care, delivering results that align with your vision.
Common Issues Addressed in Breast Revision
1. Capsular Contracture
Capsular contracture is one of the most common complications after breast augmentation, causing the implant to feel firm, misshapen, or uncomfortable. Though the exact cause is unknown, it is often linked to bacterial contamination or blood around the implant. Dr. Stephenson’s precise techniques reduce these risks and can significantly improve your breast revision results, restoring a natural and comfortable feel.
2. Implant Deflation or Rupture
Bad breast implants, such as deflated saline or ruptured silicone implants, can alter the appearance and comfort of your breasts. While a saline implant deflation is immediately noticeable, silicone ruptures are often silent but may cause discomfort. Replacing silicone implants or opting for new implants can refresh your look and provide an opportunity to switch sizes, adjust the implant type, or address any additional concerns you may have.
3. Abnormal Implant Position
Incorrect implant placement can lead to an unnatural appearance, such as implants sitting too high, too low, too close together, or too far apart. Common signs include breast asymmetry, bulging, or nipples that appear misaligned. Dr. Stephenson specializes in correcting these issues, creating a balanced and harmonious look with properly positioned implants.
4. Explant Surgery: Removing Your Implants
Explant surgery, or breast implant removal, is often considered when implants no longer meet a patient’s needs or if complications such as increased scar tissue arise. Whether you’re looking to return to a natural breast shape or combine removal with a breast lift, Dr. Stephenson’s advanced techniques minimize breast reduction scars and ensure a smooth, aesthetically pleasing outcome.
Breast Lift Before and After: Achieving the Best Outcome
If you’re considering a breast lift in conjunction with your revision surgery, explore our breast lift before and after gallery to see the stunning results Dr. Stephenson can achieve. By combining breast lift techniques with your revision, you can enhance your breast shape, elevate your profile, and restore a youthful, attractive appearance.
Innovative Solutions for Complex Breast Revision
Dr. Stephenson employs advanced materials like GalaFLEX™, Strattice™, and Alloderm™ to provide additional support and structure in complex breast revision cases:
GalaFLEX™
A revolutionary internal support matrix that acts like an “internal bra,” GalaFLEX™ helps prevent sagging and maintains the shape of your breasts over time. It’s especially beneficial for patients with stretched skin or those undergoing explant surgery, breast lift, or breast reduction.
Strattice™ and Alloderm™
These acellular dermal matrices provide reinforcement and stability, particularly for correcting lateral displacement implants symptoms, capsular contracture, and abnormal positioning. Strattice™, derived from pig skin, and Alloderm™, from human donors, work to reshape and support your breasts, offering an effective solution for challenging revision cases.
Personalized Consultation and Expert Care
Dr. Stephenson is committed to providing a thorough and compassionate approach to breast revision surgery. During your consultation, he will conduct a detailed analysis of your current condition, discussing the best strategies to achieve your desired outcome. Whether you need to address breast reduction scars, replace aging implants, or explore explant surgery, Dr. Stephenson’s expertise ensures that you receive personalized guidance every step of the way.
Trust Dr. Stephenson for Your Breast Revision Surgery
With a reputation for excellence and a focus on patient satisfaction, Dr. Stephenson combines technical skill with an artistic eye to deliver beautiful, natural-looking results. Let Dr. Stephenson help you regain confidence in your appearance through expert breast revision surgery, tailored to meet your unique needs and goals.
Frequently Asked Questions
What happens if a saline implant leaks?
When a saline implant leaks, it deflates gradually, creating a noticeable change. The treatment involves removing and replacing the implant.
Can I switch to a different size or type of implant during revision surgery?
Yes, during revision surgery, you can consider switching to a different size or switching to silicone implants. If you decide to go for a larger implant, the pocket around the implant may need to be enlarged, and the other breast may require surgery to achieve a balanced look.
What form of anesthesia will be used for my procedure?
Most surgeons use general anesthesia for breast reduction surgeries to ensure that the patient doesn’t feel any pain or anxiety.
How long is the recovery after breast revision surgery?
Recovery varies, but typically involves swelling, bruising, and a gradual return to normal activities within 4 to 6 weeks.
Do I need to go to an aftercare facility after my surgery?
In most cases, clients are well enough to go home after breast revision surgery and do not need to go to an aftercare facility. However, some patients may choose to go to an aftercare facility if they do not have someone to watch over them the night of surgery or if their home environment is not conducive to relaxation and recovery. Dr. Stephenson has a vetted list of aftercare facilities for his clients.
How painful is the recovery?
Most clients describe the recovery period as moderately painful. Clients may experience pressure and muscle spasms, but the pain is typically not severe. Pain gradually builds up, so if you start feeling uncomfortable, taking a pain medication as prescribed by Dr. Stephenson will help alleviate the discomfort.
When do the stitches need to be removed?
For breast revision surgery the stitches will dissolve on their own.
When can I drive?
You can drive when you are off all narcotic pain medication and feel totally unrestricted by your discomfort such that you could make any movement you might need to safely drive your car. The timeline is different for each client. Dr. Stephenson typically recommends 2 weeks after surgery.
When can I resume exercise?
We suggest you wait a minimum of 4-6 weeks to be sure that everything is healed. There is always a chance of causing bleeding if you start much before that time. When you start, listen to your body. You will be a little out of condition and a bit sore. But you will get back to where you were before surgery very quickly.
What happens if a silicone implant ruptures?
If a silicone implant ruptures, it is contained within the breast pocket. Sometimes silicone rupture is associated with discomfort, but often it is silent. The treatment involves removing and replacing the implant.
What are the consequences of improperly positioned breast implants?
Improperly positioned breast implants can result in an unnatural appearance. If the implant is too high, there will be a bulge at the upper part of the breast and the nipple may droop. If the implants are too close together, it may cause the breasts to appear joined together. Placing the implants too low can result in an empty upper breast and upwardly tipped nipples. If the implants are positioned too far apart, cleavage may be lacking, and the nipples may point inward.
Will I have scars after breast revision surgery?
Healed surgical incisions are predictable after surgery. Dr. Stephenson tries to use previously healed incisions to perform revision surgery. Occasionally additional incisions are necessary to achieve the best outcome. Scarring leading to poor aesthetic outcome can occur, but skilled incision techniques are used to minimize the possibility.
What should I bring with me on the day of surgery?
Detailed instructions will be provided to you after you have scheduled your surgery. The bra you will need to wear after surgery will be provided to you. On the day of surgery, it’s recommended to wear a comfortable sweatshirt top that you can easily zip on and off.
What will my post-operative appointment schedule?
Dr. Stephenson wants to see everyone 48 hours after surgery to be sure that everything is okay. We offer patients frequent visits thereafter, usually at one week, one month, six months, one year, and yearly thereafter. But some clients will come more frequently, some less frequently. We do not charge for these visits. Some clients have little questions they want answered, and other clients feel fine on their own. But he is always available for a patient who wants to come in. It is not uncommon for breast revision surgery clients to have a “spitting stitch” or a small area here or there of delayed healing that he will need to see. So, the visits are more on an “on or if-needed” basis than anything specific.
When can I shower/take a bath?
You can take a shower the day after surgery. You should wait about three weeks before taking a bath so that your incisions are somewhat healed.
How soon can I go to work?
When you feel ready to do your job is highly individualized. So long as your work doesn’t involve straining and heavy lifting, you can expect to be back to work after no later than 2 weeks. Some people go back even sooner, and many work from home 3-4 days after surgery.
When can I travel by airplane?
Long air travel (greater than 1 and ½ hours) should be avoided during the first 4 weeks after surgery to reduce the rare possible of a blood forming in the legs during air travel. Oher issues involved have to do with the difficulty of getting through airports these days, and whether you are going somewhere where there is a plastic surgeon to look after you or should you have questions or problems or just need to be looked at by an experienced doctor. These issues are usually very individualized, and you should discuss them with Dr. Stephenson.
Will I get a phone call from the doctor on the night of my surgery?
Dr. Stephenson will personally call you on the night of your surgery. He will also provide you with his personal cell phone and email address so that you can reach him directly if needed.
