Breast Implant Revamp™ — Removal & Replacement Surgery OVERVIEW
Breast implants are not considered to be lifetime devices, which means that additional surgeries can be expected in order to replace them over time. Implant removal and replacement surgery is a procedure to remove your old implants and replace them with new ones. Your body may have changed shape and size since you had your implants fitted, so getting them replaced is an ideal opportunity to make your breasts look more proportionate with your body once again.
It might be that you want to change the type of implants used to get the look that you desire; which may include choosing a different implant shape (round / tear-drop), implant profile (low / moderate / high), a bigger or smaller implant size, a different implant brand with the latest silicone device technology, or combining the removal and replacement breast augmentation surgery together with a breast lift (mastopexy). There is no set time limit as to when you will need to replace your implants. The general rule is, if you aren’t having any problems with your implants, and your breasts are soft and in good shape, leave them alone! After you have had your implants for a while, it is advisable to schedule routine check ups with your surgeon to ensure that your implants are intact.
Performed by a qualified and substantially experienced plastic and reconstructive surgeon.
Operated in our fully licensed & accredited private hospitals in Sydney NSW and Queensland.
Conducted under general anaesthesia administered by a specialist anaesthetist.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What type of implants do you use?
Silicone gel filled implants are most commonly used in breast augmentation surgery at Esteem Aesthetics. They contain a gel which is usually termed ‘cohesive’. We use:
Mentor implants, Nagor implants and Motiva implants
Smooth, microtextured and nano textured implants
Round and tear-dropped (anatomical) shaped implants
A wide range of different projected implants (commonly called profiles; example include: high profile, extra high profile, moderate profile, and low profile)
A complete range of implant sizes
What type of anaesthetic do you use?
Esteem Aesthetics plastic surgeons performs all breast implant removal and replacement surgeries under general anaesthetic administered by a specialist anaesthetist. The surgery is performed at a private accredited hospital. It is usually conducted as a day only procedure. Sometimes, depending on the patient’s health, or complexity of the procedure, your surgeon may advise you to stay overnight in the hospital. Drains may or may not be used.
What are the risks?
At your consultation, the risks and complications associated with breast implant removal and replacement surgery will be discussed with you in detail. Prior to undergoing surgery, you must have a detailed understanding of the risks and complications. General risks of surgery include: bruising, bleeding, infection, anaesthetic risks, and scarring. Breast implant removal and replacement related risks include: Capsular contracture, fluid accumulation around the implant pocket, numbness, displacement of implants, animation of implants, rotation of implants (if tear drop implants are used), rippling, wrinkling, need for secondary surgery, asymmetry, and more.
PRICING & AVAILABILITY
How much does it cost?
1. Removal and Replacement of Implants
The cost of a straight forward removal and replacement of implants is between $8990 to $10,900.
Fee includes the Surgeon’s fee, anaesthetist fee, hospital theatre and bed fee and the cost of implants based on a straight forward case.
Straight forward meaning, there is no rupture of implants, you do not have capsular contracture grade 3 or 4 and you do not have polyurethane coated implants.
We will require a recent ultrasound or MRI report of both breasts to rule out any rupture. You can organise to have this done through your local GP. We also request you bring in your current implant ID card, this would help us rule out if you have polyurethane coated implants. This ID card would have been given to you at this time of your first surgery. It will have details of the implants such as Brand, Style, Size ,Serial Numbers. If you have misplaced this information, please contact your primary doctor or the hospital you were operated at.
2. Removal and Replacement of Implants combined with a Mastopexy (Breast Lift)
Fr $16,500 to $19,500
Fee includes the surgeon’s fee, anaesthetist fee, hospital theatre and bed fee, the cost of implants, Keller Funnel, Post surgery compression bra.
We will require a recent ultrasound or MRI report of both breasts to rule out any rupture. You can organise to have this done through your local GP. We also request you bring in your current implant ID card, this will help us rule out if you have polyurethane coated implants. This ID card would have been given to you at this time of your first surgery. It will have details of the implants such as Brand, Style, Size, Serial Numbers. If you have misplaced this information, please contact your primary doctor or the hospital you were operated at.
3. Removal of Implants combined with a Mastopexy (Breast Lift)
$15,500* to $19,900*
Fee includes the doctor’s fee, anaesthetist fee, hospital theatre and bed fee, Post surgery compression bra and your follow up consultations in the first year.
We will require a recent ultrasound or MRI report of both breasts to rule out any rupture. You can organise to have this done through your local GP. We also request you bring in your current implant ID card, this will help us rule out if you have polyurethane coated implants. This ID card would have been given to you at this time of your first surgery. It will have details of the implants such as Brand, Style, Size ,Serial Numbers. If you have misplaced this information, please contact your primary doctor or the hospital you were operated at.
Cost of Consultation : $250.00
The cost of the consultation fee (face to face, Skype or FaceTime) is payable at the time of the booking. This amount is a non-refundable/transferable amount in an event of a no show, cancellation, rescheduling, change of mind etc etc. You are essentially paying for the time we are exclusively reserving for you.
Please do not book an appointment if you are unsure of your availability. The consultation date and time is exclusively booked for you.
What should be my next step if I am interested to pursue this option?
Your first step is to see your Gp and organise to get a referral to see our plastic surgeon. Once you have received your letter of referral, kindly call the clinic on 1300 378 336 and schedule an appointment for a consultation with our plastic surgeon.
PATIENT FINANCING & PAYMENT PLAN OPTIONS
Is there patient financing?
Patient Financing is completely independent from the clinic. For patients wanting affordable payment plans please apply directly with Total Lifestyle Credit. This facility is subject to approval. Our advice to all patients is to be financially responsible when undertaking finance for elective surgical procedures.
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N.b. The Esteem Aesthetics website provides general information about surgical and non-surgical cosmetic procedures. General information is not a substitute for professional medical advice and treatment, and should not be accepted in place or in preference to a consultation with one of our qualified doctors.