Breast augmentation continues to be among the most popular cosmetic surgery procedures.
Despite this fact, some patients are still not aware they will likely need a breast implant revision somewhere down the line.
Aesthetic reasons for revision surgery include wanting to change implant type and size and correcting implant malposition or even changes that have occurred after pregnancy and breast feeding. There are also medical issues that press the need for revision surgery such as capsular contracture and breast implant rupture.
What to Look for in a Breast Implant Revision Surgeon?
It seems easy to find a breast augmentation surgeon who can place implants. But at some point, patients will have to undergo a more challenging breast implant revision surgery. This is where things can get a bit complicated.
Revising the outcome of a previous operation is not the same as performing the initial breast surgery. As a patient, it is crucial that the revision surgery is done right the first time. Below are the things that you should look for in a breast implant revision surgeon:
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Are They Board-Certified?
It is indeed a must that you choose a breast implant revision surgeon certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. By choosing a board-certified surgeon, you can rest assured that your operation will be performed by a licensed doctor who has undergone proper training.
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Do They Have Breast Implant Revision Experience?
It goes without saying that your plastic surgeon should have proven experience in breast revision surgery. Breast revision is a different beast. It requires more technical competencies than the primary breast implant procedure.
The revision surgeon has to have specialized skills because the existing scar tissue can change the typical approach that a surgeon takes.
Do not hesitate to ask questions about their practice—their qualifications, experience, and the number of performed breast implant revision procedures. -
Do They Show Their Patients’ Before and After Photos?
If a plastic surgeon is proud of their work, they will flaunt the before and after photos of their breast implant procedures on their website. If they do not have one, they can post the photos on social media. Go online and check out these photos. They can help you manage your expectations of your surgeon’s caliber.
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Are Their Patients Satisfied with the Results?
Although it is not impossible to see the results in person via a friend, you can also browse the internet to see the reviews on your prospective revision surgeon. It is perfectly fine to expect mostly positive feedback from real patients who have undergone a complicated operation, such as breast implant revision.
Let’s Rework Together For Better Results
We understand how frustrating it can be not to have the desired results after having gone through an operation and its healing process. The first step to correcting such issues is finding a surgeon who has the necessary qualifications to do so.
Dr. Marin and the Marin Aesthetics team will work with you for the satisfying results of your breast implant revision procedure. Book a consultation with us right now.
*The content in this blog is developed to spread the awareness towards plastic surgery. Our blog is not intended to serve as a replacement for an actual in-office consultation with Dr. Marin. As such, the information within this blog reflects the unique cases of our individual patients.