The Ins and Outs of “Upgrading” Your Breast Implants

Over the years, the field of cosmetic surgery in the UK has seen lots of changes. One area where we’ve seen a lot of new things happening is in breast enlargement surgeries, thanks to ongoing research and better technology.

If you’ve had a breast enlargement procedure recently, you might be the kind of person who likes to stay up-to-date on the latest options available. Maybe you’re thinking, “Should I make some updates to my breast implants?”

You’ve got a bunch of choices if you’re considering a revision. For instance, you might want to switch from saline-filled implants to silicone ones, or maybe you’re thinking of going for a different size. You could even be looking into changing where the implant is placed or adding some natural fat transfer to the mix.

Here at Centre for Surgery, we’ve got you covered with a range of options for updating your breast implants. Even if we didn’t carry out your original surgery, we can usually help with a revision, depending on a few important details. We’ll talk all of this through with you before you come in for a face-to-face consultation. So, if you’re thinking about making some changes, we’re here to help you explore your options.

Changing Your Breast Implants: What You Need to Know

When you come to us considering making changes to your breast implants, we take your request very seriously. We look at each case individually to make the best recommendation for you.

We get that sometimes you want a change, and we’re all about helping you feel your best. But remember, having more than one surgery isn’t something to take lightly. There are risks involved, and your safety is our main concern. Plus, recovering from surgery can be tough, and going through it a second time for a revision isn’t a walk in the park. Our goal is to make sure your recovery is as easy and quick as possible, and that you’re thrilled with the end result.

Let’s talk about the recovery aspect for a moment. Say you’re thinking of switching your saline implants to silicone ones but want to keep them in the same position as before. This is usually one of the easier changes to recover from.

Don’t get us wrong, saline implants are perfectly safe, and there’s no need to switch them out if you’re not having any problems. But we’ve seen quite a few patients who are interested in the new kind of silicone implants that are filled with a cohesive gel. These implants are really good at holding their shape, they feel incredibly natural, and they have some added benefits. For example, they’re less likely to get wrinkled or rippled, and if they do happen to break, the gel inside won’t leak out.

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So, if you’re thinking of updating your breast implants, we’re here to guide you through your choices and make sure you have all the information you need for a decision you’ll be happy with.

Adding a Fat Transfer to Your Existing Breast Augmentation: What to Consider

We’ve noticed that more and more people are asking about adding a fat transfer to their existing breast augmentation. Fat transfer breast augmentation is an option that can really help if you’re looking to enhance your cleavage or make the spacing between your breasts look more natural. This is totally possible as a revision to your initial breast enlargement procedure.

However, you should know that this kind of surgery is a bit more complex because it involves liposuction as well. To do a fat transfer, we’ll first need to remove some of your own fat from places where you might have a bit extra, like your thighs or belly. Once we’ve collected this fat, we prepare it and then inject it into specific areas of your breasts to get the look you’re going for.

On the upside, this means you’re killing two birds with one stone—you get to remove some unwanted fat from other parts of your body while improving your breast shape. But the downside is that because the procedure is a bit more involved, you might need a bit longer to recover afterwards.

So if you’re thinking about enhancing your existing breast augmentation with a fat transfer, it’s worth considering the added complexity and recovery time. We’re here to discuss all of these details with you so you can make an informed decision that you’ll be happy with.