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What Is a Breast Revision Procedure?
Breast revision surgery is intended to correct or refine a previous breast lift, augmentation, reduction, or implant removal procedure. This does not automatically mean your plastic surgeon did something wrong. Outcomes often differ from expectations due to natural healing differences, changes in the body over time, unforeseen complications that develop later, or evolving aesthetic goals. For instance, an implant shifts several months after the initial procedure, creating symmetry issues. Tissue can also stretch in unpredictable ways, especially with age, weight fluctuations, and future pregnancies. In other instances, you may not be satisfied with the look and feel of your breasts once healing is complete.
These unforeseen changes, complications, or the need to make small adjustments may occur as quickly as a few months after your initial procedure or years later. Regardless, a breast revision addresses these issues to restore balance, symmetry, and confidence.
No two breast revision procedures in Fort Worth are identical. A few examples of what yours might focus on can include:
Refinements to correct size, shape, position, or unevenness
Increasing or decreasing breast size
Creating a more natural-looking and aesthetically pleasing result
As well as:
- Hardening or tightening of scar tissue around the implant
- Issues with breast shape and nipple position
- Noticeable unintended folds or creases beneath the breast
- Correcting visible implant wrinkling or rippling
- Implant damage (i.e., rupture or deflation)
What Are the Differences Between Breast Revision and Breast Augmentation?
It is natural to think of breast revision and augmentation as one and the same. After all, they both change the size, shape, and symmetry of your breasts. They also share the same goal: delivering natural-looking results that align with your aesthetic goals and unique body needs. That said, they are two distinct procedures. Breast augmentation relies on silicone, saline implants, or fat transfer to achieve the look you are going for. Breast revision is meant to correct issues that can sometimes emerge after the original augmentation or combination of other breast enhancement procedures.
If breast revision in Fort Worth is the answer to your unique situation, it is imperative that you choose the right plastic surgeon. Breast revisions can be very complex, especially when you consider having to plan around changes from the original procedure. Time and again, Fort Worth patients rely on Dr. Sanderson and Dr. Braswell for their extensive experience with breast revision procedures and commitment to achieving the best possible results for each patient.
What Are the Benefits of a Breast Revision in Fort Worth?
Breast revision surgery can resolve several issues that may develop after your initial breast surgery.
Meet or exceed your aesthetic goals
Restore your breasts
Resolve implant problems
- Achieve your original goals — You likely had a very clear vision in your head of what you wanted your breasts to look and feel like after your original procedure. But for one reason or another, the outcome didn’t quite live up to those expectations. Perhaps your breasts are larger than you anticipated. Maybe you are dissatisfied with the shape and position of your breasts. Dr. Sanderson and Dr. Braswell will take the time to address your concerns and develop a plan to deliver the results you’re looking for.
- A perkier, more youthful breast position — Sagging due to age, weight fluctuations, and even skin quality can impact even the most successful breast surgeries. During a breast revision, Dr. Sanderson or Dr. Braswell can make subtle adjustments and ensure the changes meet the needs of your body type.
- Resolve implant problems — Even the most well-placed implants can be impacted by scar tissue that forms around them. This can lead to shape or position changes inside the breast. In extreme cases, it can lead to implant damage. A breast revision can account for newer scar tissue and even replace older or damaged breast implants.
Can Breast Revision Correct Breast Asymmetry?
Dr. Sanderson and Dr. Braswell are committed to ensuring your breasts look natural and are perfectly symmetrical. A few techniques they employ during breast revision surgery can include:
- Adjusting the implant position within the breast tissue or beneath the muscle
- Removing problematic scar tissue
- Changing your breast implants
Regardless of the reasons that brought you to Clearfork Plastic Surgery, our experience and meticulous approach to each procedure make us one of the leading providers of breast augmentation in Fort Worth. Dr. Sanderson and Dr. Braswell have completed thousands of life-changing procedures for women of all ages, all the while focusing on results that help them feel more confident and secure about the shape, size, and volume of their breasts.
Can Breast Revision Correct Breast Asymmetry?
This could be for a variety of reasons. For instance, you may have developed abnormal scar tissue after the procedure. If it forms around the breast implant, it can lead to a complication known as capsular contracture. In other instances, an implant may not settle into its intended position. In the months and years that follow, the tissue around the implant can harden. This can cause one or both breasts to have a misshapen appearance or sit higher on the chest than normal.
What Is Capsular Contracture, and Can Breast Revision Surgery Fix This?
Discomfort, tightness, or changes in firmness can sometimes indicate capsular contracture—a condition in which scar tissue forms around the implant, making breasts feel hard. While this condition is not uncommon, it can worsen over time and affect not only the shape of your breasts but also how they feel. Many women report that their breasts are painful to the touch.
Breast revisions can remove scar tissue, the implant itself, or both. Depending on your needs and preferences, Dr. Sanderson or Dr. Braswell can repair the implant pocket and adjust the new implant to its proper position.
Why Do Many Women Choose Breast Revision in Fort Worth?
Each woman’s decision to have their initial breast surgery is unique. Many want larger breasts so that they feel more confident in public, while wearing certain clothing, etc. Others opt for the procedure to achieve a more balanced figure, correct symmetry issues, or “reclaim their breasts” after multiple pregnancies and years of breastfeeding. Needless to say, it can be very disheartening when those surgeries fall short of those expectations. Rather than leave well enough alone or live with discomfort, they choose breast revision surgery to fix or refine what the original procedure didn’t achieve—thus restoring their confidence.
Am I a Good Candidate for Breast Revision in Fort Worth?
Breast revisions may be ideal if you are:
- Dissatisfied with the results of your previous breast surgery
- Experiencing pain or discomfort in the months following your first procedure
- Noticing unforeseen changes to the texture of your breasts
- Needing to replace your implants with a newer or different size implant
- Experiencing changes in your body that are affecting the way your breasts look
Schedule a consultation with Dr. Sanderson and Dr. Braswell to determine whether breast revision in Fort Worth is right for you. Breast revision surgery may not be right for you if you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or have breast cancer.
Anesthesia and Medications for Breast Revision Surgery
Dr. Sanderson and Dr. Braswell perform all breast procedures, including breast revisions, with general anesthesia. We want to assure you that you will sleep comfortably and safely throughout the experience. Once the procedure is complete, we recommend following the prescribed recovery schedule to reduce pain, discomfort, and the risk of complications.
This can include the following:
- Prescription pain medication
- Antibiotics to prevent or reduce infection
- Anti-nausea medication
Breast Revision Procedure Explained
Our patient-centered approach is the foundation of everything we do. So, before we even recommend breast surgery, our board-certified plastic surgeons insist on sitting with you and understanding the issues you’re facing and your desired outcomes. From there, we perform your breast revision procedure with unrivaled skill and artistry, all the while providing you with the care you deserve.
Most consultations last approximately an hour and are conducted in a very conversational manner. You should feel free to speak with our surgeons and ask as many questions as you need before proceeding with any surgical procedure. Meanwhile, we will lay out, in easy-to-understand language, the potential causes of your ongoing issues, why the original procedure didn’t quite meet your expectations, and the best path forward for you. Depending on your needs, your breast revision may include:
- Removing current implants and any scar tissue
- Replacing original implants
- Lifting one or both breasts with a breast lift
We will make adjustments based on your individual treatment plan and perform additional procedures you may have chosen or been recommended, such as a breast lift or fat transfer, to achieve the most natural results possible.
Breast Revision FAQs
How Should I Prepare for My Breast Revision?
If you elect to move forward with a breast revision, you will be asked in the weeks leading up to the procedure to follow a basic list of pre-op instructions. Included in this are instructions to avoid alcohol and nicotine products. You should also exercise regularly and eat a well-balanced diet as you approach your surgery date.
In addition, you should do the following before your procedure:
- Complete a medical evaluation or lab testing
- Begin our medication schedule
- Plan to take off from work and normal activities for several days or weeks
- Arrange to have someone with you at your surgery and take you home afterward
- Coordinate at-home care through friends and family as you recover
How Long Does a Breast Revision Take?
Every breast procedure is different, so it’s difficult to give you an exact timeline. Generally speaking, the procedure can take one to four hours. While that seems like a wide window, the reality is that cases that seem simple aren’t always that way. You may also require additional complementary procedures, such as a breast lift or fat transfer.
Once surgery is complete, Dr. Sanderson or Dr. Braswell will close your incisions, and our team will move you to a recovery room.
Is Breast Revision Surgery Painful?
Recovery varies from patient to patient, but most individuals can expect discomfort, swelling, and possible nausea immediately following the procedure. This is normal and should subside quickly. Most individuals are up and walking shortly after the procedure, and the goal is to resume light activities within a few days. Full recovery and return to all normal activities usually occur within four to six weeks. Breast revision results improve as swelling subsides, revealing a more contoured and enhanced breast shape.
How Long Will the Results Last?
Results vary from person to person. That said, our goal at Clearfork Plastic Surgery is to ensure that the benefits of your breast revision procedures last as long as possible. It is always a good practice to have Dr. Sanderson or Dr. Braswell inspect your surgical results once a year to ensure you remain satisfied and that no further complications arise.
Should I Have Breast Revision Surgery? Is It Really Worth It?
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Excellence in Breast Revision Surgery in Fort Worth, TX
As the premier plastic surgery center in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, we are dedicated to helping you achieve your aesthetic enhancement goals and delivering results that bring out your natural beauty. Dr. Sanderson and Dr. Braswell have decades of experience in these and other reconstructive and aesthetic procedures, enabling them to provide one of the most holistic patient experiences in North Texas. Our team sets the standard in breast revision surgery and other aesthetic enhancement procedures.
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