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BREAST IMPLANT EXCHANGE TYLER TX

Breast Implant Exchange in Tyler Texas

What is the difference between exchange, revision, and removal?

• Exchange: Your current implants are removed and new implants are placed. You may change size, shape, profile, or implant type.
• Revision: Surgery that corrects a specific concern, such as implant position or scar tissue. It may include new implants or it may not.
• Removal (explant): Implants are taken out and not replaced. A breast lift is sometimes discussed along with removal.

Which one is right for you depends on your anatomy, the condition of your implants, and what you want your result to look and feel like.

Why do women choose a breast implant exchange?

• Time: Implants are not lifetime devices. Many surgeons commonly see replacement or revision after 10 to 15 years, though the FDA does not set a required replacement date.
• Changes in the breast: Pregnancy, nursing, weight change, and aging can alter breast shape and position.
• Capsular contracture: Scar tissue tightens around an implant, which may make the breast feel firm, look different, or become uncomfortable.
• Implant position: An implant that has shifted lower, drifted to the side, or moved toward the center.
• Rippling or visible edges: Especially when natural tissue has thinned over time.
• Rupture or deflation: A saline implant that deflates is noticeable. A silicone implant can rupture without symptoms, which is why imaging matters.
• A change in preference: A different size, shape, or implant type that suits where you are now.

If your reason is not on this list, tell us. The right plan starts with your concern.

What does the FDA recommend for implant imaging?

For silicone gel implants, the FDA recommends an MRI or ultrasound about five years after surgery, then every two to three years. A silent rupture may not cause symptoms, and a routine mammogram does not reliably detect it. Ask your primary care provider, gynecologist, or Dr. Henderson about imaging, and bring any results to your consultation.

Am I a candidate for a breast implant exchange?

An exchange may be a good fit if you:

• Have implants that are several years old, or that have changed in shape, position, or feel
• Have been told your implant may be ruptured or deflated
• Want a different size, shape, or type of implant
• Are in good general health, do not use products containing nicotine, and have a stable weight

Dr. Henderson will examine you, review any imaging, and recommend the best approach.

What to Expect From Surgery

Your consultation (in person or virtual) covers your history, your current implants, any imaging, and your goals. During surgery, Dr. Henderson removes your existing implants, addresses scar tissue or position concerns as needed, and places the new implants. If your breasts have lowered over time, she may discuss adding a breast lift. Please do not use products containing nicotine, since nicotine can interfere with healing.

Watch: An Awake Breast Implant Exchange

What are the anesthesia options for a breast implant exchange?

We offer multiple levels of anesthesia at our office-based surgical facility, and Dr. Henderson is known for awake procedures. For appropriate candidates, an exchange can be performed awake with tumescent anesthesia and oral, IM, or IV sedation. Your sedation can be adjusted to keep you comfortable and relaxed, and you are always able to protect your own airway, with no breathing tube needed. The same exchange can also be performed with general anesthesia, and which option fits you is decided together at your consultation.

The setting can be our office-based surgical facility or a local hospital if you prefer. Pricing varies based on the facility. Learn more about awake procedures.

What is the recovery like after a breast implant exchange?

• First days: Recovery is typically about 3–7 days. Expect soreness, swelling, and bruising. Dressings and a support bra help your healing.
• Activity: Avoid heavy lifting and strenuous exercise until Dr. Henderson clears you.
• Final result: Swelling takes weeks to months to settle, and scars continue to fade over time.

Your recovery can vary with your procedure and whether additional procedures, such as a breast lift, are included. Dr. Henderson will give you a personalized timeline at your consultation.

Risks and Safety

Risks include bleeding, infection, scarring, delayed healing, asymmetry, changes in nipple or breast sensation, implant malposition, capsular contracture, implant rupture, and the possibility of further surgery. Dr. Henderson will review these risks with you before surgery.

Breast Implant Before & After Photos

Frequently Asked Questions

Individual results vary.