Implant change - changing breast implants

The pain can vary depending on the individual's sensitivity to pain and the type of technique used, but is usually very bearable and subsides quickly in the first few days after the operation. To alleviate the discomfort, we will provide you with painkillers and medication to take home to make you as comfortable as possible, minimise the risk of infection and promote rapid healing. The pain usually subsides after a week, but it can take several weeks or months for the swelling and bruising to disappear completely. The scars fade over time but remain permanently visible.

Even if a breast implant exchange is carried out in a qualified and frequent manner, specific consequences can occur in addition to general complications, which you should be informed about in advance.

So-called capsular fibrosis or capsular contracture can also occur after a replacement (see also Breast augmentation). In these cases, the breast implant and capsule should be removed. A new implant can then be inserted (implant exchange) or an alternative method of breast augmentation (e.g. with Autologous fat) can be used. The risk of capsular fibrosis can be minimised by a slightly rough surface of the implant, placement of the implant under the muscle and extensive protection of the tissue during the operation.

Another important aspect is the possibility of displacement of the breast implant (implant dislocation). Consistently wearing a customised bra with a breast strap after the operation helps to reduce the risk of this.

Even with newly inserted implants, we recommend having the implants checked by us after ten years at the latest, so that we can decide together whether it makes sense to replace the implants.

In addition, the breasts can continue to change over time due to ageing, pregnancy, breastfeeding, hormonal fluctuations or weight changes despite surgery, which can lead to sagging of the breast tissue and thus also of the implants.

As a rule, this is a self-pay service, so the costs are never covered by health insurance.

The costs depend on the local findings and the extent of the operation. The calculation is based on the GoÄ (scale of fees for doctors). We can therefore only give you a binding cost estimate during a personal consultation.