Breast Implant Revision (Breast Reset)
Key Takeaways
Breast implant revision, or Breast Reset, addresses problems from prior augmentation, including pain, implant failure, and aesthetic concerns.
Common goals include improving symmetry, softening tight or firm breasts, correcting implant position, or creating a more natural look.
The process at Mirror Plastic Surgery involves a detailed consultation, in-office ultrasound when needed, and a personalized surgical plan.
Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Akash has advanced training in complex breast revision and focuses on safety, function, and aesthetics.
Mirror Plastic Surgery offers individualized Breast Reset options in Tampa Bay; schedule a consultation to review your choices.
Why Choose Mirror Plastic Surgery for Your Breast Implant Revision
Mirror Plastic Surgery focuses on thoughtful, low-volume care so each revision case receives time and attention. The team reviews your implant history, current symptoms, and goals, then completes a top-to-bottom breast evaluation.
Many consultations include an in-office ultrasound to assess implant integrity and surrounding tissue. This information helps design a plan that prioritizes safety, breast function, and natural proportion rather than a one-size-fits-all approach.
Dr. Akash typically performs one to two surgeries per day. This schedule allows close coordination with anesthesia and nursing staff, careful intraoperative decision-making, and thorough follow-up after your Breast Reset.
Schedule a consultation with Mirror Plastic Surgery to review your breast implant concerns and potential revision options.
Meet Dr. Akash: Specialist in Breast Implant Revision
Dr. Akash is a board-certified plastic surgeon with advanced training in aesthetic and reconstructive breast surgery. His background includes education and training at leading academic centers and a dedicated aesthetic surgery fellowship.
His approach to a Breast Reset starts with listening. Each plan balances anatomy, implant characteristics, and long-term breast health. Cases may focus on treating complications such as capsular contracture or rupture, improving symmetry, or refining overall breast shape.
Training in medical innovation at Stanford informs his use of modern techniques and evidence-based decision-making. This focus supports both functional restoration and a natural, proportional result.
Understanding the Breast Reset: What Breast Implant Revision Can Address
Who Is a Candidate for Breast Implant Revision?
Good candidates feel unhappy with the look or feel of their current implants or have medical concerns. Many patients seek revision when they dislike implant size or shape, notice changes in breast appearance, or worry about implant integrity.
Common reasons include:
Capsular contracture with tight, firm, or painful breasts
Implant rupture, deflation, or visible rippling
Breast asymmetry or implant malposition
Changes after pregnancy, weight shifts, or aging
Desire for a smaller, larger, or a different type of implant
Preference for implant removal and a more natural look
Most people with implants eventually need some form of revision. A consultation clarifies whether exchange, removal, lift, or a combination best fits your goals.
Common Types of Breast Implant Revision Procedures
Breast implant revision can include one or several techniques in a single operation. Procedures are highly customized and often reuse prior incision lines.
Implant exchange to change size, profile, type (saline or silicone), or position
Explantation, with or without partial or total capsulectomy
Breast lift to tighten skin and improve nipple position
Fat grafting to add volume or smooth contour irregularities
Correction of animation deformity or implant displacement
Expected Results From a Breast Reset
Most patients aim to improve comfort, appearance, or both. Goals often include softer breasts, better symmetry, relief of tightness or pain, and a shape that better matches body proportions.
Swelling and settling can take several months. Final results usually show a more balanced contour that aligns with the surgical plan discussed during consultation.
The Breast Implant Revision Process at Mirror Plastic Surgery
Comprehensive Consultation With Dr. Akash
The consultation typically lasts up to an hour and includes a detailed discussion of your implant history and prior operative notes when available. Dr. Akash examines breast tissue, scars, and implant position, then reviews your concerns and preferences.
In-office ultrasound may be used to evaluate implant integrity and surrounding tissue. This information guides the selection of techniques such as exchange, removal, lift, or fat grafting.
Preparation Before Breast Revision Surgery
Patients receive clear preoperative instructions on medications, supplements, and nicotine avoidance. Stopping smoking and nicotine several weeks before and after surgery is important for wound healing and reducing complication risks.
The team also reviews transportation needs, early recovery planning, and support at home. These steps help create a safer and more predictable recovery experience.
What Happens During Your Breast Reset
Each operation is tailored to your anatomy and goals. When possible, existing incisions are used to access the implant pocket. Implants may be removed, replaced, or repositioned, and scar tissue can be partially or fully removed if needed.
Breast lift techniques can reshape and elevate the breast when there is extra skin or nipple droop. Fat grafting may refine the upper pole or cleavage area using your own fat, processed and carefully injected for contour improvement.
Recovery After Breast Implant Revision
Recovery usually includes a few days of focused rest, followed by a gradual return to light daily activities. Detailed instructions cover incision care, showering, medications, and the use of support garments.
Most patients experience swelling, bruising, and soreness that improve over the first weeks. Strenuous exercise and heavy lifting typically remain restricted for several weeks, based on your specific procedure and healing progress.
Request a Breast Reset consultation to review expected downtime and recovery steps for your situation.
Addressing Common Concerns: BII, Capsular Contracture, and Breast Lift Needs
Breast Implant Illness (BII) and Explantation
Some patients report systemic symptoms they attribute to their implants, often described as Breast Implant Illness. These can include fatigue, joint pain, brain fog, or other nonspecific issues.
Many people also choose an explanation for a smaller or more natural breast size. Dr. Akash discusses options such as implant removal alone, removal with capsulectomy, and possible lift or fat grafting to support breast shape after explant.
Understanding and Treating Capsular Contracture
Capsular contracture occurs when the normal scar capsule around an implant thickens and tightens. Symptoms include hardness, shape distortion, discomfort, or visible implant edges.
Treatment often involves capsulectomy, implant exchange, or implant removal, sometimes with pocket changes. Surgical technique aims to relieve symptoms while improving appearance and reducing the chance of recurrence.
When a Breast Lift Helps During Revision
Breast lift (mastopexy) becomes important when skin is stretched, nipples sit low, or implants are downsized or removed. A lift can reshape the breast, raise the nipple, and remove extra skin.
Dr. Akash evaluates skin quality, nipple position, and planned implant changes to determine whether combining a lift with revision will provide a more balanced and stable result.
Cost of Breast Implant Revision (Breast Reset) in Tampa Bay
Pricing for breast implant revision depends on the specific procedures needed. Factors include whether you choose implant exchange or explantation, need a lift or fat grafting, and how complex the capsular work or pocket correction will be.
During consultation, you receive a clear outline of recommended steps, expected recovery, and itemized costs. This transparency helps you understand both the medical plan and the financial commitment before scheduling surgery.
Book a consultation with Dr. Akash to receive a personalized quote based on your exam and goals.
Begin Your Breast Reset Journey
Patients who choose Mirror Plastic Surgery for breast implant revision receive a detailed evaluation, a customized treatment plan, and attentive follow-up. The practice emphasizes breast health, proportion, and long-term comfort in every Breast Reset.
The team is available to guide you through decision-making, scheduling, and recovery planning. From treating complications such as capsular contracture to refining aesthetics, care is tailored to your priorities.
Contact Mirror Plastic Surgery to schedule your consultation and discuss next steps in your Breast Reset journey.
Contact Information:
Phone: 727-361-6515
Email: hello@mirrorplasticsurgery.com
Address: 780 4th Ave S, St. Petersburg, FL 33701
Frequently Asked Questions About Breast Implant Revision
How long do breast implants typically last?
Breast implants are not lifetime devices. Many remain stable for 10 to 20 years or longer, but some need earlier revision because of rupture, capsular contracture, or aesthetic changes. Regular follow-up with a plastic surgeon helps monitor implant condition and breast health over time.
Can I switch implant types during revision surgery?
Most patients can switch between saline and silicone implants, alter size or profile, or change to smooth implants during revision. Dr. Akash reviews your anatomy, tissue quality, and goals, then recommends implant choices that best fit your desired look and lifestyle.
What are common warning signs that I might need breast implant revision?
Warning signs include persistent breast pain, new hardness, visible rippling, shape or position changes, or sudden deflation with saline implants. Other concerns can include animation deformity, implants moving toward the armpit or center, or symptoms you believe may relate to BII. An in-person exam is the best way to determine whether revision is appropriate.
Why is it important to choose a board-certified plastic surgeon for revision?
Revision surgery can be more complex than first-time augmentation. A board-certified plastic surgeon has specific training and testing in plastic surgery, experience with difficult cases, and hospital or surgery-center privileges. This background supports safer decision-making and management of complications if they occur.
How soon after my original breast augmentation can I have revision surgery?
Timing depends on your reason for revision. Urgent issues like rupture or severe contracture may require earlier surgery. For elective changes to size or shape, many surgeons recommend waiting 6 to 12 months so swelling resolves and implants settle, which allows more accurate planning.
Disclaimer: Results may vary from person to person. Editorial content, before and after images, and patient testimonials do not constitute a guarantee of specific results.