RENEWED CONFIDENCE. REFINED RESULTS.
Safely replace or upgrade your breast implants with specialist care tailored to your anatomy and goals.
ABOUT THIS SERVICE
Patients considering breast implant replacement should first consult with a certified cosmetic surgeon who can assess their aesthetic objectives and recommend the best size and shape for the revision. The size and projection of the breasts can alter with ageing, pregnancy, and weight fluctuations.
If your implant ruptures, deflates, or changes position, breast implant exchange surgery may be necessary. Surgery is always highly individualised — achieving the perfect result may involve modifying the breast tissues in addition to replacing the implant.
PROCEDURE OVERVIEW
Key details about your breast implant exchange procedure.
Surgery Time
Anaesthesia
Hospital Stay
Drains
Sports Bra
The exact surgical approach — augmentation, reduction, lift or combination — is determined at consultation based on your individual anatomy and goals.
RECOVERY TIMELINE
Weeks 1–2
Attend your 1st and 2nd week follow-up appointments. Rest, avoid strenuous activity, and wear your sports bra continuously.
Weeks 2–3
Most patients can return to desk-based and light work from 2–3 weeks post-discharge. Continue wearing the sports bra as directed.
Week 4
Resume moderately physical work and light daily exercise. Avoid chest-focused activity until cleared by your surgeon.
Week 6
Return to heavy physical work and full gym activity. Your sports bra can be worn on a needs-only basis from this point.
EXPECTED OUTCOMES
Breast implant exchange allows you to address both functional concerns and aesthetic preferences in a single procedure. Patients typically experience:
WHY CHOOSE EXCHANGE
Every exchange is planned around your specific anatomy, existing tissue, and aesthetic goals.
Performed under general anaesthesia by a specialist surgeon with extensive experience in complex revision cases.
A refreshed, natural appearance that suits your current body shape — whether changing size, type, or resolving complications.
Day-case surgery — most patients return to light work within 2–3 weeks and full activity by 6 weeks.
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My implants had started to feel uncomfortable after years. Prof. Hindocha made the whole exchange feel completely straightforward. My results are exactly what I hoped for.
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After my implant ruptured I was terrified, but Prof. Hindocha’s team were calm and professional throughout. I’m so happy with my new shape.
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I wanted to change size and wasn’t sure what to expect. The recovery was much easier than I anticipated and the results look beautifully natural.
IS THIS RIGHT FOR YOU?
You may be a suitable candidate for breast implant exchange if one or more of the following apply:
EXPLORE FURTHER
Other procedures you may wish to explore.
BREAST SURGERY
Combine implant exchange with a lift for comprehensive rejuvenation and renewed shape.
BREAST SURGERY
Remove your implants entirely and restore a natural, lifted profile without replacements.
BREAST SURGERY
Enhance your natural shape with expertly selected implants tailored to your anatomy.
TAKE THE FIRST STEP
Book now.
Whether you are replacing ageing implants, addressing complications, or looking for a change — Prof. Hindocha will guide you to the best possible outcome.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Everything you need to know about breast implant exchange.
