IMPLANT REPLACEMENT SURGERY
Replace or upgrade your breast implants with specialist care planned around 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 planned for the individual, and achieving the result you want may involve modifying the breast tissues in addition to replacing the implant.
Many patients use an implant exchange to upgrade to the latest Motiva technology. Ask about Motiva Preserve, a minimally invasive, tissue-preserving approach to breast augmentation.
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 a combination) is decided 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 natural-looking result that suits your current body shape, whether you are changing size or type, or treating complications.
Day-case surgery. Most patients return to light work within 2–3 weeks and full activity by 6 weeks.
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.
Verified patient reviews
Independently published reviews from Prof. Hindocha's breast surgery patients, quoted in full and exactly as written.
★★★★★
After years of being unhappy with my breasts after breastfeeding, I'm so glad I trusted my instincts and waited until I found the right surgeon. From my first consultation, Professor Hindocha made me feel completely at ease and I knew I could trust him. I'm only a week post-op and already love my results. I feel incredibly lucky to have found him and truly believe I found the best surgeon.
K.N.
Breast surgery patient
★★★★★
Excellent surgeon, highly recommend for breast augmentation under the muscle. He made me feel comfortable and didn't make me feel rushed in making decisions during my consultation right up to having surgery has been brilliant and also the after care. So pleased with my results.
C.S.
Breast augmentation patient
★★★★★
If you are wanting a breast reduction I would recommend Dr Sandip Hindocha! He has been brilliant from the consultation stage right through to after care! His team are amazing and will ensure that you are managing after surgery! You will feel at ease! I would 100% recommend!
G.H.
Breast reduction patient
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Patient stories describe individual experiences. Results vary from person to person, and the risks, limitations and likely outcome of any procedure are discussed with you at consultation.
TAKE THE FIRST STEP
Start with a consultation.
Whether you are replacing ageing implants, addressing complications, or looking for a change, Prof. Hindocha will talk you through your options.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Everything you need to know about breast implant exchange.
