Implant exchange through armpits

I think that for any implant exchange going through the armpit would be almost impossible.  Often a capsule develops that needs to be removed.  Additionally the small incision in the armpit is usually not conducive to plasce silicone implants.

Huy, Implants can be placed through the axillary, areolar or inframammary fold incisions. However, choosing the incision site really depends on your anatomy. If you need extensive capsule work done, then the areolar or inframammary incision is probably the best choice. Remember not to compromise your results by trying the hide your incision. All three choices for incision sites tend to heal very well. I hope you find this helpful. David Shafer, MD New York City

Huy,

Your saline implants can indeed be replaced with silicone implants through the armpit (axillary) incision. However, you will be limited in the size of implant that can be inserted (maximum 350-375cc) and by your need for work on the capsule. If your breasts are currently soft with no capsular contracture, then minimal or no capsular work needs to be done and the replacement can probably proceed through the armpit. Good luck!

Hi.

The question is not can someting be done.  The question is how will you get the best result. I think you will get a better more predictable result from secondary breast augmentation with silicone breast implants with an incision under the breast or under the nipple.