I Have Saline Implants and Have Always Wanted Larger Implants That Are Silicone?

What type of procedures are involved in replacing saline implants with silicone? Also, I want to be larger. I made the mistake of giving my surgeon the decision in choosing the size. I was happy for a short while; but looking back wish I had gone larger and with silicone. I want them to feel more natural, especially when laying on my stomach as well as when my kids lounge on me when we are watching movies as well as when they hug me.I've had them for 3 years now.

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Switching saline implants to gel

This is actually a very common occurence. Women who change from saline to silicone implants notice a large improvement in texture and mobility. Also, increasing the size only takes a few more minutes in surgery to open up the pocket where the breast implant lies. You will find that the recovery is much quicker and less painful than the original surgery. It is very important for you communicate your goals with your plastic surgeon so that you are... more

I Have Saline Implants and Have Always Wanted Larger Implants That Are Silicone?

This time spend more time with your plastic surgeon and be as sure as possible that the communication is satisfactory. Usually the same incision can be used, unless it is through the navel and in some cases via the axilla. To accomodate the larger implant the pocket must be of sufficient size, and may need to be enlarged. If the implant is above the muscle, moving it to below the muscle or below the fascia will be a consideration. For most patients the discomfort is considerably less... more

Changing from Saline Implants to Silicone Gel Breast Implants?

Thank you for your question. Many patients choose to change from saline breast implants to silicone gel breast implants. It is very common for patients to want to go larger in size as well. The recovery for this surgery is usually less than breast augmentation the first time. Communication with your plastic surgeon will be critical to help you achieve your size goals with this procedure. In my practice I find the use of goal pictures to be very helpful. I have... more

Replacing saline with silicone

I am sorry that you didn't dialogue with your surgeon about the size of the implants. Many patients have size remorse so you are not alone. In order to give a meaningful response as to technique and placement, it would be important to know the surgical approach used, implant placement and size. At three years postop I do not know of any companies which would replace implants at no charge.

I Have Saline Implants and Have Always Wanted Larger Implants That Are Silicone

Most patients who replace their saline implants for silicone are happy they did so They state that the silicone implants feel softer and move more naturally I do not usually remove the capsule ,but rather release it in order to accommodate a larger implant If the implant is sub-muscular, I will often replace it above the muscle behind the fascia Some companies will offer a rebate for implant exchange

Exchanging implants

Dear Nan. I would agree with you that silicone will feel more natural than saline. We have many women that are motivated to have a revision because of that reason alone. In order to exchange implants for a larger size, you would have to have the scar tissue capsules around your implants removed in order to accomodate larger implants. If your current scars are around your areolas or at the bottom of the breasts, your surgeon should be able to reuse that... more