30 year old implants without issues. Should I consider a revision?

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I had BA in 1989 and have never had any issues. Because of their age, I had an MRI which showed no intra or extra capsular rupture. Is that unusual and should I think about replacement even though everything looks normal?

Tommaso Addona, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.
Implants are meant to be life-long devices. If you are getting routine MRIs to investigate the integrity of the implant and there are no issues, there is no need to replace the implants. I recommend speaking with a board certified plastic surgeon to discuss your concerns.

Caner Kacmaz, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.  Implants are FDA approved for 10 to 20 years. You can safely go beyond these time frames, but remember that breast implants do not last forever. They can rupture, leak, and implants may deflate. Shrinkage of your tissue around the implant may occur. We call this problem Capsular Contracture which results in firmness, hardness, or deformity you can see and feel. I would personally recommend you replace your implants. Best wishes.

Alan Gonzalez, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello @Tiergirl, thank you for your question. Is important to remember that implants need to be change every 10 years and the capsule around the previous implants should be removed as well. For more information and recommendations, it is best to consult one or more board-certified plastic surgeons. Best wishes! Alan Gonzalez MD, FACS.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Tiergirl,
most surgeons would recommend you to replace your implants. If you are considering surgery, I would suggest you consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination, you will get more information and recommendations.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

If you have saline implants, then enjoy them. If you have gel implants, please have them removed and replaced for your old gel is leaking, even if just inside the capsule. The MRI is not 100 % correct.

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