If saline implant ruptures, how quickly do you need to get it removed?

Thanks for this excellent question. Once a saline implant is ruptured it will be very noticeable and you will want it replaced sooner rather than later. That’s one of the differences with a cohesive gel implant. If a cohesive gel implant ruptures it might not at all be that noticeable. A ruptured saline implant is not in any way a medical urgency, so do not panic if you can not get this scheduled in straight away. But given the obvious difference of lack in volume of one side versus the other you will need the implant replaced at your earliest convenience.

If you happen to know that your implants are ruptured, I suggest that you have them removed sooner than later.

Removing a saline implant that has ruptured is not a medical emergency. The saline solution that fills it is safe and will simply be absorbed by the body. You can have the implants removed or replaced when it's reasonably convenient for you. We welcome you to visit us in our Houston office to learn more!