How long does a breast implant exchange and lift surgery take?

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I have consulted with several doctors about doing an implant exchange (to a smaller implant) and lift. Some doctors have said it will take 7 hours, others have said 2.5 hours, others 4 hours. Does 2.5 hours raise a red flag?

Joel Patrick Maier, MD · Answer

I think approximately 3 hours +/- 30 minutes seems reasonable. 70% of the time will be the lift part of the operation. Thank you for the question!

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Elle2127,

the length of the procedure will depend on the type of surgery and what needs to be done. Finding the right Dr. is extremely challenging especially with the number of online platforms and resources available. There a lot of great Dr's available. Make sure he/she is a board-certified plastic surgeon. Definitely check to make sure your choice specializes in the procedure you want and spend the time to read through patient testimonials. There is a number of different sites where you can check for reviews (Realself, yelp, google, etc.).
You can always pick up the phone and call around also, find an office you feel comfortable with and set up a few consultations.

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

You did not post photos, so I don't know what kind of lift you will have. However, in my hands, most exchanges with lifts take 2-2.5 hours. Seven hours is a slow surgeon.

Hilton Becker, MD · Answer

It depends on the type of lift and where the implant will be placed .Also whether a capsulectomy is going to be performed 
So it can vary from 2 to  4 hours

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