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Can a silicone breast implant be exchanged for larger size under local anesthesia?

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I've herd of this being done for saline implants. I am wondering if it can be done for silicone or is it a whole new surgery? I love my implants shape etc but wish they were larger. They are almost 1 year. Any advise is appreciated!

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