How Long After Breast Augmentation Can the Revision Be Done?

Dear Kate,
Three weeks after surgery, your breasts still haven't achieved their final appearance. In a lot of women, the skin envelope is still relatively tight. For some, that means that the implants will drop somewhat and achieve a more natural look - you might like the appearance more when that happens. Regardless, waiting at least 3 months after surgery, to give the skin a chance to relax, will help you and your surgeon pick an implant size that you like more, but can still be accomodated by your body without appearing too fake.
Best of luck!

Typically it is best to wait for 6 months after augmentation to get the revision.  At that time things will be settled, and you probably won't want to have surgery.  You are too early after the operation to be worried about a revision.

Hi there,
It really depends on how your breasts look like at the specific stage of your post op recovery. Without appropriate before & after photos, it's difficult to advise the exact timing for further revisional works. 
My general guiding principle would be to operate early for any surgical complications (such as haematoma, infections, wound healing issues etc) and to wait & operate later for any aesthetic complications or dissatisfaction. I think in your situation you should communicate with your surgeon about your concerns and dissatisfaction with the surgical outcome thus far. If you don't think your breasts are big enough now at 3 weeks post op, they will definitely not going to become bigger as you progress in your healing process. It'll be wise to wait at least 3-6 months to let the healing settled before planning for any further revisional work. This obviously will allow more time and opportunity to clarify your desires and expectations once again with your surgeon in optimising your final surgical outcome.
Best wishes
Ellis Choy

Dear Kate 1964,I understand your concern and it is quite normal to be concerned about the outcome following a breast augmentation surgery. However, you are still in the very early stages of the healing process at 3 weeks  post op.Your will need to be patient at this moment and follow what your surgeon has instructed you to do post operatively.At the early stage of the healing process, the tissues around the implants are still swollen. Once the swelling subsides and the implants drop to their final position, you will be able to see the final result of your breast augmentation surgery.Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Typically, it's best to wait 6  to 12 months depending on the reason for #revision.  Matters such as sagging or drooping  and size change will not improve with time. As with all cosmetic surgery, results will be rewarding if expectations are realistic. With any surgical procedure, there are some risks which your doctor will discuss with you during your consultation.

Hi,Thanks for your question. You are still very early out. I would recommend waiting, at the least, 3 months. Your implants will continue to settle into position over the next few months. Discuss your concerns with your surgeon so he/she can discuss the best options for you. Best wishes,Dr. BlaggAustin, TX

Normally, plastic surgeons will wait at least 3-4 months to redo an implant for size problems. It is important to wait for all of the edema and swelling to resolve prior to re sizing.

It is recommended that a patient wait 3-6 months before they consider revision augmentation with larger implants to allow complete and proper healing. This also gives ample healing time to determine what the ultimate size of the existing implants will be.

                  The
period of time immediately following breast augmentation surgery is
characterized by rapid change. During this dynamic phase of healing; swelling,
muscle spasm, and the wound healing process itself all contribute to change in
the appearance of a women’s breast.

                  In
addition to these anatomic changes, it takes time to adjust emotionally to new
breast implants. It’s not unusual for patients to feel that their implants are
too large or occasionally to small and this produces anxiety. In the majority
of patients, the adjustment to new breast size occurs with the passage of time
and most patients are ultimately happy with their new breast size.

                  For
these reasons, we rarely perform revisional breast surgery until patients have
had at least 3 to 6 months of recovery. This allows adequate time for swelling,
muscle spasm, and wound healing to resolve. In addition, this gives patients
adequate time for emotional adjustment as well.

                  If
you’re concerned about breast size, make sure you discuss this issue with your
plastic surgeon. Your surgeon should be able to reassure you and make your
post-operative experience more comfortable. 

I would wait at least 4 months before considering doing any type of Breast Revision.  You breasts will continue to change over the next 3-4 months due to the muscle relaxation and stretching of the skin. Changing your implants now before the settling has occurred would not be recommended.  It is not uncommon for women to be unhappy with the size of their breasts immediately after breast augmentation.  This is one of the most common complaints a plastic surgeon may hear early after surgery.  It takes at least 4-5 months for all of the changes to occur from placement of the implants. I would strongly suggest that you give your breasts time to heal and settle before you make a hasty decision to revise your breasts.

My rule of thumb is to wait at least 6 months and preferably 1 year before your next surgery. In the meantime pick out photos from plastic surgeons web sites that best illustrate the size and shape you wish.