I've had my Breast Implants for 10 years ( SEBBIN ), should I replace them? I'm afraid of them rupturing.

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Gaurav Bharti, MD, FACS · Answer

It would be important to examine you. You should see a board certified PS first prior to any imaging to get his or her recommendation. If you are not having any problems then there may not be a real hurry to have another surgery. Various imaging modalities can be used to evaluate your implants. You should by FDA recommendation be getting MRI of the breasts every two years to look for rupture.  Unfortunately this is a very expensive test. Sometimes if you're having pain insurance may help cover it.  Good luck.Gaurav Bharti

Christopher J. Morea, MD · Answer

If you are not experiencing any pain or having problems, I would not recommend replacing your implants.Best of luck,

Frank Lista, MD · Answer

If you are not
having any issues with your implants then I would not recommend surgery.  Implants
only need to be changed if a problem develops.  Implants should not be changed
as a matter of course. Most women will live their whole life with their
original implants and will never require a revision.  If you are still uncertain, consult with a
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon to discuss your options.

David Rankin, MD · Answer

If you are not having an issue with your implants at this time, they do not need to be replaced. If there is a concern or an abnormality in your breast then an MRI or ultrasound can be done to determine if there is a leak. If there is a leak, then the implant can be replaced and a new one placed. It is a much more simple surgery early in the course rather than after a sustained leak for a long time.

John Michael Thomassen, MD · Answer

I agree with an MRI to evaluate the implants to make sure they are not ruptured.  Alternatively you may undergo an ultrasound which is cheaper but may not be as sensitive in detecting a defect. If the implants are intact, and they are soft and in a good position, you may not need replacement.  However if they are hard (encapsulated) and displaced, you may consider an exchange at this point.

Roy Ng, FRCS(Plast) · Answer

If you are experiencing no problems with them and they are as they have always been, then leave them alone. It would be unnecessary surgery that could create a problem that wasn't there in the first place. If in doubt, a scan can always confirm if the implants are intact or not. If they are ruptured, then there is appropriate justification for surgery. Even then, it is not an emergency and the procedure can be planned to suit your schedule.

Darryl J. Blinski, MD · Answer

Are you having an implant problem or issue??? Obtain mammogram/MRI of breasts for peace of mind and to see if there is an issue...

Brooke R. Seckel, MD, FACS (retired) · Answer

Thank you for your question.  There is no evidence to suggest that breast implants are more likely to rupture after 10 years.  If your breast implants do not have problems in there is likely no need to replace them.Please see her plastic surgeon for an examination.   If the surgeon find something to be concerned about an MRI can be done to evaluate your implants.The confusion most likely comes from the fact that the FDA states that 23.7% of patients have a  revision in the first 10 years after augmentation.  However this figure includes patients who simply want larger implants.

I've had my Breast Implants for 10 years ( SEBBIN ), should I replace them? I'm afraid of them rupturing.

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