On average, how long does the procedure take to replace two ruptured implants and a have a lollipop breast lift?

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What is the average surgery time it takes to perform an implant replacement for two ruptured implants and a lollipop breast lift?

Mert Demirel, MD · Answer

On average, replacing two ruptured implants with a lollipop breast lift may take around 3 to 5 hours, but the exact time depends on the complexity of the case.
If the implants are ruptured, the surgeon may need extra time to clean out silicone, remove or revise capsule tissue, control bleeding, and create a healthy pocket for the new implants. This can make the surgery longer than a simple implant exchange.
A lollipop lift also adds time because the nipple position, breast skin envelope, and breast shape need to be adjusted carefully on both sides. If there is asymmetry, thin tissue, capsular contracture, or significant scar tissue, the operation may take longer.
Surgery time is not the only safety factor. Anesthesia time, your health, the facility, blood clot prevention, and the surgeon’s plan all matter. A careful revision that takes longer may be safer than rushing.
My advice would be to ask your surgeon what they expect in your specific case: whether capsulectomy is needed, whether silicone cleanup is expected, and how long you will be under anesthesia. For many patients, 3 to 5 hours is a reasonable general estimate.

Leila Kasrai, MD, FRCSC · Answer

It really depends on the patient’s goals, situation and the surgeon’s experience. Anywhere from 2-4 hours may be typical, but it could be longer for more complex cases.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear  Phoofie,

it is hard to tell for sure without an examination. Every surgery is different and you don't know exactly how long it will take to finish it.  If you are considering surgery, I would suggest you consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination, you will get more information and recommendations.

Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Semih Yildiz, MD, FEBOPRAS · Answer

For replacing two ruptured implants and performing a lollipop breast lift, a common operating-room estimate is often about 2.5 to 4 hours, but it can be longer if there is significant capsule work, silicone cleanup, implant pocket revision, asymmetry correction, or difficult scar tissue. The lift itself adds planning time because nipple position, skin removal, and implant support all have to be balanced.

The most useful estimate should come from your surgeon after examining you and reviewing the implant rupture details. Also remember that the total time at the surgery center is longer than the actual surgery because it includes check-in, anesthesia preparation, waking up, and recovery monitoring.

Finny George, MD · Answer

Hi, thank you for sharing your question. Depending on individual anatomy and situation, surgery time will vary but on average, this procedure as described should take 2.5-3 hours.

On average, how long does the procedure take to replace two ruptured implants and a have a lollipop breast lift?

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