Implant Replacement and Corrective Breast Surgery

Breast implant revision is surgery for patients who already have breast implants and want to replace, remove or correct them. You may be considering revision because you want a different implant size, your breasts have changed over time, or you have concerns about implant position, firmness, asymmetry or a previous result.

Every revision case is different. The first step is understanding what you currently have, what has changed and what you want to improve.

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Breast implant revision in Vietnam is for patients who have previously undergone breast augmentation and now want or need another breast procedure.

Depending on your situation, revision may involve:

• Removing existing implants
• Replacing implants
• Changing implant size or type
• Correcting implant position
• Addressing selected capsular contracture cases
• Correcting breast asymmetry
• Adjusting the implant pocket
• Combining revision with a breast lift
• Removing implants without replacement

Revision breast surgery is not one standard operation. Your surgeon needs to assess your current implants, breast tissue, previous surgery and goals before recommending a treatment plan.

What Is Breast Implant Revision?

Breast implant revision is a secondary breast procedure performed after previous breast augmentation. The reason can be cosmetic, structural, implant related, or a combination of concerns.

Some patients simply want a different size or shape. Others seek revision because something has changed since their original surgery.

Common concerns include:

• Breast shape or symmetry
• Implant position
• Breast firmness
• Skin and breast tissue changes
• Implant condition
• Personal preference

The correct treatment depends on the cause of the concern.

Why Do Patients Consider Breast Implant Revision?

Common reasons include:

• Wanting larger or smaller implants
• Changing implant type
• Breast asymmetry
• Implant displacement
• Capsular contracture
• Suspected implant rupture
• Rippling or visible implant edges
• Breast sagging
• Changes after pregnancy
• Changes after weight loss
• Changes with aging
• Dissatisfaction with a previous result
• Desire to remove implants

Having one of these concerns does not automatically mean you need the same procedure as another patient. The cause needs to be evaluated first.

Implant Replacement

Some patients want their existing implants removed and replaced with new implants because of a change in size preference, implant preference, breast shape or an implant related concern.

The new implant should not be selected based only on cup size. Your surgeon may also consider your chest width, existing breast tissue, skin, implant pocket and the condition of the surrounding capsule.

Changing Your Implant Size

Your preferred breast size may change after your original augmentation. Some patients want to go larger, while others feel their existing implants are too large and want a smaller result.

Changing to a Larger Implant

The surgeon needs to assess whether your existing breast tissue and implant pocket can appropriately support the new implant and whether the new size suits your body proportions.

Changing to a Smaller Implant

After removing a larger implant, the existing pocket and skin may not automatically fit a smaller implant. Additional correction may be required, and selected patients may also benefit from a breast lift.

Capsular Contracture

The body naturally forms a capsule of scar tissue around a breast implant. In some patients, this capsule can tighten around the implant. This is called capsular contracture.

It may cause the breast to become:

• Firmer or harder
• Higher in position
• Different in shape
• Uncomfortable or painful
• Asymmetric compared with the other breast

Not every firm breast has the same cause, so examination is important.

Treatment may involve surgery on the capsule, implant removal or replacement, or another approach depending on the individual case. Capsular contracture can also occur again after corrective surgery.

Implant Rupture

A breast implant rupture means there is a tear or opening in the implant shell. The signs can differ depending on the type of implant.

A suspected rupture should be properly evaluated rather than diagnosed from photographs alone.

If you have imaging or medical reports related to a suspected rupture, send them with your consultation information. The surgeon can determine whether additional examination or imaging is required.

Implant Malposition

Implant malposition means the implant is no longer sitting in the intended position.

An implant may appear:

• Too high
• Too low
• Too far toward the side
• Too close toward the center
• Different in position from the opposite breast

Several factors can contribute to implant position, including the existing implant pocket, breast tissue, previous surgery and scar tissue.

Correction may require more than simply replacing the implant.

Breast Asymmetry After Implants

Some natural breast asymmetry exists before surgery in many patients. Asymmetry can also become more noticeable after augmentation or develop as the breasts change over time.

Differences may involve:

• Breast size
• Implant position
• Nipple position
• Breast fold position
• Breast shape
• Amount of sagging

Revision surgery may improve selected differences, but perfect symmetry cannot be guaranteed. The surgeon first needs to identify where the asymmetry comes from.

Rippling or Visible Implant Edges

Some patients can see or feel parts of their breast implant through the skin.

This can be influenced by:

• Amount of natural breast tissue
• Skin thickness
• Implant characteristics
• Implant position
• Changes in body weight
• Previous surgery

The appropriate treatment depends on the cause and severity.

Breast Implant Revision With a Breast Lift

Breast tissue can change after augmentation because of aging, pregnancy, breastfeeding, weight changes and natural changes in the skin.

Replacing an implant alone does not always correct sagging breast tissue.

Selected patients may therefore need breast implant revision combined with a breast lift. A lift may be considered when the surgeon needs to address loose skin, breast position or nipple position in addition to the implant.

Implant Removal Without Replacement

Not every patient wants another implant. Some patients decide to remove their breast implants without replacement.

The appearance of the breasts afterward depends on:

• Implant size
• How long the implants have been present
• Existing breast tissue
• Skin elasticity
• Breast sagging
• Pregnancy history
• Weight changes

Some patients may consider a breast lift after implant removal, while others may not require additional reshaping.

Do Breast Implants Need to Be Replaced Every 10 Years?

There is no automatic rule that every breast implant must be replaced at exactly 10 years.

However, breast implants are not lifetime devices, and the possibility of complications or additional surgery increases over time.

Keep information about your implant manufacturer, model and previous surgery when possible. If you develop new breast changes or implant concerns, seek medical assessment rather than waiting for a specific implant age.

Revision After Breast Surgery in Another Country

You do not need to have had your original breast augmentation at Dr. Koko to request a revision assessment.

International patients can contact us after previous surgery in Australia, Indonesia, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Korea, Europe or other countries.

The important issue is understanding what was done during your previous operation. If possible, provide information about your original implants and surgery.

What Information Should I Send?

Revision cases require more information than a first breast augmentation.

For your initial assessment, send:

• Current breast photos
• Your age
• Date of previous breast surgery
• Country where surgery was performed
• Implant brand and size if known
• Implant type and placement if known
• Previous incision location if known
• Current symptoms or concerns
• What you want to change
• Previous medical reports if relevant
• Recent imaging if available

Do not worry if you do not have every detail. Send whatever information you have and our team can tell you what else may be useful.

What Photos Should I Send?

Send clear, recent and unfiltered photographs in good lighting showing:

• Front view
• Left side
• Right side
• Left three quarter view
• Right three quarter view

Photos are useful for initial assessment, but they cannot confirm every implant or medical problem.

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International patients can begin their assessment before travelling to Vietnam.

Step 1. Send Your Photos and Surgery Information

Tell us when you had breast augmentation and provide your implant information if available.

Step 2. Explain Your Concern

Tell us what you want to change.

For example:

“My right implant sits lower than my left.”
“My breasts feel very firm.”
“I want smaller implants.”
“I want larger implants.”
“My breasts have started sagging.”
“I think one implant may have moved.”
“I want my implants removed.”

Clear information helps the surgeon understand the reason for your revision request.

Step 3. Send Medical Records if Available

If you have your implant card, operation report, ultrasound, MRI or other relevant medical information, send it with your consultation.

Step 4. Receive Your Initial Recommendation

After reviewing your information, the surgeon can provide an initial assessment and discuss possible treatment options.

The final surgical plan is confirmed after physical examination and any additional evaluation that may be required.

In Person Examination in Vietnam

Breast implant revision cannot be fully planned from photographs alone.

Before surgery, the surgeon may evaluate:

• Breast shape and tissue
• Skin quality
• Implant position
• Existing scars
• Breast symmetry
• Breast fold position
• Nipple position
• Signs of capsular contracture
• Implant information
• Previous surgery
• Your preferred result

Additional examination or imaging may be required in selected cases.

If the physical examination reveals something that could not be identified online, the treatment plan may change.

Breast Implant Revision Price in Vietnam

Breast implant revision does not have one standard price because revision cases vary significantly.

The final price may depend on:

• Whether implants are removed or replaced
• New implant selection and size
• Existing implant pocket
• Capsular contracture
• Capsule treatment required
• Breast asymmetry
• Breast lift requirement
• Previous scars
• Surgical complexity
• Additional correction required

Send your photos and previous implant information for an individual quotation.

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Breast Implant Revision Recovery

Recovery depends on the type and complexity of revision performed.

A straightforward implant exchange can have a different recovery from a more complex procedure involving pocket correction, capsule surgery or a breast lift.

During early recovery, patients may experience:

• Swelling
• Bruising
• Tightness
• Tenderness
• Temporary changes in breast shape

Your surgeon will provide instructions according to your procedure. The breasts can continue changing as swelling settles and the tissues heal.

How Long Should I Stay in Vietnam?

International patients should allow enough time for the in person examination, any required pre surgery evaluation, surgery, early recovery and follow up appointments.

There is no single stay duration appropriate for every breast revision patient.

More complex revision surgery may require a different schedule from a straightforward implant replacement.

Our team can help you understand the expected treatment schedule before you finalize your travel plans.

When Can I Fly Home?

Your return travel depends on:

• Procedure performed
• Early healing
• Surgical complexity
• Follow up requirements
• Surgeon assessment

Do not choose your return flight based only on another patient's experience.

Our team can help you plan your treatment schedule before you finalize your flights.

Read our International Patient Guide to Plastic Surgery in Vietnam for more information.

Breast Implant Revision in Vietnam

Breast Implant Revision FAQ

Can I Change My Breast Implants to a Different Size?

Yes, selected patients can change implant size during revision surgery. The surgeon also needs to assess your existing implant pocket, breast tissue and skin before determining which size is appropriate.

Can I Change to a Different Implant Brand?

This may be possible depending on your current implants, anatomy and treatment plan. Send your existing implant information if available.

Can Capsular Contracture Be Corrected?

Selected capsular contracture cases can be treated surgically. The appropriate treatment depends on severity, implant condition, breast tissue and previous surgery.

Capsular contracture can recur after corrective surgery.

How Do I Know If My Implant Has Ruptured?

A suspected rupture should be medically evaluated.

The signs can differ depending on implant type, and some silicone implant ruptures may not cause obvious changes.

Appropriate imaging or additional evaluation may be recommended.

Can You Correct Implants That Sit Too High or Too Low?

Selected implant position problems may be corrected.

The surgeon needs to assess why the implant moved and the condition of the existing implant pocket before recommending treatment.

Can I Have a Breast Lift During Implant Revision?

A breast lift may be considered for selected patients who also have loose skin, breast sagging or nipple position concerns.

Can I Remove My Implants Completely?

Yes.

Some patients choose implant removal without replacement.

Your surgeon can discuss how your breasts may look after removal and whether additional reshaping or a breast lift may be appropriate.

I Do Not Know Which Implants I Have. Can I Still Request a Consultation?

Yes.

Send whatever information you have. If possible, try to obtain your implant card, previous operation report or information from the clinic where your original surgery was performed.

Can I Have Revision Surgery If My Original Surgery Was Somewhere Else?

Yes.

You can request an assessment even if your original breast augmentation was performed at another clinic or in another country.

How Much Does Breast Implant Revision Cost in Vietnam?

There is no single price for every revision case.

A straightforward implant exchange and a complex revision involving capsule treatment, pocket correction or a breast lift require different treatment plans.

Send your photos and implant information for an individual quotation.

Request Your Free Breast Implant Revision Assessment

If you already have breast implants and are considering replacement, removal or corrective surgery, you can begin with an online assessment before arranging your trip.

Send:

• Current breast photos
• Date of previous surgery
• Implant information if available
• Previous surgery information
• Current concerns or symptoms
• Medical reports or imaging if relevant
• What you want to change
• Your preferred travel period

Our team can review your information and help arrange your initial assessment.

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Medical Disclaimer: This page provides general information and does not replace an individual medical consultation. Breast implant concerns, surgical options, suitability, recovery and results vary between patients. Suspected implant complications require appropriate medical assessment. Your final treatment plan is determined after evaluation by your surgeon.