Medically sound, aesthetically refined – safe replacement of your implants using state-of-the-art technology and our expertise.
Material fatigue or a biological reaction to the implant, such as capsular contracture, may make it necessary to replace the implant. The realization that an implant needs to be replaced is certainly unsettling. As one of the leading specialist practices for breast surgery in Hanover, we develop a treatment plan tailored to your specific situation using the diverse and innovative techniques we have developed. To do this, we use ultrasound diagnostics, state-of-the-art 3D simulations, and techniques such as “en bloc” removal, the “PEP-CAP®” technique developed by us, or reconstruction using autologous fat.
Whether you want to replace, reduce, enlarge, or completely remove your breast implants—every situation requires specialized solutions, which we offer through a wide range of techniques. Our goal is to help you achieve an aesthetically pleasing result.
about 1–2 hours
General anesthesia
One night in the hospital
After about 3–7 days
Changes in tissue, such as those resulting from pregnancy or weight loss, can be harmoniously corrected with a simultaneous breast lift.
Would you like to adjust your size? We can advise you on shape, projection, and volume—always tailored to your body proportions.
For medical issues such as capsular fibrosis or silicone leakage, we offer safe removal of the implant and capsule in a single procedure.
For medical issues such as capsular fibrosis or silicone leakage, we offer safe and muscle-sparing removal of the implant and capsule in a single procedure.
If you decide against new implants, the volume can be restored using your own body fat—without any foreign materials.
If high-quality implants are used following a breast augmentation procedure without complications, they can theoretically remain in the body for decades. Routine replacement at fixed intervals—as was often assumed in the past—is not strictly necessary with today’s CE- and FDA-approved implants. They do not have an “expiration date.” The average lifespan of even the highest-quality implants is approximately 15 years.
For these reasons, an implant replacement may become advisable or necessary—depending on material quality, the age of the implants, and individual changes in the body:
Capsular fibrosis: If the implant becomes severely hardened or deformed, replacement may be necessary—sometimes in combination with removal of the capsule (“en bloc” or “PEP-CAP®”).
Changes due to pregnancy, breastfeeding, or weight loss: If breast tissue changes or sags, a combination of implant replacement and a breast lift can help.
Displacement or visible rippling: This is particularly common with very thin tissue or older implants.
Desire to change implant size: Some women consciously decide years later to switch to a larger or smaller implant.
Safety concerns regarding older or substandard implants: Anyone who underwent surgery many years ago or has implants from a manufacturer that has since become the subject of controversy (e.g., PIP) should have the condition of their implants checked regularly.
Our conclusion: If an implant needs to be replaced, this can be handled very effectively using innovative surgical techniques and customized solutions.
1. Removal of the old implant
This is the most important part of the procedure. Depending on the situation, specialized explantation techniques are used to ensure that the implant can be gently and safely removed from the tissue.
2. Insertion and positioning of the new implant
Here, we use the latest surgical techniques and FDA-approved implants from Polytech, BLite, and Motiva, which are known for their durability in breast reconstruction. The specific implant shapes, materials, and sizes that are appropriate for each individual case depend on the patient’s anatomy and the desired outcome.
3. Optional: Tissue tightening or autologous fat grafting
Combined with aesthetic optimization for a youthful, firm breast shape.
Would you like to have your breast implants removed but still want to maintain your breast volume? Then breast reconstruction using your own fat may be the solution:
This method is particularly suitable if you are looking for moderate augmentation without implants.
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