Breast Revision
Breast revision is a highly individualized procedure for patients who are unhappy with the results of past breast surgery. At Appleby Plastic Surgery, our surgical team includes Canada’s leading experts on breast revision and complex breast surgery. Whether you’re dealing with asymmetry, capsular contracture, rippling, or need implant replacement, you’ll be in the best of hands at Appleby.
(Implant Replacement, Reshaping, Breast Surgery Correction)
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Every breast revision case is different. Your plan will depend on what’s not working, your implant history, and what you want to achieve going forward. We’ll work closely with you to understand the issue and recommend a safe, effective solution. Surgery is typically performed under general anesthesia and ranges from 2 to 4 hours, depending on complexity.
Your procedure may include:
works—
how it
Implant replacement
with a different size, type, or shape.
Explantation
with a Breast Lift or Fat Transfer.
Correction of capsular
contracture (scar tissue).
Asymmetry or rippling correction
Reshaping the implant pocket or repositioning the nipple
In general, here’s what most breast revision patients experience:
Use of a supportive surgical bra.
Tightness or asymmetry early in healing that improves over time.
A return to desk work in 7 to 10 days.
expect—
what to
Your surgeon and nurse will walk you through your personalized recovery plan.
& recovery
timeline —
stage
what to expect
Consultation
We’ll assess your breast history, goals, and current condition to design a revision plan.
Surgery
2 to 4 hours under general anesthesia. May include implant exchange, removal, reshaping, or lift.
First week
Soreness, swelling, and compression support. Return to light activity within 1 week.
4–6 weeks
Resume light exercise. Results begin to settle. Scar care typically begins.
Full result
By 3 to 6 months, swelling resolves and breast shape continues to refine.
Procedure —
Breast Revision
Seamless care
to ensure your entire experience, from consult to recovery, is positive.
Precision-focused results
A final result that meets our high standards and achieves your goal.
to handle complex cases and deliver results that restore confidence.
Technical mastery
collaborating to craft your ideal outcome.
Team of top-tier surgeons
Our clinic was designed to make your experience easier—from streamlined consults to overnight care, and everything in between.
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why choose
Yes. Many patients choose to remove implants and reshape the breast using Fat Transfer. We’ll assess if you’re a candidate during the consultation.
Is revision more complicated than first-time surgery?
It can be. That’s why it’s important to work with a surgical team experienced in revisions and technically complex procedures.
What if I just want to remove the implants?
That’s an option. We often combine Implant Removal with a Breast Lift to restore shape after explant surgery.
Can I improve symmetry from a past surgery?
Absolutely. We routinely correct asymmetry. Our surgeon will speak honestly with you about realistic outcomes you can expect from a breast revision.
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Can I switch from implants to fat transfer?
Common reasons include dissatisfaction with a prior surgery, implant aging, rippling, size changes, or scar tissue (capsular contracture).