What revision surgery does
Revision of breast augmentation addresses implants that have shifted, hardened, rippled, leaked, or ruptured, and cosmetic results altered by pregnancy, weight change, or aging. Depending on the issue, surgery can replace implants, remove or release the scar tissue capsule, reposition a malpositioned implant, or remove implants altogether. The goal is to correct deformity while aligning outcomes with updated aesthetic goals.
At your consultation Dr. Sahar reviews prior operative records when available, performs a focused examination, and may use imaging to evaluate implant integrity and capsule formation. Together you will discuss realistic goals, incision and pocket options, and whether exchange, capsulectomy, pocket revision, or explantation best meets your needs, informed by his published experience with breast deformity after prior operations.
How results are determined
Several anatomic and surgical factors shape the revision outcome: the quality and thickness of native breast tissue, the extent and character of scar capsule, implant size and placement from the prior surgery, and the integrity of surrounding support structures. Patient goals and lifestyle — such as athletic activity or plans for future pregnancy — also influence choices the surgeon recommends.
Trade-offs are common: removing a heavily scarred capsule may improve shape but can also require more complex dissection, while preserving tissue can minimize new incisions at the cost of limited reshaping. Dr. Sahar discusses these constraints openly during planning, ensuring patients understand possible needs for additional procedures to achieve symmetry or long-term stability.
Recovery and follow-up care
Recovery varies with what is corrected and the procedures chosen; most patients experience swelling, bruising, and discomfort that settle with rest, topical care, and activity modification. Follow-up visits allow Dr. Sahar to monitor healing, check implant position or wound status, and advise on gradually returning to regular routines without presuming specific timelines before evaluation.
Our Beverly Hills location near the Golden Triangle and Santa Monica Boulevard is convenient for post-operative visits, with parking structures and Metro D Line connections nearby. Patients often combine follow-up appointments with local errands or hotel stays, making care practical for residents and visitors while maintaining regular communication with the practice about any concerns during recovery.
