The decision to have breast implants is an important one. This is an investment made to help you achieve the feminine curves you desire, which often helps improve your self-image.
 
Breast implants do not last forever, and there are many reasons women may choose to have their implants removed, usually a decade or two after the initial surgery.
 
Before deciding on an implant, your plastic surgeon will cover the care procedures for your implants and the necessary check-ups you must attend to help your implants last longer.
 
Breast augmentation nz is an effective way to improve the appearance of your breasts. Although they are generally designed to be safe and durable, the American Society of Plastic Surgeons says that implants are not lifelong devices.
 
On average, implants today have been designed to last for more than a decade, with an increased risk of rupture by one percent each year. Therefore, the older your implants are, the higher your risk of rupture or other complications.
 
In many cases, breast implants can remain in good condition for 20 years or more. Every patient is different, and the age of her implants will depend on her body and how well they take care of the implants.
 
There are many different complications that can affect how long a breast implant lasts and when you need to have your implants replaced.
 
Breast stiffness or capsular contracture occurs when scar tissue hardens around one or both implants. This scar tissue can cause tightness, pain, tenderness, and changes in the size and shape of the breasts.
 
When a saline implant ruptures, it bursts as fast as a balloon. Due to the perforation or rupture of the implant, the salts will leak out and be absorbed by the surrounding tissues.
 
As the saline comes out, the size and shape of the breast will disappear and it will eventually look very different from the other breast. The risk of salt emissions is very low in the early years, but the risk increases each year.
 
Often referred to as silent rupture, silicone breast implant rupture is quite different. Inside silicone implants is a thick silicone gel that often remains inside the implant or surrounding tissue, even in the event of an implant rupture.
 
Because of this, it is often difficult to tell when a silicone implant will burst. You may notice changes in the size of your breasts, including the way they look, or changes in the feel of your breasts, such as tingling, swelling, burning, or numbness.
 
In some cases, the implants may have wrinkles or ripples. You may be able to feel them, and in extreme cases, they can be seen through your skin.
 
Although breast implants can change your appearance, they do not stop the aging process. As you age, gravity continues to take its toll and your breasts continue to sag. Extreme weight shifts can also contribute to position changes.
 
When this happens, you may want to consider a breast lift or implant replacement to get your breasts back into the desired shape.
 
Some women want to change the shape of their breasts immediately after the initial surgery. This could mean revision surgery with larger or smaller implants, or complete removal of the implants.