Breast Implant Remove & Replace Before and After Real Patient Photo Gallery of Dr Mark Doyle Plastic Surgeon
Review Real Patient Results – Pre and Post Breast Implant Changeover Surgery Before and After Photo Gallery
Before and After Breast Implant Exchange Photo Gallery
This photo gallery displays Before and After Photos of Dr Mark Doyle’s breast implant replacement surgery patients. The photos displayed in each gallery depict the results for actual patients.
Please note, that each patient is different, and results can vary from patient to patient.
You can see many more examples of Dr Doyle’s before and after photos during a personal consultation. Please call us on 07 5598 0988 to arrange an appointment with Dr Mark Doyle on the Gold Coast near the Gold Coast Airport.
Disclaimer: All information on the Gold Coast Plastic Surgery website is general in nature and is not intended to be medical advice, nor does it constitute a doctor-patient relationship. Results can vary significantly and depend on individual patient circumstances. Please be aware that the outcomes shown are specific to those patients and may not necessarily reflect the results others may experience. Individual results can vary due to many factors, including genetics, diet, and exercise. All images on this website, unless specified as real patient images, are graphics used for illustrative purposes only. Surgery risks and complications will be covered in detail during a consultation with your surgeon. Book a consult for details regarding your cosmetic surgery procedure.
Breast Implant Replacement Before and After Photos by Specialist Plastic Surgeon Dr Mark Doyle
Breast implant replacement surgery is a surgical procedure for those wishing to remove their original breast implants and replace them with new breast implants. Breast implants can be replaced for many reasons, some due to health concerns, the age of the implants, and the position, size or shape of the implants. Replacing your breast implants can also be a solution to manage scar tissue capsules, that may have hardened the breast over time or breast implants that have ruptured. At Gold Coast Plastic Surgery breast implants used for breast replacement surgery are always a smooth surface breast implant, to prevent the risk of Breast Implant-Associated Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma (BIA-ALCL).
Specialist Plastic Surgeon, Dr Mark Doyle, removes breast implants using the En Bloc surgery technique. This is where the breast implant and the scar tissue are removed together. This can assist with retaining the original shape of the breast and can minimise the risk of complications post-surgery.
As shown above in Dr Doyle’s breast implant replacement ‘before’ and ‘after’ photos, this procedure will generally change the height, shape, texture, or size of your breast implants.
What to Look for In Implant Replacement Photos
When reviewing ‘before’ and ‘after’ plastic surgery photos, it’s vital to know what you’re looking for. These galleries can help you to identify a surgeon’s skill and experience and understand the results you may expect from this surgeon. To make the most out of your gallery viewing, here are some tips to follow:
1. Search For ‘Before’ Photos Which Look Similar To You
There is no point viewing someone else’s breast implant removal photos if they had a completely different anatomy to start with. By searching for patient photos with a similar breast implant shape and size, you can begin compiling your preferred ‘after’ photos. Take note of patients with similar concerns and assess whether you would be satisfied with their post-surgery results. This can help identify whether or not your surgeon aligns with your surgery preference.
2. Look For Consistent, Yet Varied Results
Skilled surgeons can adapt their surgical technique and outcome to complement each patient’s unique anatomy. When searching through breast implant replacement ‘before’ and ‘after’ photos, look for results that appear biological and symmetrical, based on that patient’s features.
Search for variety in the results your surgeon can achieve. If all ‘after’ photos look the same, likely, that the surgeon’s technique, implant placement and implant shape and size aren’t varied enough. This is a sign that they may not be able to achieve your personal surgery goals, rather they’ll aim for the results that they’re skilled at.
3. Improved or Maintained Symmetry
Most people have some form of natural variations in symmetry. Sometimes this is slight, other times it is severe. While a cosmetic doctor may not be able to achieve perfect breast symmetry, an experienced specialist plastic surgeon is trained to improve breast symmetry.
4. Strategically Placed Scars
When you are looking at each surgeon’s ‘before’ and ‘after’ photo galleries, note what the patient’s scars look like, particularly their size and location. While some variation is expected, an experienced specialist plastic surgeon is trained to place incisions in the natural folds of the skin, or where possible, they can be concealed by clothing.
Specialist Plastic Surgeon Dr Doyle prefers to reinsert breast implants using an inframammary incision (an incision that is made underneath your breast in the breast crease). This helps to minimise visible scarring. As shown above in Dr Doyle’s breast prosthesis replacement ‘before’ and ‘after’ photos, this procedure can assist in aligning breast symmetry, along with other health concerns that may have been connected to your initial breast implants. Scars are generally placed in the same position as the original scars but may be longer than the original scars due to the en bloc technique, which doesn’t allow the breast implants to be compressed in the same way as when they were inserted.
5. Learn To Recognise ‘New’ vs. Final Results
Some surgeons take ‘after’ photos sooner than others, sometimes as soon as 1 – 2 months post-surgery. These early after photos can give the impression of subpar results, even though in reality the patient’s results are still healing. Some signs of ‘new’ results include:
- Conspicuous scars that are still bright pink or red
- Breasts sit high on the chest after breast augmentation
- Visible swelling, skin discolouration, or asymmetry
If you like much of that surgeon’s work, but notice that many ‘before’ and ‘after’ photos look like they may be ‘new’, ask the surgeon when the patients’ photos were taken. In general, ‘after’ photos taken 6 months or more after surgery will give you the best indication of how a patient’s final results will appear.
6. Ask To View ‘Before’ and ‘After’ Photos During Your Consultation
Many patients have surgical result photos and are happy to showcase them, they just prefer that they are not posted on the internet. Therefore, as well as viewing ‘before’ and ‘after’ breast implant replacement surgery photos online, ask to view real patients before and after photos during your plastic surgery consultation.
Breast Implant Options
There are many sizes and shapes of breast implants to choose from to align with your preferred surgery outcome. As results vary from patient to patient, you must discuss your reasons for replacing your implants and your surgery goals in detail during your initial consultation with Dr Doyle. This will allow you to select the breast implant shape, size and placement that will best achieve your surgery goals.
Recovery After Remove/Replace Surgery
You’ll likely need 1-2 weeks off work following breast surgery to ensure a quality recovery. Dr Doyle will provide you with post-operative care instructions which you should follow precisely to ensure you are not straining your wounds.
You should also follow Dr Doyle’s best practice cosmetic surgery recovery tips, which include a wound-healing diet and information about the use of supplements. It’s important to do your research before undergoing surgery so that you know what is normal and what is not when it comes to your recovery. You should know when to get in contact with Dr Doyle should a question or concern arise.
What Are The Risks Involved With Implant Replacement Surgery?
All surgery involves risks. Any surgical procedure carries some risk of infection, severe bruising, or reaction to anaesthesia. In the case of breast augmentation surgery, there is also the possibility of complications related to the breast implant, such as rupture, rippling, or capsular contracture. Find out more about the risks of implant replacement surgery in our information guide or on our General Risks of Surgery page.
How Much Does implant replacement surgery cost?
There is a possibility that the cost of new breast implants will be covered by the manufacturer’s warranty if your implants rupture or leak. In some instances, a portion of the surgery costs may also be covered by Medicare. For breast implants that aren’t covered, the final cost of the procedure will vary between patients. Surgeon fees, hospital fees and anaesthetist fees will all need to be factored into the final cost of your surgery again. The best way to get a more accurate idea of what you should budget for is to schedule a consultation with Dr Doyle. You can access our list of pricing resources to find out more about the cost of breast implant replacement surgery:
Breast Replacement FAQS | Frequently Asked Questions About Implant Replacement Surgery
How Do You Know When Breast Implants Require Replacing?
You may notice over time that your implant ‘ripples’ or that there is excess skin. This can be a sign that your implants may be due for replacement, however, it is more common with saline breast implants.
You may also feel that your breast implants have hardened. This can be due to capsular contracture, which can become uncomfortable over time or alter the appearance of the breast implant.
Other reasons you may consider implant replacement can be if your implants have moved and become asymmetrical, one or both implants have ruptured, or you’d like to increase or decrease your breast size.
What Happens If You Don’t Replace Breast Implants?
If you don’t replace your implants, there is a chance that your breast implants may rupture. However, please note this is more common with saline breast implants. Modern breast implants, such as Motiva breast implants are much more durable than saline breast implants and have a generous manufacturer warranty, which protects against potential breast implant ruptures.
Capsular contracture is also common if you don’t replace your breast implants after many years. Capsular contracture is when hardened scar tissue develops around one or both breast implants, furthermore causing potential discomfort. The scar tissue can be removed during implant replacement surgery. When the scar tissue and the breast implant are removed at the same time, this is known as an En Bloc surgical technique. Dr Doyle recommends removing his patient’s breast implants using this advanced surgical technique.
What Happens When You Remove Your Breast Implants and Don’t Replace Them?
Breast implants can add volume and size to your chest. Removing breast implants then removes the added volume and size, with the breasts generally returning to their original shape. Please note, due to the stretching of the skin, from the breast implants (and depending on the length of time they were in place), there may be excess skin present. This can be more apparent in women who have larger breast implants.
Replacing the original breast implants with new breast implants can minimise the amount of excess skin and skin laxity and retain the volume and size of your breasts.
What Is The Average Cost To Replace Breast Implants?
If you choose to remove your implants and replace them, additionally, you can expect to pay from $2,500 for the cost of the breast implants. Some women instead choose to have a breast lift to increase their breast volume and remove excess skin. You can find out more about the cost of a breast lift in our pricing guide.
What Are The Safest Available Breast Implants?
Silicone implants are considered lower risk for implantation when compared to saline implants. Silicone is preferred for several reasons. One reason is that they are less likely to rupture, and this is why Dr Doyle recommends Motiva brand breast implants to his patients.
Is Breast Implant Replacement Surgery Painful?
During surgery, you will have a general anaesthetic, therefore you should not feel any pain during your breast implant removal or breast implant replacement procedure. Post-surgery pain and healing can vary amongst patients, patients generally note that it is more uncomfortable than it is painful. Pain can be managed by pain medication prescribed by Dr Doyle.
Breast implant removal and breast implant replacement surgery may be right for you if you suffer from one or more of the complications associated with breast augmentation surgery. If you believe you may be suffering from Breast Implant Illness, it is recommended that you remove and do not replace your breast implants.
Book a Consultation
If you would like to learn more about remove/replace breast implant surgery or would like to view more before and after images, book a consultation with Specialist Plastic Surgeon, Dr Mark Doyle on the Gold Coast.
About Dr Mark Doyle FRACS (Plas) – Queensland Plastic Surgeon
Servicing patients in Gold Coast, Brisbane, Sunshine Coast, Cairns and New South Wales NSW – Northern Rivers, Byron Bay, Ballina, Lismore and more.
Dr Mark Doyle is a fully qualified Specialist Plastic Surgeon with over 30 years of experience performing breast, body, face and nose surgery. He has completed all required training and only carries out approved surgical practices. There are NO undertrained doctors or cosmetic doctors acting as surgeons at Gold Coast Plastic Surgery.
