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What Breast Implant Options Are Available for Breast Revision Surgery?

Posted On: October 08, 2026 Author: The Office of Dr. Stuart Linder Posted In: Breast Implants, Breast Revision

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If you are considering breast revision surgery in Beverly Hills, you do not necessarily have to replace your current implants with the same size, type, or profile. One of the advantages of breast revision surgery is the opportunity to reconsider your breast implants based on your changing anatomy, concerns, and aesthetic goals.

Your breast implant options for breast revision surgery or breast reconstruction surgery can include saline or silicone implants, different sizes, and different implant profiles. For patients seeking breast revision in Beverly Hills, Dr. Stuart Linder evaluates your existing implants and breast tissue before recommending an option designed around your body and the changes you want to make.

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What Breast Implant Options Are Available for Breast Revision Surgery?

There are two main types of breast implants: saline-filled and silicone gel-filled implants. Both use a silicone outer shell and come in different sizes, shapes, and configurations.

With Dr. Linder, the right implant type depends on factors such as your breast tissue, current measurements, body frame, existing implant pocket, and desired breast appearance. He typically uses smooth, high-profile implants from Mentor® or Allergan™ for breast revision procedures.

Saline Breast Implants

Saline implants contain sterile saline solution inside a silicone shell. If a saline implant ruptures, the implant generally deflates and creates a noticeable change in breast size or breast shape. The body absorbs the saline solution, although the implant shell still requires evaluation and possible removal or change in implant placement.

Saline implants come in different profiles and can provide different degrees of projection depending on the implant selected.

Silicone Breast Implants

Silicone implants contain silicone gel within a silicone outer shell. They are designed to maintain their shape, providing a soft, natural feel, particularly for patients who have less natural breast tissue covering the implant.

Unlike saline implant deflation, silicone rupture may not create an obvious change in the breast, as the implant leaks into the surrounding pocket. This is known as a silent rupture, which can be difficult to detect without imaging. Periodic MRI screenings or other recommended imaging can help identify a rupture that may not otherwise produce noticeable symptoms.

When you are deciding between saline and silicone during revision surgery, Dr. Linder can discuss how each option relates to your breast tissue, previous surgery, and cosmetic priorities.

How Does Breast Implant Profile Affect Your Revision Results?

Implant material is only one part of choosing your new breast implants. Profile also affects how the implant sits on your chest and how much forward projection it provides. Implant profile is the relationship between an implant’s base width and projection.

Available profiles include:

  • Low profile: Provides less projection and may fit patients seeking a more subtle change.
  • Moderate profile: Offers more width and may complement a broader chest wall.
  • High profile: Uses a narrower base with greater projection and is commonly used in Dr. Linder’s practice.
  • Extra-high profile: Provides additional projection and upper-pole fullness for appropriately selected patients.

Your physical build, natural breast dimensions, chest width, and goals all influence which profile may work best. Implant selection should account for your natural breasts and overall frame instead of considering implant volume alone.

Can I Change the Size and Type of Breast Implant for Breast Revision Surgery?

You can potentially change both the size and type of implant during breast revision surgery. Depending on your goals and anatomy, this could mean switching from saline to silicone, selecting a different profile, or choosing an implant that changes the proportions of one or both breasts.

The reason for your revision also matters. For example, patients may seek revision because of implant rupture, rippling, implant movement, capsular contracture, bottoming out, dissatisfaction with a previous result, or simply a change in aesthetic preference. Patients can also seek reconstructive surgery following breast cancer treatment. Each concern can shape how Dr. Linder approaches implant selection.

You don’t need to decide on the exact implant before your consultation. Dr. Linder examines your current implants, takes measurements, reviews your medical history, and discusses your goals before recommending techniques and additional surgery.

Why Choose Dr. Linder for Breast Implant Revision or Breast Reconstruction in Beverly Hills?

Revision surgery requires a breast surgeon to evaluate both your current breast anatomy and the effects of your previous operation. For patients considering breast implant revision in Beverly Hills, Dr. Stuart Linder is a board-certified plastic surgeon with years of comprehensive breast enhancement surgery experience.

With over 1,000 breast revision procedures and 14,000 breast augmentation surgeries, Dr. Linder emphasizes patient education and care first and foremost. Throughout your revision, he uses his unique understanding of breast anatomy to tailor your treatment to your needs and goals. You can expect a carefully crafted combination of advanced surgical techniques and individualized care that helps you achieve natural-looking results.

For patients considering a different implant, this individualized evaluation can help narrow the many choices down to the size, material, and profile that fit your specific revision goals.

Frequently Asked Questions About Breast Implant Options for Revision Surgery

Can I switch from saline to silicone implants during breast revision?

Yes. Implant material can be changed during revision surgery, and both saline and silicone implants are FDA-approved for use in breast revision procedures.

Can I switch from silicone to saline implants?

Yes. Revision surgery can allow you to change implant material based on your anatomy, goals, and preferences. Dr. Linder can discuss the differences between saline and silicone and determine whether changing materials fits your surgical plan.

Do I have to use the same implant size I currently have?

No. Resizing implants is a common reason patients undergo breast revision. Your measurements, chest wall dimensions, existing tissue, and desired appearance help guide the new size.

Can I choose a different implant profile?

Yes. Patients can change their implant profile during revision surgery. Available profiles vary in base width and projection, so your anatomy and desired breast contour help determine an appropriate choice.

Are breast implants permanent after revision surgery?

No breast implant should be considered a lifetime device. The longer you have breast implants, the greater the risk of complications.

Explore Your Breast Implant Surgery Options With Dr. Linder in Beverly Hills, CA

Breast revision lets you address more than an issue with an older implant. You may also be able to reconsider the size, material, profile, and overall breast appearance you want today.

If you are considering breast revision surgery in Beverly Hills, schedule a consultation with Dr. Stuart Linder. He can evaluate your existing implants, discuss what you would like to change, and help you understand which breast implant options may be appropriate for your anatomy and revision goals. Call (310) 275-4813 or complete the online contact form to get started today.