Breast implants replacement

You can enjoy the results of breast augmentation using the implants for many years; However, certain changes in your body such as pregnancy and breastfeeding, sudden weight loss and ageing can affect the appearance of breasts. The implants itself can wear with time and integrate with the body tissues which can change the shape of breast. These changes may not be very noticeable, therefore it is very important to come at least once per year to check your breasts. If changes are found and appearance of breasts is not acceptable a breast implant replacement surgery can be done. This surgery is also chosen by the patients, who after some time desire to have bigger breasts.

How the surgery is performed?

The incision is usually made in the same place as for implant insertion. In certain cases, when the altered implant capsule should be removed the incision can be longer. This is discussed with the patient before a surgery during a consultation with a surgeon. Usually breast implant replacement surgery is not very complex as the implant bed already exists. After successful removal of the old implants the new implants are inserted. In certain cases breast implant replacement surgery can be done together with breast lift surgery: when elasticity of breast tissues is lost and breast sagging developed, or when the new implants are smaller than those removed.

Postoperative period

• Breast swelling can last up to3-4 weeks;
• To avoid possible implant dislocation avoid lifting your arms above the head for 3-4 weeks after the surgery;
• A special post-surgical bra should worn for 6 weeks after the surgery;
• Active physical activities and sports should be avoided for about 2 -3 months after the surgery.
• It is recommended to abstain from the direct sunbathing and solarium during the first year after the surgery to avoid scar discolouration;
• The majority of patients return to their usual working activities within the few weeks after the surgery.

PATIENT JOURNEY

Enquiry

• If you would like to get a quote for surgery feel free to fill in this questionnaire: QUESTIONNAIRE.
• The surgeon will evaluate your general health and prepare an individual treatment plan, our patients coordinator will get in touch with you within 1-2 working days.

Booking the treatment

• Once you are approved for the surgery you can choose the suitable date for the treatment. For women: it is recommended to plan the surgery between your menstrual cycles.
• To book the surgery you will be asked to pay deposit payment.
• Next step - flights and accommodation booking. We can also offer help with arranging Your trip and accommodation.

Preparing for the surgery at home

• One month before surgery you will receive guidlines you will be recommended to follow before surgery.

Preparing for the surgery at the clinic

• You will need to arrive to Lithuania at least one day before the surgery. On the 1st a mandatory COVID-19 test is performed, as well as blood tests, ECG, consultation with surgeon.
• Before the surgery you will have to sign an agreement to undergo the surgery and anaesthesia. Please read these documents carefully and if there will be some obscurity or questions sort them out with the doctor and/or doctor-anaesthetist before signing the agreements.
• The payment for the surgery conditions are stated in the Agreement for the provision of personal health care services. The payment can be made by cash or credit card before surgery.

Surgery

• On the day of surgery it is forbidden to use any cosmetics (make up, body cosmetics, inluding self-tanning cosmetics) or jewellery (including all kind of piercings).
• On the 2nd – 3rd day you will have the surgery. You will need to stay at the hospital for 1-2 nights. Here you will be provided with all needed medication and care. Bring only personal hygiene kit (toothbrush, toothpaste, comb etc.). Pyjamas, robe, slippers will be provided by the clinic personnel.
• After the surgery medicine package is given for the first days after surgery.

Back home

• If you have any questions you are always welcome to contact us by phone or email.

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