Breast implant exchange in Vienna

When is an implant exchange necessary?

A breast implant exchange can be necessary for various reasons. In some cases, a change of implant is indicated for aesthetic reasons. Ageing, weight gain or loss or hormonal fluctuations, for example, can change the breasts so that an implant exchange becomes necessary. Medical reasons can also require an exchange, such as capsular contracture, which can lead to hardening of the breast or a change in breast shape.

If you are considering an implant exchange in Vienna, you can rely on Dr. Handl's expertise. In a personal consultation, he explains the course of treatment and discusses your individual goals, expectations and options, as well as possible risks.

In a breast implant exchange, both an enlargement and an improvement of the breast shape are possible. With old breast implants, switching to a modern implant is also often advisable for medical and aesthetic reasons. Dr. Handl can help you choose the right implant for your individual needs.

The operation itself is performed under general or local anaesthesia and can be carried out as an outpatient procedure in Vienna. The access route of a previous operation can usually be used to minimise scarring. After the old implant has been removed, it is checked for damage, and in most cases the old implant capsule is removed. The implant pocket is then reshaped and a new implant is inserted. Depending on the starting point, this can be placed over or under the chest muscle.

After the operation, you can usually return to work and everyday activities after just a few days. However, you should avoid physical exertion in the first weeks after the operation and wear a support bra to aid healing.

With Dr. Handl in Vienna, you have an experienced and qualified surgeon at your side who offers you the best possible treatment.

A breast implant exchange is a surgical procedure in which an existing breast implant is replaced with a new one. The reasons for changing the implant can be many, for example a change in breast shape or size, capsular contracture (hardening of the capsule around the implant), displacement of the implant, an implant defect or dissatisfaction with the current implant.

Before the procedure, a detailed consultation and examination are carried out to establish the patient's individual wishes and expectations and to choose the right implant size and shape. It is also checked whether an additional breast lift is necessary.

The implant exchange is usually performed under general anaesthesia. The old implant is removed, the breast is lifted if necessary and the new implant is inserted. The operation can be performed as an outpatient or inpatient procedure and usually takes 40 to 60 minutes.

After the operation, the breasts need to be spared for a few weeks to support healing and avoid complications. Sporting activities should be avoided for a few weeks.

A breast implant exchange can help to increase self-confidence and satisfaction with your own body and to achieve an aesthetically pleasing breast shape.

On the day of your treatment, we ask you to arrive at the clinic at least 4 hours before the operation. This allows you to check in calmly at the private clinic, as in a hotel.

After the usual admission procedures, you are taken to your room and the anaesthetist goes through all the details of the anaesthesia with you once more.

Directly before the procedure, you are measured and photographed again, and careful documentation is prepared. You can voice wishes and ask questions at any time.

Dr. Handl never operates under time pressure, so the operating time varies with the surgical technique, your anatomy and the effort involved.

After the operation, you spend the first hours in the recovery unit. Experienced nursing staff look after you constantly until you feel fit enough for your own room.

Once you are back in your room, you can also receive private visitors.

Breast implant exchange costs

The cost of a breast implant exchange cannot be stated as a flat rate, as it depends heavily on your individual starting point and the desired corrections. An exchange is often combined with other measures, such as removing hardened capsules, reshaping the breast or a simultaneous lift. The choice of new implants, the type of anaesthesia and the decision between outpatient and inpatient treatment also affect the overall calculation.

A further cost factor is the effort involved in planning the operation, its duration and the necessary aftercare. Dr. Handl places importance on a sound medical assessment in order to create a precisely tailored treatment plan based on your physical condition. A binding cost plan is drawn up after the personal consultation and covers all medical services related to your procedure – transparent and without hidden extra costs.

If you are considering an implant exchange, a personal conversation with Dr. Handl gives you the opportunity to discuss your goals, your questions and your medical situation in full. On this basis, you receive a realistic assessment of the options and a sound overview of the expected total effort.

Book a no-obligation consultation now and receive personal care – individual, discreet and at the highest professional level.

Replacing breast implants can be necessary or desired for many different reasons – for example because the shape of the breasts no longer matches how you feel, because capsular contracture is causing discomfort, or because the implant should be replaced due to its age. Changes after pregnancy or weight loss, or a general wish for a more modern implant, also often lead to the decision for an implant exchange.

Dr. Markus-Johannes Handl is a specialist in plastic, aesthetic and reconstructive surgery and has many years of experience in breast surgery – both primary procedures and complex exchange and corrective operations. Every treatment begins with a detailed consultation in which Dr. Handl responds to your wishes, assesses the medical options realistically and explains the entire process transparently.

The operation is planned and performed with the utmost precision. The existing implant is removed through access routes that are as inconspicuous as possible, the breast is additionally shaped if needed, and the new implant is carefully inserted. Whether the procedure is performed as an outpatient or with a short inpatient stay depends on your individual circumstances and is also decided in advance. After the procedure, Dr. Handl accompanies you through the healing phase with a structured aftercare plan – with the aim of achieving an aesthetically harmonious and stable long-term result.

An implant exchange is more than a purely technical procedure – it is an opportunity to bring your personal body image back into line with your own expectations. If you value medical quality, aesthetic sensitivity and personal care, Dr. Handl in Vienna is your reliable contact.