(By Dr Shweta Aggarwal, Consultant Plastic Surgeon, London) Introduction Breast implants aren’t designed to last forever. Most women enjoy beautiful results for many years, but time, lifestyle, and body changes can all influence how implants look and feel. Eventually, some patients consider a breast implant exchange  — also called implant replacement or revision surgery. Whether you’re experiencing discomfort, want to change your size or shape, or simply wish to refresh your

(By Dr Shweta Aggarwal — Consultant Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon, London) Am I Suitable for Breast Reduction Surgery? Large, heavy breasts can cause physical and emotional distress. Many women develop neck, shoulder and back pain , difficulty exercising, or chronic rashes under the breast fold. You may be a good candidate if you: Have persistent discomfort or posture strain Experience bra-strap grooves or skin irritation Struggle to find clothing that fits comfortably Fee

(By Dr Shweta Aggarwal — Consultant Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon, London) If you have breast implants, you will also have a thin layer of scar tissue around each implant called a “capsule.” A capsulectomy for breast implants  is surgery to remove some or all of that capsule. This article explains when it’s considered, the limits and risks, and what to expect. What is the capsule and why does it form? The capsule is your body’s normal response to a medical implant. In man

(By Dr Shweta Aggarwal — Consultant Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon, London) What is mastopexy? Mastopexy is a surgical technique that involves removing excess skin and tightening the surrounding tissue to uplift the breasts. Unlike breast augmentation , which focuses on increasing breast size, mastopexy primarily aims to improve the position and shape of the breasts. However, many patients combine mastopexy with breast augmentation to achieve both enhanced firmness and siz

(By Dr Shweta Aggarwal — Consultant Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon, London) What is breast implant removal? Breast implant removal, also known as explantation, is a surgical procedure to remove previously inserted breast implants. There are various reasons why individuals opt for breast implant removal, ranging from health concerns and complications to personal preferences and lifestyle changes.    What are the reasons for breast implant removal? Over time, breast implants

(By Dr Shweta Aggarwal — Consultant Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeon, London) What is oncoplastic breast surgery and who is it suitable for? Oncoplastic breast surgery is the aesthetic part of breast cancer surgery. The best way to describe it is to think of the breast skin as the envelope and the breast tissue as filling.   When we take the cancer out, there's a cavity that's left in the breast which fills with fluid initially. If nothing's done to fill that cavity, then ove