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My breast implant is the wrong shape – what can I do?

My breast implant is the wrong shape – what can I do?

Whilst extremely rare, breast augmentations do carry a slight risk of complication. One of the main symptoms that something is wrong is a significant change in the look and feel of your implant.  In this blog, we will look at some of the possible...

Breast Implants and Cancer

Breast Implants and Cancer

Breast implants have become a widely chosen option for women seeking to enhance their body image and self-confidence. However, concerns about the potential link between breast implants and cancer have prompted important conversations within the...

Concerned About Breast Implants and Health?

Concerned About Breast Implants and Health?

If you’re concerned about breast implants and your health, it’s important to address your concerns in a proactive and informed manner. While breast augmentation is generally safe, it’s natural to want to ensure your well-being....

Signs and symptoms of capsular contracture

Signs and symptoms of capsular contracture

Signs and Symptoms to Watch For: Capsular contracture is a potential complication that can occur after breast augmentation surgery. It involves the formation of scar tissue around breast implants, causing the tissue to become tight, firm, and...

Understanding breast implant illness

Understanding breast implant illness

Breast augmentation has been a popular cosmetic procedure for decades, empowering women to enhance their self-confidence and body image. However, in recent years, concerns about a condition known as “breast implant illness” (BII) have...

Understanding Breast Implant Rupture

Understanding Breast Implant Rupture

Breast augmentation has provided countless women with the opportunity to enhance their self-confidence and body image. While breast implants are generally durable, there is a possibility of rupture over time. Recognizing the signs of a potential...

BIA-ALCL- Understanding Breast Implant Cancer

BIA-ALCL- Understanding Breast Implant Cancer

Breast Implant Cancer | BIA-ALCL Breast implants are a popular choice for many women seeking to enhance their appearance. While the procedure is generally safe, it is crucial to be aware of potential risks and complications. One such concern is...

Breast Implant Rupture and Symptoms: Understanding the Risks

Breast Implant Rupture and Symptoms: Understanding the Risks

Breast Implant Rupture Breast augmentation surgery has long been a popular choice for women seeking to enhance their appearance and boost their self-confidence. However, as with any medical procedure, there are risks involved. One significant risk...

Breast Implant Illness – Signs to watch out for

Breast Implant Illness – Signs to watch out for

BII Breast Implant Illness Breast implant illness (BII) is a term used to describe a set of symptoms that some women report experiencing after having breast implants. Currently, BII is not an officially recognized medical diagnosis, and there is...

The different types of breast implants

The different types of breast implants

The different types of breast implants If you are considering undergoing breast augmentation, you may be looking at the different types of breast implants, and which one would be suitable for you.  Now, there are two main types of breast implants,...

Is Something Wrong with My Breast Implant?

Is Something Wrong with My Breast Implant?

Is Something Wrong with My Breast Implant? Whilst breast augmentation remains one of the safest cosmetic procedures on the market, it is important to remember that like any surgical procedure, they can carry a risk of potential complications.  In...

Breast implants- Boobs the wrong shape

Breast implants- Boobs the wrong shape

Breast implants- Boobs the wrong shape In cases of breast augmentation, a complication is extremely rare but as with all medical procedures, it is important to remember that there is always a slight risk. Now, one of the signs that something could...

Why should I get my breast implants checked?

Why should I get my breast implants checked?

Why should I get my breast implants checked? Silicone implants used for breast augmentation (“boob job”) or breast reconstruction are medical devices that, like all devices, are subject to wear and tear. With time, thinning of the implant shell can...

How to tell if your implant is ruptured

How to tell if your implant is ruptured

How to tell if your implant is ruptured A common worry for women who have breast implants is whether the breast implant is ruptured or not.  This can become a source of worry particularly when the implants have been in place for a long time or...

What is capsular contracture?

What is capsular contracture?

In some women, this capsule begins to tighten and squeeze the breast implant, which is known as capsular contracture.  In most cases, capsular contracture is completely asymptomatic.  In some women, it can change the shape of the breast and symptoms of tightness and pain.