Breast implant exchange in Sarasota

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Old implants don’t have to dictate your shape or your confidence. Whether you want a softer feel, a different size, or peace of mind after a rupture scare, Sarasota Surgical Arts, an AAAHC-accredited surgery center, delivers safe breast implant exchanges in Sarasota and Kirkland that match your current goals.

Voted “Best Cosmetic Surgeon” five years running, 600+ Google ★★★★★ reviews, RealSelf “Top Doctor,” and over 2,000 breast procedures performed—Dr. Alberico J. Sessa and the Sarasota Surgical Arts team bring proven expertise and consistently spectacular results to every breast implant-exchange case in Sarasota.

Why Patients Choose an Implant Exchange

  • Aging implants (10 + years) showing rippling or leakage
  • Desire for a larger or smaller size after life changes
  • Capsular contracture, malposition, or double-bubble deformity
  • Switching from saline to modern “gummy-bear” silicone for a natural feel
  • Removing implants entirely for a “breast-explant + lift” refresh

Breast Implant Exchange Options in Sarasota at a Glance

  • Size upgrade or downgrade –Dr. Sessa can add fullness or lighten your profile using the same scar, tailoring the pocket so the new implant sits naturally.
  • Cohesive silicone (“gummy bear”) – Firmer gel that keeps its teardrop shape and minimizes ripples if a rupture ever occurs.
  • Classic silicone gel – Soft, time-tested option with the widest range of sizes and projections.
  • Modern saline – Inserted empty, then filled for precise sizing and instant leak detection—handy if you’re choosing between half-sizes.

How Much Does Breast Implant Exchange Cost?

Dr. Sessa will give you a personalized quote at your consultation, the fee bundles his surgical time, our AAAHC-accredited OR, garments, and every follow-up; only anesthesia is billed separately. Sarasota Surgical Arts accepts CareCredit, other payment-plan options, major cards, and HSA/FSA funds to keep treatment affordable.

Are You a Candidate?

  • Overall good health & stable weight
  • At least six months post-pregnancy or breastfeeding
  • Realistic expectations & willingness to follow recovery guidelines
  • Desire for simultaneous lift, fat transfer, or scar revision (optional)

Your Customized Implant Exchange Procedure

Consultation & 3-D Preview

At your visit, Dr. Sessa captures a Vectra® 3-D scan, lets you “try on” various sizes and gel types on-screen, and maps the best incision strategy, often the same scar you already have.

Explant & Pocket Refinement

Under general anesthesia in our state-certified outpatient center, the old implants come out through the existing inframammary fold. If capsular contracture is present, an en-bloc capsulectomy removes the entire scar capsule before sculpting a fresh, right-sized pocket.

No-Touch Implant Placement

Your new saline, classic silicone, or cohesive-gel (“gummy bear”) devices are inserted with a Keller Funnel™—the sterile, no-touch method that lowers infection and contracture risk. Placement is adjusted (over or under the muscle) to match your softness and profile goals.

Finishing Touches & Same-Day Discharge

If extra lift or upper-pole fullness is desired, a short-scar mastopexy or targeted fat grafting is performed before layered closure and a supportive surgical bra. Total OR time averages 1½–2½ hours, and you head home the same day with a detailed recovery app and a trusted adult escort

Recovery & Results

  • Procedure & discharge – Surgery typically runs about two hours in our accredited suite; you go home the same day in a supportive bra.
  • Days 1–2 – Expect chest tightness and swelling that good oral pain meds keep manageable.
  • Desk work – Most patients feel ready for computer or light office duties by day 5–7.
  • Heavy lifting/swimming – Hold off on weights, laps, or vigorous workouts until weeks 4–6 (your follow-up will give the green light).
  • Final shape – Implants “drop & fluff,” softening into place over 3–4 months.
  • Warranty & follow-ups—Modern implants come with a lifetime manufacturer warranty, and scheduled check-ins keep results on track long-term.

Book Your Implant Exchange Consultation in Sarasota and Kirkland

Schedule a complimentary 3-D consultation with Dr. Sessa now. Call 941-923-1736 or tap the button below—our coordinators will reserve your imaging session, review flexible financing, and help you lock in the ideal surgery date.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

  • How much does a breast implant exchange cost in Sarasota?

    Pricing is case-specific because the surgeon may need to remove scar tissue, rebuild the pocket, or add a lift. Sarasota Surgical Arts gives a personalized quote at your consultation after examining your current implants and goals.

  • How painful is breast implant exchange?

    Most patients report mild to moderate chest tightness and swelling for the first 48 hours; oral pain medication keeps it manageable, and discomfort steadily eases after the first week.

  • What is the recovery time for implant exchange?

    Plan 5–7 days off desk work, resume light cardio in two weeks, and wait 4–6 weeks for heavy lifting or swimming; the final shape settles by 3–4 months.

To learn more and schedule a consultation, call us at 941-923-1736. You can also reach out online via our Price Simulator™, contact forms, and chat.

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