Whether your breast implants no longer reflect your aesthetic goals or you’re experiencing issues like firmness or leakage, a breast implant exchange — also called a remove and replace procedure — can restore or enhance your look. At Orange County Plastic Surgery, board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Juris Bunkis specializes in advanced breast revision techniques to ensure soft, natural, and beautiful results.
Breast Procedures
Breast Implant Exchange In Newport Beach, Orange County, CA
A breast implant exchange involves removing your current implants and replacing them with new ones that better fit your body and preferences. Some patients choose this procedure for aesthetic updates — such as size, shape, or implant type — while others need it to correct complications like implant rupture, capsular contracture, or asymmetry.
During your consultation, Dr. Bunkis will evaluate your breast tissue, implant condition, and goals to design a fully customized surgical plan.
Ideal Candidates
You may be a good candidate for breast implant exchange if you:
- Want to change implant size, type, or projection
- Have experienced implant rupture, leakage, or deflation
- Notice hardness, tightness, or discomfort from capsular contracture
- Desire a more natural feel or refreshed breast shape
- Have implants that have shifted, sagged, or aged over time
Dr. Bunkis’s artistic eye and decades of experience ensure your new implants look harmonious and natural with your body proportions.
The Procedure
Performed under general anesthesia, a breast implant exchange typically takes about one to two hours. Dr. Bunkis carefully removes the old implants, often using the existing incision sites to minimize additional scarring. In many cases, the implant pocket is refined or adjusted to ensure ideal positioning and symmetry. Once the area has been properly prepared, new implants are placed with meticulous precision to achieve a smooth, natural contour that complements your body’s proportions. Every step of the procedure is designed to deliver balanced, beautiful, and long-lasting results.
Recovery & Results
Most patients can return to light activities within one week, though strenuous exercise should be postponed for 4–6 weeks. Some swelling and mild soreness are normal and resolve gradually.
As healing progresses, you’ll notice:
- Softer, more natural breasts
- Improved symmetry and shape
- Renewed confidence in your appearance
Your results can last for many years with proper care and regular check-ins.
Why Choose Orange County Plastic Surgery
Dr. Juris Bunkis and the team at Orange County Plastic Surgery have decades of experience performing complex breast revision surgeries. Every procedure is tailored to your anatomy and goals, blending artistry with surgical excellence for results that look effortless and refined.
Our patients appreciate our commitment to safety, comfort, and personalized care — from your first consultation to your full recovery.
