Ruptured Breast Implants

Symptoms of breast implant ruptures can include:

• Change in shape of breast/breast implant
• Hard knots or lumps around the implant or in the armpit
• Tingling, swelling, burning, numbness or hardening of the breast
• Shrinking or loss of size of the breast or implant
• Deflation of implant over time (due to leaking)

In some cases, silicone breast implants can rupture without any sort of symptoms. This is called “silent rupture”. Advanced imaging with an MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging) is usually needed to confirm these silent ruptures. The longer you have a breast implant, the more likely a rupture can occur. It is recommended that if you have silicone implants, you should have an MRI done every two years to screen for possible silent rupture.

Causes of RupturedBreast Implants

Breast implant ruptures can be caused from:

• Wearing out of implants (years after implantation)
• Damage to the implant during implantation or a separate surgery
• Folding or wrinkling of the implant shell
• Large force or trauma to the chest
• Extreme pressure to the breast, such as during a mammography

Leaking Breast Implants

When an implant is ruptured, the contents begin to leak into the surrounding area. For saline implants, this solution is absorbed harmlessly into the body. For silicone implants, this can cause different reactions in people. Some people have little or no reaction to leaking breast implants; others may experience hard pockets, inflammation or an overall feeling of sickness or tiredness.

Dr. Brenner has performed countless ruptured breast implant treatments by performing breast implant removals, and in some cases, adding on fat transfer. He helps patients obtain the natural and beautiful look they desire.

To find out more about how Dr. Brenner can help you with your ruptured breast implant or breast revision surgery, call today to schedule your consultation.