Our bodies evolve and change continuously, as part of the aging process, in response to weight fluctuations, and changes in lifestyle.

It’s possible that the breast implants you got several years ago may have shifted from their original position, or in response to gradual changes that your body has gone through. They may no longer be as aesthetically pleasing as they were when you first got them. Thankfully you aren’t stuck with your current breast implants. Breast implants are completely removable and a breast implant exchange, where you switch out one set of implants for another, is a common procedure.

In Southern California, one doctor is particularly respected for his skill in breast implant revision surgery, including breast implant exchange. That doctor is Dr. Douglas Hendricks, a triple board-certified plastic surgeon with over 30 years’ experience who performs plastic and reconstructive surgeries in Newport Beach, achieving beautiful, natural-looking results at Pacifica Cosmetic Surgery Center.

Why Choose Us For Breast Implant Exchange?

When you visit our relaxing Newport Beach office, you will receive the best of care. Dr. Hendricks is a dedicated surgeon who is triple board-certified in general, hand and plastic surgery. Dr. Hendricks is regarded among the most experienced and skilled Newport Beach breast implant exchange providers.

Since opening Pacifica Cosmetic Surgery Center in beautiful Newport Beach 20 years ago, he has transformed his patients’ lives providing gorgeous, lasting results. Dr. Hendricks and his staff work hard to provide a customized plan with the best solution to your specific needs. We will help restore your beauty by recapturing and rejuvenating your true aesthetic.

Can I Switch Out My Breast Implants For A New Set?

Yes. If you have no pain or discomfort, and no ruptured implants, but you simply want to exchange your breast implants for a new and different set of implants in order to achieve a different look, you may elect to undergo a breast implant revision procedure. Dr. Hendricks has performed hundreds of breast implant exchange procedures for patients in the Newport Beach area, and surrounding territories in Southern California.

Why Consider A Breast Implant Exchange?

There are many reasons that propel women to consider a breast implant exchange. There may be issues of discomfort with a breast implant. This can occur as a result of such problems as capsular contracture, a complication that can occur when scar tissue forms around the implant and squeezes the implant. In some cases, capsular contracture may not produce pain but should be addressed nonetheless. Other problems that can crop up with breast implants include the shifting or moving of an implant, which may also cause or not cause pain or discomfort, but in some cases, may produce a visible shift in the breast’s shape. Still, it may be advisable to pay your plastic surgeon a visit and consider an implant exchange procedure if you experience any of the following symptoms:

Pain, soreness, or swelling in the breast, particularly at the site of the implant
Changes in size or shape of the breast
Lumps in the breast which may or may not be painful
Hardening of breast tissue which may or may not be painful

In other instances, silicone-filled or saline-filled breast implants may rupture. In the case of saline implants, the body will easily absorb the saltwater, but in the case of a ruptured silicone implant, you may be faced with what is known as a silent rupture, in which the silicone is trapped within the surrounding tissue. Over time, this trapped silicone may cause pain or swelling in the breast. While ruptured silicone implants may cause pain in the breast or alter the breasts’ shape or contour, the condition is not believed to be a cause of breast cancer, reproductive ailments, nor diseases of the connective tissues, such as rheumatoid arthritis. If you have silicone breast implants and suspect that one of your implants might have ruptured, contact your plastic surgeon immediately. Typically, an imaging test, such as an MRI or ultrasound, will be performed in order to determine whether the implant has actually ruptured. If you do have a ruptured implant, including a silent rupture that is causing no symptoms or discomfort, Dr. Hendricks will explain your treatment options. In most cases, you may be advised to have the implant removed or replaced in order to prevent possible further complications.

Consultation for Breast Implant Exchange

If you are interested in Breast Implant Exchange Newport Beach surgeon Dr. Hendricks would be happy to schedule a consultation. As a triple board-certified plastic surgeon with over 30 years of plastic surgery experience, he will go over your goals, options, and expectations. Dr. Hendricks has performed hundreds of breast implant procedures, achieving beautiful, natural-looking results, and is highly respected by both his patients and peers in Newport Beach and nearby communities in Southern California.

What About Breast Implant Removal?

If you choose to have your breast implants removed, you may be faced with stretched out sagging skin in the breasts as a result of stretching to accommodate the breast implant. In these cases, you have several options. You may consider augmenting the breast and restoring fullness and volume by using a fat grafting procedure that replaces the removed implant with fat harvested from your own body.

Or you may choose to undergo our Breast Lift procedure in which excess sagging skin is trimmed away and the breasts are positioned at a higher location on the chest.This procedure may effectively diminish the visible effects of stretched saggy skin following the removal of breast implants. If you have breast implants and you think that you’d like to update your look or suspect that there may be a problem with one of your implants, contact Pacifica Cosmetic Surgery Center and schedule an appointment with Dr. Hendricks today.

Amy Le

Dr. Hendricks removed a facial mole years after a previous dermatologist refused to do because they were afraid of the end result looking worse. As a result, I've been afraid that this was a realistic possibility if I further pursued removing it. I'm happy to report that Dr. Hendricks has fantastic bedside care and assured me he wouldn't make it look worse. Dr. Hendricks' biolase water laser was pretty gentle and no anesthesia was needed. I appreciated the required 3 week follow-up to ensure the mole was completely gone and healing was going well.

Kristy Morris

I have been going to Dr Hendricks for the past 6+ years and have used him for many cosmetics enhancing procedures, including, facial skin laser, botox, liposuction, cheek lift and most recently an eye lid (skin removal) procedure. I could not be happier with the results that Dr. Hendricks delivered for all of the procedures. He has the best surgical team too. The communication across the board from the beginning to the end of the procedure is excellent and I felt very safe with all of my surgeries. His pre and post care process is so methodical, that you really know what you are doing before and post- surgery - the care is a 5 star plus!

phomey12

Calf augmentation surgery was always appealing given the size of my lower-legs. Throughout my life, I struggled to grow my calves (despite countless hours in the gym), which was frustrating. I was generally embarrassed by the lack of size in this area. Having the courage to consult Dr. Hendricks was difficult initially. However, he made the process less intimidating. Both prior to, and following, the surgery, Dr. Hendricks was available for questions and concerns. His attentiveness and reassurance was greatly appreciated. And, his work is/was stellar. I am now three months post-surgery and feel a renewed sense of confidence (particularly while wearing shorts). Thanks again, Dr. Hendricks.

Brian Chester

Great experience! Dr. Hendricks is kind, patient and incredibly knowledgeable. He made me feel comfortable through the entire procedure. Highly recommend!

A D

Amazing prices and amazing staff! Dr. Hendricks is awesome. I got multiple moles removed with no pain. I was completely comfortable and was given extra after care material to take home. This place is great!!

Asif

I would like to start by saying that Dr. Hendricks is simply awesome! I have recently had a facial mole removed at his office and the entire experience, from the initial consultation to the procedure itself, was outstanding. After reading about his scar-less laser mole removal method, I contacted his office for a consultation. I had to re-schedule my first appointment due to a work related issue but they had no problem accommodating the change (a special shout out to Christine for being so patient with me :)). I was sent timely reminders about the appointment, which was nice. On the day of the consultation, I did some quick paperwork followed by a chat with Dr. Hendricks. He's a very friendly and likeable person, which made the entire process much less nerve-racking. I could tell he really cares about his patients. During the consultation, we decided that we were going to have the mole removed the same day. It took about 10 minutes and Dr. Hendricks was diligent about asking me if I was uncomfortable at any point during the process. I didn't really feel anything after the local anesthesia. I followed his post-op instructions and after about 3 weeks, I can hardly tell I had a mole there! Pretty thrilled, to be quite honest. Overall, I couldn't be happier with the result and will definitely go back to Dr. Hendricks for future procedures.

Kaitlin Sandeno

Wonderful experience! Great staff & enjoyed Doctor Hendricks. Really looking forward to seeing my Sofwave results.

Jennifer Toyama

Dr. Hendricks always puts the patient first. His communication through each and every process or procedure is impeccable!

Breast Implant Exchange

Our bodies evolve and change continuously, as part of the aging process, in response to weight fluctuations, and changes in lifestyle.

Why Choose Us For Breast Implant Exchange?

Can I Switch Out My Breast Implants For A New Set?

Why Consider A Breast Implant Exchange?

Consultation for Breast Implant Exchange

What About Breast Implant Removal?

Contact us

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Breast Implant Exchange

Our bodies evolve and change continuously, as part of the aging process, in response to weight fluctuations, and changes in lifestyle.

Why Choose Us For Breast Implant Exchange?

Can I Switch Out My Breast Implants For A New Set?

Why Consider A Breast Implant Exchange?

Consultation for Breast Implant Exchange

What About Breast Implant Removal?

Contact us

hear fromour real patients

hear from
our real patients