Records to gather first
Implant documentation cards, operative notes where obtainable, dates, any imaging and photos over time. Ask your original clinic for records before consulting; remote pre-assessments depend on them.
Breast · planning guide
Breast revision surgery in Korea
Revision starts with the history of the first surgery. What to gather, what to ask and how to plan the trip.
Breast revision addresses problems or changes after previous breast surgery: capsular contracture, implant position or rupture, asymmetry, or a wish to change size. Surgeons need the details of the earlier operation, including implant documentation, and assess whether implants should be replaced, removed or repositioned.
What the consultation covers
The current position and condition of implants, capsule, tissue and skin, and what you want changed. The surgeon explains whether replacement, removal, repositioning or a lift is proposed and why.
Capsular contracture and implant issues
Ask how the surgeon assesses contracture, what imaging they use, whether implants would be replaced and with what, and how recurrence is managed.
The trip and the estimate
Revision can involve longer surgery and closer follow-up. Ask about the check-up schedule and travel clearance. Estimates often differ from first surgery; ask what drives them and what follow-up is included.
Questions for the surgeon
What exactly is the problem, and what is the plan? Will implants be replaced, and with what? How do you reduce the risk of the problem recurring? What follow-up is needed from abroad?
Coordination flow
- 1
Assemble implant documentation and surgical records; we help organise and translate them.
- 2
Remote pre-assessments with surgeons who see revision cases.
- 3
In-person consultations with a question list on plan, implants and recurrence.
- 4
Surgery, closer follow-up and departure clearance scheduled with generous buffers.
Cost and scope notes
- Revision estimates are often higher than first-surgery estimates; ask why and what is included.
- Implant replacement should be quoted explicitly, including brand and type.
- Coordination is quoted separately from clinic charges.
Patient questions
What to clarify before you travel
These answers are coordination guidance, not medical advice. Final treatment decisions should be confirmed directly with the treating provider.
What is capsular contracture?
Scar tissue around an implant tightening and changing feel or shape. Surgeons grade it on examination and explain whether revision is advised.
Will I need to replace my implants during revision?
Often, but not always. The surgeon explains whether replacement, removal or repositioning is proposed and why.
When should I consider breast revision?
When there is a problem, a change in feel or shape, or a wish to change size. A consultation, ideally with imaging, determines whether revision is advised.
How long is recovery after breast revision?
Often similar to or longer than first surgery, with closer follow-up. The surgeon sets the schedule; we plan flights and accommodation with flexibility.
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