10/31/2026
Do breast implants really need to be replaced every 10 years? 🤔
One of the biggest misconceptions about breast implants is that they have an expiration date.
The truth? If your implants are intact, you’re happy with your results, and you’re not experiencing complications, there’s no reason to replace them simply because 10 years have passed.
What matters is properly monitoring your implants over time.
For silicone implants, the FDA recommends an ultrasound or MRI beginning 5–6 years after surgery, followed by imaging every 2–3 years, even if you aren’t experiencing symptoms.
In this video, I explain the difference between saline and silicone implant ruptures, how to monitor implant integrity, and when replacement may actually be necessary.