Implant repla­cement in Zurich-Seefeld: safe, experi­enced and perso­na­lised at Aesthetics Medical

An implant repla­cement may be necessary or desirable for aesthetic or medical reasons, for example, if your personal prefe­rences change, you desire a new size or shape, you experience capsular fibrosis or material fatigue, or after many years of wearing implants. Repla­cement may also be advisable if the implant has shifted or if asymmetry has developed.

At Aesthetics Medical in Zurich, Dr Ranieri Mazzei, FMH specialist in plastic, recons­tructive and aesthetic surgery with over 25 years of experience, is at your side. At our modern clinic on Utoquai, you will receive individual, trust­worthy and highly qualified treatment from the initial consul­tation to aftercare.

Frequently asked questions about implant replacement

An implant repla­cement can be performed in cases of capsular fibrosis, implant rupture, change in shape, slippage, or upon request for a new size or shape. Even after many years of wearing implants, some patients wish to have them replaced for aesthetic optimisation.

During a personal consul­tation, Dr Mazzei will analyse your current situation, existing implants, your wishes and anato­mical condi­tions. This will result in a perso­na­lised treatment plan with specific recom­men­da­tions regarding surgical technique, implant type and procedure.

Please note: The consul­tation costs £150. These costs will be offset against any subse­quent treatment.

We prefer to work with Motiva® implants, a premium Swiss product. These implants feature a parti­cu­larly soft, cohesive gel for a natural feel, as well as an integrated RFID chip for secure tracking. We also offer other renowned brands on request. Special requests may incur an additional charge.

The procedure is performed either under twilight sedation or general anaes­thesia, tailored to your individual needs. The anaes­thesia is admini­stered by experi­enced specia­lists in a certified environment.

If possible, access is gained via the existing scar, usually in the crease under the breast. In individual cases, a new incision may be necessary, e.g. in the case of severe scar tissue or anato­mical peculia­rities. Our goal is always to achieve the most incon­spi­cuous result possible.

The operation takes appro­xi­m­ately 60 to 120 minutes, depending on the complexity and any additional measures such as tightening.

Thanks to high-quality implants such as Motiva®, careful placement and many years of surgical experience, we achieve a very natural look and feel. Tension in the first few days is normal and subsides quickly.

The healing phase is similar to that of a first operation. Rest, wearing a special bra, regular check-ups. Patients are usually able to return to work after a few days, and sporting activities can be resumed after 6–8 weeks.

Depending on how things go, you should wait at least 6 to 8 weeks before doing any sporty stuff like jogging or weight training.

You will receive a supportive compression bra and will be closely monitored by our team. Follow-up appoint­ments and behavioural recom­men­da­tions will be arranged indivi­dually with you.

Possible risks include infection, capsular fibrosis, wound healing disorders or changes in shape. Thanks to our experience and modern technology, compli­ca­tions are rare and usually easily treatable.

Modern implants are very durable. Repla­cement is only necessary in the event of changes, compli­ca­tions or upon request.

Yes. Inform your radio­logist about any implants you have. MRI and mammo­graphy can usually be performed without any problems.

The costs depend on the complexity of the operation, the type of implant, the technique used and any additional individual requests. You will receive a clear, trans­parent quote during a personal consultation.