Breast Revision in Fairfield County, CT

When Your Implants No Longer Match Your Life

Your body has changed. Your goals may have too. Dr CS Kim Plastic Surgery offers breast implant revision in Fairfield County for women who deserve a result that actually fits — now.

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Why patients trust us

Why Fairfield County Patients Choose Dr. Kim

Yale-Trained Surgical Expertise

Dr. Kim earned his degree from Yale School of Medicine and completed his residency at Yale-New Haven Hospital — credentials no local competitor matches.

30+ Years Serving Fairfield County

Dr. Kim has served Greenwich, Westport, Stamford, Norwalk, and surrounding communities for over three decades — this is his home market, and he knows it deeply.

Joint Commission Accredited Facility

Our surgical facility meets the same accreditation standard applied to hospitals, so you receive hospital-level safety in a private, comfortable setting.

Board Certified by the ABPS

Dr. Kim holds certification from the American Board of Plastic Surgery — the gold standard in the field, not a cosmetic surgery substitute.

Breast Implant Revision, Fairfield County, CT

Revision Is Different. Your Surgeon Should Be Too.

Breast revision surgery is not a repeat of your original procedure. It is more technically demanding — because it means working with scar tissue that has already formed, a pocket that has already been altered, and breast tissue that has changed over time. That complexity is exactly why the surgeon you choose for revision matters more than the one you chose the first time.

At Dr CS Kim Plastic Surgery, we see patients from across Fairfield County — from Greenwich and Darien to Norwalk, Westport, and Bridgeport — who are dealing with implants that have shifted, hardened, ruptured, or simply stopped reflecting who they are today. Some want to go smaller. Some need medical intervention. Some are tired of symptoms no one has taken seriously. Whatever brought you here, we take the full picture seriously.

Breast Revision Results, Fairfield County, CT

What a Well-Done Revision Actually Gives You

Whether you’re correcting a complication or simply ready for a change, revision done right can restore comfort, proportion, and confidence you stopped expecting to feel.

You can finally wear what you want without thinking about how your implants look or feel underneath.
Hardness, discomfort, and the self-consciousness that comes with capsular contracture can be addressed — not just managed.
If your implants have shifted or created asymmetry, revision surgery can restore the balance your original procedure was supposed to deliver.
Patients seeking a smaller, more natural look after years of living with implants that feel too large finally have a real path forward.
Women experiencing unexplained fatigue, joint pain, or other symptoms they attribute to their implants are heard here — not dismissed.
You leave the consultation knowing exactly what is possible, what the process involves, and what to expect — no guessing.

No pressure, just answers

Wondering what this could look like for you?

Bring your questions to a private consultation with Dr. Kim himself. Honest answers, a clear plan, and no obligation.

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Capsular Contracture Surgery, Fairfield County, CT

The Hardening Problem More Women Face Than You’d Think

Capsular contracture happens when the scar tissue that naturally forms around an implant begins to tighten and harden. In mild cases, it’s barely noticeable. In more advanced cases — what surgeons classify as Baker Grade III or IV — the breast can feel firm to the touch, look distorted, and cause real physical discomfort. It’s one of the most common reasons women seek breast implant revision in Fairfield County, and it’s one of the most commonly misunderstood.

The treatment typically involves removing or releasing the hardened capsule and, in most cases, replacing the implant at the same time. Recurrence is possible — rates range from roughly 10 to 35 percent depending on the individual — which is why the surgical approach matters. Choosing a surgeon with the depth of experience to address the root cause, not just the visible symptom, is what separates a lasting result from a temporary fix. We have been doing exactly that for patients across Fairfield County for more than 30 years.

Breast Implant Removal, Fairfield County, CT

Sometimes the Right Answer Is Taking Them Out

Not every revision ends with new implants. A growing number of women — approximately 74,000 in 2023 alone, a 40 percent increase from 2019 — are choosing to have their implants removed entirely. Some have developed symptoms they connect to their implants: fatigue, brain fog, joint pain, and other issues collectively referred to as Breast Implant Illness. Others simply want their natural shape back after years of living differently than they expected.

We offer breast implant removal in Fairfield County as a standalone procedure or combined with a breast lift when appropriate. For patients concerned about BII or those with capsular contracture, we can discuss en bloc capsulectomy — removing the implant and the surrounding capsule together as a single intact unit. If you have been feeling dismissed by other providers, or you’re not sure what your options are, a consultation is the right first step. You deserve a straight answer, and we will give you one.

Breast Revision Process, Fairfield County, CT

A Clear Process From First Visit to Final Result

Your Private Consultation

Dr. Kim reviews your history, listens to your concerns, and explains exactly what revision options apply to your specific situation — no pressure, no rush.

Your Surgical Plan

We build a plan around your anatomy, your goals, and your timeline — whether that means an implant exchange, removal, capsulectomy, or a combined approach.

Surgery and Recovery

Most breast revision procedures take between 30 minutes and 2.5 hours. Most patients return to daily activity within one to two weeks, depending on the complexity of their case.

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Common questions

Answers before you ask

Do breast implants actually need to be replaced after 10 years?

This is one of the most persistent myths in cosmetic surgery, and it causes a lot of unnecessary anxiety. Breast implants do not have an expiration date stamped on them. The average lifespan is somewhere between 10 and 20 years, but many women keep their implants safely for longer than that. Replacement should be based on what is actually happening — a rupture, a complication like capsular contracture, a noticeable change in how the implant looks or feels, or a shift in your personal goals — not an arbitrary calendar date. If you are unsure whether your implants need attention, a consultation will give you a clear, honest answer.

How is breast revision surgery different from my original augmentation?

It is meaningfully more complex. During a revision, we are not working with untouched tissue. There is already a capsule of scar tissue around the implant, the pocket has been shaped by the original surgery, and your breast tissue has changed over time — sometimes significantly, especially if you’ve had pregnancies or weight changes since your first procedure. All of that requires a higher level of surgical judgment and experience than a first augmentation. This is not a reason to avoid revision — it is a reason to choose a surgeon who has done a great many of them. Dr. Kim has been performing revision breast surgery in Fairfield County for over 30 years.

Can breast revision be done through my original incision to minimize new scarring?

In most cases, yes. Working through the original incision is standard practice for revision surgery when anatomy allows, and it is our preference whenever it gives us the access we need to do the procedure correctly. The goal is always to minimize additional scarring while achieving the best possible outcome. During your consultation, Dr. Kim will evaluate your specific situation and explain the incision approach that makes the most sense for your revision — including whether any additional access points might be necessary based on the complexity of what needs to be addressed.

I’ve been having unexplained symptoms for years — could my implants be causing them?

It’s a question more women are asking, and it deserves a serious answer. Breast Implant Illness, or BII, refers to a range of systemic symptoms — fatigue, joint pain, cognitive issues, and others — that some women attribute to their implants. The medical community is still studying the mechanisms, but the patient experience is real: a 2022 study found that 89 percent of patients who had implants removed for unexplained symptoms reported significant improvement after explant surgery. If you have been feeling dismissed by other providers, we encourage you to come in for a consultation at our Fairfield County practice. We will listen to what you’ve been experiencing and walk through your options honestly, including removal and en bloc capsulectomy if that is appropriate for your case.

Can I have a complex breast revision done here in Fairfield County?

Yes. Dr CS Kim Plastic Surgery is based in Stamford — right in the heart of Fairfield County — and Dr. Kim’s training comes directly from Yale School of Medicine and Yale-New Haven Hospital. We serve patients from Greenwich, Darien, New Canaan, Westport, Norwalk, Bridgeport, and throughout Fairfield County. For complex revision cases, local access to a surgeon you can reach easily for follow-up care matters throughout your recovery.

What happens during a breast revision consultation, and what should I bring?

The consultation is a real conversation, not a sales pitch. Dr. Kim will ask about your history — when you had your original procedure, what implants you received, what has changed since then, and what is driving your interest in revision now. If you have records from your original surgery, bring them — implant type, size, and placement details are helpful. If you don’t have them, that’s okay too. Dr. Kim will do a physical assessment and walk you through what he sees, what options are available, and what realistic outcomes look like for your specific anatomy and goals. Patients consistently tell us they leave the consultation feeling like they finally have a clear picture of what comes next. That is exactly the point.

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