For patients in Cheshire, Mr Reza Nassab carries out breast implant exchange at Deansgate Hospital in Manchester city centre, a short drive away, with consultations at CLNQ on King Street, Knutsford. Women from Knutsford, Wilmslow, Alderley Edge, Macclesfield, Altrincham and the surrounding area come to discuss replacing older implants, changing size or correcting problems from earlier surgery, without travelling far for their care.
Is it time to think about new implants?
There is no fixed date by which implants must be replaced. Many women consider exchange when something has changed: the breasts feel firmer or look different, a scan has shown a rupture, they would like a different size after life events such as pregnancy, or their original implants were placed many years ago and they want a review. Sometimes the main concern is sagging of the breast tissue in front of the implant, which may be better addressed with an uplift than with a bigger implant.
Meeting Mr Nassab in Knutsford
Consultations take place at CLNQ, King Street, Knutsford. The appointment is unhurried and covers:
- Your history: when and where your implants were placed, the implant type, and any problems since. Your implant card and any letters are useful.
- Examination: the softness and position of the implants, the thickness of your tissues and the position of the nipple.
- Your goals: whether you want the same look refreshed, a different size or a more natural shape.
- A plan: the options, the likely recovery, the risks, and whether any scan is advisable first.
You will receive a written quote afterwards. The consultation costs £150 and is always separate from the surgical fee.
Surgery at Deansgate Hospital
Operations take place under general anaesthetic at Deansgate Hospital in Manchester city centre. On the day you will meet Mr Nassab and your consultant anaesthetist again, and your markings will be confirmed before surgery. Straightforward exchanges are often day cases, while more involved revisions may need an overnight stay. Arrange for an adult to drive you home and stay with you on the first night.
How the procedure is tailored
The existing scar is reused wherever possible. After the old implants are removed, the capsule may be left, partly removed or fully removed depending on its condition. If implants have shifted, the pocket can be tightened or repositioned. New implants are selected to suit your chest width and tissue quality, and a lift can be added if the breast has dropped.
Recovery close to home
Being treated near home makes early recovery easier. Most people need a week of rest, return to office work around two weeks and gradually build back to full exercise by about six weeks. A supportive surgical bra is worn day and night for around six weeks. Follow-up is arranged locally so you do not need long journeys while you heal. The recovery guide gives a fuller timeline.
Costs and finance
A change of implants starts from £10,000; a change of implants combined with an uplift starts from £13,500. The written quote lists what is included, from surgical and anaesthetic fees to hospital costs and routine follow-up. Finance may be available through Chrysalis Finance; Reza Nassab Ltd is a credit broker, not a lender.
If you would rather not replace them
Not everyone wants new implants. Some women decide, after many years, that they would prefer to live without implants, and removal is a reasonable choice to discuss. Once implants are removed the breasts are often smaller and looser than before the original augmentation, so an uplift is frequently combined to reshape the remaining tissue. Implant removal starts from £7,500 (or from £11,500 with an uplift). Mr Nassab will talk through how your breasts are likely to look with each option so that you can compare them fairly before making a decision.
Preparing well
Stopping smoking and nicotine products, keeping your weight stable and arranging help at home all support a smoother recovery. Cosmetic surgery is only offered to adults aged 18 and over. If you are unsure what questions to raise, the questions to ask guide may help.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is implant exchange surgery performed in Cheshire?
Surgery is performed at Deansgate Hospital, Manchester, with consultations at CLNQ, King Street, Knutsford.
Is Knutsford convenient for follow-up from Macclesfield?
Many patients from Macclesfield, Wilmslow, Alderley Edge and Altrincham attend follow-up appointments in Knutsford.
Is a change of implants usually a day case?
Straightforward exchanges are often day cases. More complex revision may need an overnight stay.
Is it possible to change to smaller implants?
Yes. Many women choose smaller implants, sometimes with an uplift, and this can be discussed at consultation.
How much does implant exchange cost in Cheshire?
A change of implants starts from £10,000 (or from £13,500 with an uplift). The £150 consultation fee is charged separately.
