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Breast Implant Check Clinic (BICC)

At The Layt Clinic.

When to Book a Check

It’s generally advisable to consider a breast implant review if:

  • It has been over 5 years since your original surgery
  • You’ve noticed a change in shape, firmness or sensation
  • You experience swelling, pain or asymmetry
  • You simply want peace of mind that your implants are in good condition and position

Why have your implants checked

Ageing Implants

Implants are not lifetime devices and may need review after 10–15 years; ageing implants can develop small ruptures best identified with imaging.

Aesthetic Changes or Concerns

If you notice a change in appearance, position or feel, our surgeons can assess whether it’s a normal age-related change or something needing attention.

Capsular Contracture

When the scar tissue around an implant tightens or hardens it can change breast shape or feel; early review helps assess severity and options.

Surgery Performed Overseas

Patients treated overseas may lack follow-up or documentation; we can review implants clinically and with ultrasound at 5 years and every 2–3 years.

Breast Implant Illness (BII)

For symptoms such as fatigue, brain fog or joint pain, our team offers guidance, medical assessment and discussion of management options.

BIA-ALCL

A very rare lymphoma linked to certain textured implants; watch for sudden swelling, firmness or fluid, and we can arrange appropriate imaging or testing.

General Peace of Mind

Even with no symptoms, a professional review confirms all is well and provides a baseline for future monitoring.

Check-interval timeline

At 5 years

Governing bodies recommend implants are checked 5 years after implantation, with a clinical and ultrasound examination.

Every 2–3 years

After the first check, repeat every 2 to 3 years thereafter.