Why choose us for revision breast surgery compensation claims?

We pride ourselves on offering a supportive service to all of our clients. With our vast experience in this specialist field of law, we understand exactly what you are going through and how best to gain recompense for your suffering.

Led by partner Michael Saul, our team of solicitors are members of organisations including the Association of Personal Injury Lawyers, the Manchester Law Society and the Law Society Personal Injury Panel.

With over 20 years of experience in this specialist area of the law, and a Trustpilot approval rating of ‘excellent’, you can rest assured that our team has the dedication and expertise you need to pursue a successful breast implant negligence claim.

What is classed as negligent treatment from your surgeon?

Negligent treatment during breast implant surgery can occur before, during or after the procedure. If your surgeon fails to provide care that meets the expected standard, and this causes you harm, you may be entitled to claim compensation. Common examples of negligent breast implant surgery include:

• Lack of informed consent: your surgeon should explain the purpose of the procedure, the material risks, expected outcomes and any reasonable alternative treatments before surgery. This includes discussing recognised complications such as infection, implant rupture, capsular contracture and the possibility of further surgery. If you were not given enough information to make an informed decision, this may amount to negligence.
• Poor surgical planning or technique: your surgeon should carefully assess your anatomy, medical history and treatment goals before selecting the most appropriate surgical approach. Negligence may include using the wrong type or size of implant, incorrect implant placement, poor surgical technique or failing to tailor the procedure to your individual circumstances.
• Failure to identify contraindications: your surgeon should assess whether breast implant surgery is appropriate for you and identify any medical conditions or factors that could increase the risk of complications. Proceeding with surgery without carrying out suitable assessments may fall below the required standard of care.
• Inadequate aftercare: you should receive appropriate follow-up care and clear advice about your recovery. Negligence may occur where your surgeon fails to arrange follow-up appointments, does not recognise signs of complications such as excessive swelling, persistent pain, asymmetry or discharge, or delays appropriate treatment when problems arise.
• Poor management of complications: if complications develop, your surgeon should investigate them promptly and recommend appropriate treatment. Failing to diagnose or treat problems such as infection, implant rupture or capsular contracture may result in avoidable harm.

When these responsibilities are not met, the consequences can be physical, psychological and emotional. Cosmetic Surgery Solicitors can assess whether your surgeon or clinic breached their duty of care and advise whether you have grounds to claim revision breast surgery compensation.

What are the signs that my revision breast implant surgery has gone wrong?

While breast implant revision surgery can involve certain side effects as part of the normal healing process, your surgeon should explain these in full before the procedure. However, if you begin to experience issues that go beyond what was expected - and these problems occur because your surgeon did not follow the appropriate standard of care - this may indicate negligence.

The signs that breast implant revision surgery have gone wrong are often similar to those seen in initial breast implant procedures, and may include: 

• Ptosis (breast sagging): this is a condition where the breast tissue droops lower than desired, which may occur if the implant does not provide adequate lift or if insufficient support is provided during surgery. In revision cases, poor surgical planning or technique can worsen existing sagging rather than improve it.
• Slippage or movement of the breast implant: if the implant shifts from its intended position - moving sideways, downward or upward - it can lead to asymmetry and discomfort. This often results from an improperly constructed implant pocket or inadequate fixation during surgery.
• Lopsided or different-sized breasts: a noticeable difference in size or shape between the breasts after surgery may indicate a failure to plan or execute the revision procedure correctly. This could be due to incorrect implant selection or uneven tissue removal.
• Uneven position of the nipples: if the nipples do not align evenly after surgery, it may be the result of poor preoperative planning or imprecise surgical technique, affecting the overall aesthetic outcome.
• Problems with implant placement or pocket creation: the ‘pockets’ made to hold the implants must be carefully positioned. If they are created too high, too low or too far to the side, it can cause one or both implants to sit incorrectly. This may lead to a visibly unnatural appearance or lateral displacement, where the implant moves too far outward.
• Noticeable scarring above or below the inframammary fold: when surgical incisions are not properly placed, prominent or raised scarring may occur above or below the natural fold under the breast, affecting both comfort and appearance.
• Symmastia (or ‘uni-boob’): this occurs when the implants migrate toward the centre of the chest, causing the space between the breasts to disappear. It is often caused by over-dissection of the implant pockets or improper repair during revision surgery.
• “Double-bubble” effect: this deformity appears as a double mound on the breast — typically caused when the implant drops below the natural fold of the breast, creating a visible line or bulge. It can also result from incorrect pocket placement or unresolved issues from a previous surgery.
• “Bottoming out”: a condition where the implant descends too low on the chest wall, stretching the lower breast tissue and causing the nipple to appear too high. This could be a result of insufficient internal support or improper surgical technique.
• Capsular contracture: a complication where scar tissue tightens around the implant, causing it to feel hard and appear misshapen. This can also lead to chronic pain and is one of the most common reasons for implant revision surgery.
• Implant rupture: when an implant tears or leaks, it can result in shape distortion, inflammation and additional complications such as implant malposition or the build-up of excessive scar tissue. The rupture may be caused by trauma, ageing implants or surgical error.
• Excessive or painful scar tissue: in some cases, revision surgery may lead to the development of thick, tight or painful scar tissue. This can limit movement, distort the shape of the breast or cause long-term discomfort if not properly managed.

Discover our visual guide to the most common signs that your breast surgery has gone wrong.

Reasons people get revision breast surgery

Revision breast surgery may be performed to correct complications, improve the appearance of previous breast surgery or replace existing implants. Common reasons include:

• Capsular contracture: scar tissue forms tightly around the implant, causing the breast to become firm, painful or misshapen.
• Implant rupture: saline or silicone implants can rupture over time, resulting in changes to the shape, size or feel of the breast. Silicone implant ruptures may not always cause noticeable symptoms.
• Bottoming out, implant malposition or double bubble: implants may move from their intended position, causing breast asymmetry, an unnatural appearance or discomfort.
• Scar tissue distortion: excessive scar tissue can affect the shape of the breasts, causing visible distortion or uneven results.
• BIA-ALCL diagnosis: some people require revision surgery to remove textured breast implants and surrounding scar tissue following a diagnosis of breast implant-associated anaplastic large cell lymphoma (BIA-ALCL).

While revision breast surgery is sometimes carried out for recognised complications or personal preference, it may also be required because of negligent treatment during the original procedure. Where avoidable harm has resulted from substandard care, you may be entitled to claim compensation.

What is the process of making a claim?

Making a cosmetic surgery compensation claim is often more straightforward than people expect. At Cosmetic Surgery Solicitors, we will guide you through every stage of the process.

• Free consultation: we will discuss what happened, assess whether you may have grounds to claim and answer any questions you have about the process.
• No win, no fee funding: eligible claims are usually handled under a Conditional Fee Agreement (CFA), commonly known as a no win, no fee agreement. This means you can pursue a claim without paying legal fees upfront.
• Gathering evidence: we will obtain the evidence needed to support your claim, including your medical records, photographs of your injuries and an independent medical expert's opinion. We may also obtain clinic records and other relevant documentation where necessary.
• Valuing your claim: once the evidence has been reviewed, we will assess the value of your claim. This includes general damages for the pain, suffering and loss of amenity caused by your injuries, as well as compensation for any related financial losses.
• Interim payments: where liability is admitted and appropriate, we may be able to secure interim payments before your claim concludes to help cover immediate expenses such as treatment, rehabilitation or loss of earnings.

Throughout your claim, your dedicated solicitor will keep you informed, negotiate with the defendant where appropriate and work to secure the compensation you are entitled to.

How long will the claims process take?

As soon as you start your claim with us, your dedicated solicitor will be on hand to support you with whatever questions or concerns you may have about your breast implant revision compensation. This includes giving you an estimate of how long the claims process will take, taking into consideration your unique circumstances. We promise to keep you fully informed at every step of the legal process.

How much compensation could you get?

The amount of compensation you may be entitled to for a breast implant revision negligence claim will depend on the specific details of your experience. Every case is unique, and the impact of a revision surgery that has gone wrong can vary significantly from person to person.

In some cases, it may be possible to receive an interim payment before your claim is fully settled if the other party admits liability. An interim payment is an advance on your compensation rather than an additional payment.

This money can help cover immediate financial pressures while your claim is ongoing, such as the cost of corrective surgery, private medical treatment, rehabilitation, travel to appointments, care and support, or lost earnings if you have been unable to work.

Any interim payments you receive will be deducted from your final compensation award when your claim concludes.

What is the time limit for making a breast implant compensation claim?

In most cases, you have three years to begin a breast implant compensation claim. Under the Limitation Act 1980, this time limit usually runs from the date of the negligent treatment or the date of knowledge (sometimes referred to as the date of reasonable awareness), when you first knew, or could reasonably have known, that your injury was caused by negligent treatment.

This means you may still be able to make a claim even if your complications developed more than three years after your surgery, provided you only became aware of the connection between your injuries and the negligence at a later date.

There are also exceptions to the usual three-year time limit. For example, different rules apply to people who lack mental capacity, and in certain circumstances the court has discretion to allow claims outside the standard limitation period.

How can we help?

At Cosmetic Surgery Solicitors, we specialise in cosmetic breast surgery claims, including claims involving breast implants and revision surgery. We have a success rate of over 95% in claims pursued after supportive medical evidence has been obtained.

We can help by:

• Assessing your claim: we will review what happened and advise whether the treatment you received may have fallen below the expected standard of care.
• Working on a No Win, No Fee basis: eligible breast implant claims can be funded through a Conditional Fee Agreement, meaning you will not have to pay legal fees upfront.
• Gathering medical evidence: our breast implant solicitors will obtain the relevant medical records, photographs and independent expert evidence needed to support your claim.
• Dealing with the surgeon or clinic: we will communicate and negotiate with the responsible surgeon, clinic or insurer on your behalf, helping you avoid difficult conversations.
• Explaining the process clearly: we will provide straightforward advice in plain English and make sure you understand each stage of your breast implant compensation claim.
• Providing a dedicated advisor: one person will handle your case from start to finish, keep you regularly updated and respond promptly to your questions.
• Seeking maximum compensation: we will work to secure the compensation you are entitled to while keeping disruption to a minimum.

Your personal information and the details of your breast surgery claim will always be treated with confidentiality, sensitivity and care.