Are Your Breast Implants Leaking? How to Check for Silent Rupture

Breast implants may be low-risk, but that doesn’t mean they’re no-maintenance. Houston plastic surgeon Dr. Shannon Kuruvilla explains why regular screening with ultrasound is key to protecting your breast health.

Silent ruptures can happen without any symptoms, so the FDA recommends imaging every few years. Find out what sets ultrasound apart from MRI when it comes to accessibility and cost.

She shares what you should know, whether you have saline or silicone implants, from how they feel in the body to how issues like capsular contracture or hematomas can be detected early. Hear her advice on keeping implants safe, and learn why routine check-ups today can help you avoid more complicated procedures tomorrow.

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Dr. Shannon Kuruvilla is a Houston plastic surgeon specializing in aesthetic surgery of the breast, body, and face. She also offers minimally invasive migraine treatments. She connects deeply with patients by understanding their unique stories and aspirations.

Basu Plastic Surgery and Aesthetics is located in Northwest Houston in the Towne Lake area of Cypress. To learn more about the practice or ask a question, go to https://www.basuplasticsurgery.com/podcast

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