Breast implants aren’t made for life. Even though the manufacturer normally provides an estimated lifespan for an implant (anywhere from 10-20 years in most cases), a woman may need to change it not because it’s been damaged or has ruptured, but because of a range of other reasons. These reasons include capsular contraction, a desire to go bigger or smaller, or a preference for a different shape (for example, going from a high profile to a moderate profile).
That means a woman will most likely need to change her implants at least once in her life. It’s important to keep this in mind if you’re considering undergoing breast augmentation.
