Breast Implants Claims

Breast implants, also known as a boob job or breast augmentation, are when you have surgery to change the shape and/or increase the size of your breasts.  According to the NHS it is the most popular cosmetic surgery procedure in the UK today, with an estimated 8000 woman a year having breast implants.

Happily the majority of these breast implant procedures occur without incident.  However, if you believe you have suffered negligent treatment during or after your breast implants then you may be able to make a breast implant compensation claim.

What can go wrong with breast implants?

There are a number of things that may have gone wrong with your breast implants. These are all recognized risks, but sometimes poor management of these complications can give grounds for a claim for compensation:

  • Capsular Contracture – when the layer of scar tissue that the body normally grows around the implant contracts, resulting in the implant being an odd shape or being hard. This can be painful and you may need to have the implant removed and replaced
  • Bleeding into the breast tissue causing swollen, painful breasts
  • Haematoma
  • Infection, which can result in unsightly scarring after the operation
  • Reduction/loss of nipple sensation
  • Visible implants – causing creasing or rippling of the breast

Can I make a claim if my breast implants have gone wrong?

There is always a general risk associated with any surgery and these should have been explained to you before you agreed to the procedure. However if you have suffered with any of the above issues or are suffering with another problem related to having had a boob job please speak to one of our expert cosmetic surgery solicitors for free and they will be able to tell you if you have a claim for compensation.

Contact our expert cosmetic surgery solicitors today about your breast implants claim

Please call 0800 916 9049, email enquiries@slatergordon.co.uk or use the short cosmetic surgery enquiry claim form. Our dedicated medical negligence solicitors offer a free initial consultation to evaluate the circumstances of your claim and help you understand whether or not you have a case, funding options and time constraints for bringing a breast implants compensation claim. 

With offices in London, Manchester, Birmingham, Sheffield, Cardiff and Edinburgh Slater & Gordon Lawyers can offer immediate and accessible representation anywhere in the UK. 

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