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Tammy Hembrow and her new implants: what she said about the decision
In September 2024, fitness influencer Tammy Hembrow shared on Instagram that she had undergone breast implant revision surgery, and months later she explained why in her own words. The Blast reported both moments. Here is exactly what she said, and what a breast implant revision involves for anyone considering it today.
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The main points in 30 seconds
- Tammy Hembrow revealed in September 2024 that she had breast implant revision surgery.
- She said her previous implants had been an “insecurity” because of how they sat.
- No surgeon, clinic or implant type was named in her reported comments.
- Breast implant surgery is done under general anaesthesia, with one day in hospital.
- At City Medical Centre, augmentation is $4,700 fixed; revision is quoted separately.
Key facts about the procedure
- Back to work7–14 days
- Stay in clinic1 day
- AnaesthesiaGeneral
- Fixed price$4,700
Profile
Tammy Hembrow
- Country
- Australia
- Who
- Influencer
- Year of operation
- 2024
- Quote source
- The Blast, 4 March 2025
It's kind of been a little insecurity of mine for a while, just like how they sat, and they just weren't doing what I wanted them to do.
What did Tammy Hembrow say about her implants?
Hembrow, the Saski Collection founder followed by millions on Instagram, first shared the result of her breast implant revision surgery with fans in September 2024, reported by The Blast.
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WhatsAppLater coverage from The Blast added her own explanation of why she chose to have her implants replaced: “It's kind of been a little insecurity of mine for a while, just like how they sat, and they just weren't doing what I wanted them to do.” She described the issue candidly, as something that had bothered her for some time rather than a sudden decision.
That is all this article relies on. Hembrow did not name a surgeon or a specific implant type or technique in these comments, and we do not guess at them. Where the text below explains how breast implant revision and augmentation are performed and what recovery involves, it describes the procedures in general, not her personal treatment.
Why her explanation matters
Many patients who have breast implants eventually consider a revision, often for exactly the reason Hembrow described — implants that have shifted or settled unevenly over time, sometimes linked to an active lifestyle. Saying so plainly, rather than only posting new photos without comment, gave her followers a straightforward account of a common, little-discussed step in breast implant care.
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This article does not comment on her appearance or judge her decision; the point is simply that she chose to explain the “why” behind a visible change.
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How breast implant surgery is done today
A primary breast augmentation places a silicone or saline implant, chosen by shape, size and profile with the surgeon, through a small incision. A revision — the type of procedure Hembrow described — follows similar surgical principles but also addresses the existing implant and surrounding tissue, which is why it is planned individually after an in-person assessment.
Primary augmentation
- Typical reason
- First-time increase in breast size or shape
- What happens
- Implant placed through a small incision, under or over the muscle
Implant revision
- Typical reason
- Implants have shifted, aged, or no longer suit the patient, as Hembrow described
- What happens
- Old implant removed, pocket adjusted if needed, new implant placed
Implant removal
- Typical reason
- Patient wants implants taken out without replacement
- What happens
- Implant removed; a separate lift may be discussed if skin has stretched
Whether a revision needs only a new implant or also a lift to address how the breast sits is decided by the surgeon after an examination, not from a social media post about someone else's result.
Who is a candidate and how to prepare
People consider a primary augmentation or a revision for a range of reasons: size, asymmetry, implants that have aged or shifted, as in Hembrow's case, or a desire to change profile or size. Preparation generally includes:
- A health screening with blood tests, coagulation and infection tests, an ECG and a breast ultrasound.
- Stopping aspirin-type drugs, steroids and hormonal medication (including oral contraceptives, at least a month before) on the surgeon's advice.
- Timing after breastfeeding. Surgeons generally recommend waiting at least 6–12 months after childbirth or after breastfeeding ends.
- Contraindications include acute infections, uncontrolled chronic disease, pregnancy and breastfeeding, and blood clotting disorders.
Recovery after breast implant surgery
Moderate discomfort is typical for the first one to three days after surgery, easing considerably by day five to seven and resolving within two to three weeks.
Most patients return to non-physical work after 7–14 days, resume walks after one to two weeks, and return to fitness and swimming after four to six weeks, with strength training usually starting again around three months. Compression garments are generally worn for four to six weeks to support healing. Visible swelling settles within about a month, full recovery takes 3–6 months, and scars continue to fade over 6–12 months. Implants themselves typically last around 10–15 years before a revision like Hembrow's might be considered again.
How recovery after breast implant surgery usually goes
- Day of surgeryGeneral anaesthesia, surgery 1.5–3 hours; one day in hospital.
- Days 1–3Moderate discomfort, managed with medication; compression garment worn.
- Days 5–7Discomfort eases considerably.
- Days 7–14Return to non-physical work.
- Weeks 4–6Fitness and swimming resume; compression garment use typically ends.
- 3 monthsStrength training resumes; swelling has settled.
- 3–6 monthsFull recovery; scars continue to fade through 6–12 months.
Breast augmentation at City Medical Centre
City Medical Centre performs breast augmentation at a fixed price of $4,700, covering anaesthesia, the inpatient stay and a year of follow-up by the surgeon; implant removal without replacement is priced at $3,300, and a revision combining implant removal and replacement is quoted individually after an in-person consultation, which is free of charge. The surgery is done under general anaesthesia and takes 1.5–3 hours, with one day in hospital. More details are on the breast augmentation page.
City Medical Centre has no connection with Tammy Hembrow or her treatment. Her story is included here simply because she chose to explain her own implant revision publicly.
Frequently asked questions
Did Tammy Hembrow have breast implant revision surgery?
Yes. She shared the result on Instagram in September 2024, reported by The Blast, and later explained that her previous implants had not been sitting the way she wanted.
Why did Tammy Hembrow get her implants replaced?
She said it had been “a little insecurity” of hers for a while, related to how her implants sat, and that they “weren't doing what I wanted them to do.”
Did Tammy Hembrow name her surgeon or clinic?
No. The reported comments describe her reasoning for the revision but do not name a surgeon, clinic or implant type.
What is the difference between an augmentation and a revision?
A primary augmentation places a first implant. A revision, like the one Hembrow described, removes and replaces an existing implant and may adjust the surrounding pocket if needed.
How much does breast augmentation cost at City Medical Centre?
Breast augmentation is a fixed $4,700, including anaesthesia, hospital stay and a year of follow-up. Implant removal alone is $3,300; a revision is priced individually after a free consultation.
Sources
What the article says about the celebrity is based only on these public statements.
Medical background and further reading
General information about the procedure from health authorities and medical societies. It is not advice for any individual patient.
- PubMed / NCBI — Recognizing and Managing Breast Implant Complications: A Review (Int J Womens Health, 2025)
- PubMed / NCBI — Outcomes in primary breast augmentation: 1539 consecutive cases (Plast Reconstr Surg, 2015)
- American Society of Plastic Surgeons — Breast Augmentation
- U.S. Food and Drug Administration — Breast Implants
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