Thank you for your question.
Capsular contracture to develop take at least few months so is not usual for the patients to feel that there was something not right since the beginning.
Generally speaking the first sign of capsular contracture is a progressive hardening that can progress...
There are pros and cons for each approach:1. Below the muscle (or dual plane):Better implant visualization on mammogramBetter protection for the implantBetter used in very thin patients with little breast tissueBetter used in saline impants due to future rippling2. Above the muscle:Better...
There are different techniques that surgeons use with their patients, including:
wearing an elastic garment that pushes down on the upper pole of the breast (Ace Wrap, specially designed bra, specially designed elastic strap, or what your doctor has recommended
manipulation or...