Nipple Caved in After Explant. Due to Capsule Removal?

November 10, 2010
Asked By:Melbs in Sydney, AU

I had my textured anatomical silicone implants (230cc, over the muscle) removed 5 months ago. I'd had the implants 11 years, over the muscle, and am now 30 years old. My surgeon removed 90% of the capsule even though it was thin, now half my nipple & areola is caved in on the right side, and appears to get pulled in when I tense my pecs. Could this be because she removed the capsule?

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