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Why Do my Saline Implants Still Feel Hard When I Lay Down?

Why do my saline impalnts still feel rock hard when i lay down and its been ten months since i have had them done

5 Doctor Answers | Asked by CindyRae in Rock Spings, WY
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Hard Implants

Hard implants are a dilemma faced by many women.  There are a few possibilities.  Capsular contracture, occurring in up to 10 % of women with implants, can make the breast quite firm.  If this is the case, vigorous massage and the medicine Singulair or Accolate can help.  If you can feel your implant and move it around beneath your breast and muscle, this is less likely, but a physical exam will help.  Some physicians overfill saline implants to reduce the... more
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Rock hard implants

Rock hard implants may imply a capsular contracture surrounding the implants.  You should be evaluated by your surgeon to evaluate if this is the case.
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"Cement" Implants

There may be a couple of reasons why: 1.  You could have a capsular contracture. 2.  Your implants could be intentionally overfilled which would give you a firmer feel. You should consult with the plastic surgeon who placed your implants or another board certified plastic surgeon. Dr. ES

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Probably normal firmness

This is a question that is best answered by the surgeon performing  the original procedure. However, it is highly unlikely that you have formed a bilateral capsular contracture in this short amount of time.
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Hard implants?

If your implants feel hard, whether you are supine or standing, you may have a capsular contracture.  Or it may just be that you have a tight pocket with a large implant.  There's no way to tell over the internet.  Please go back to your surgeon to get her evaluation.  Best wishes!
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