Do intraop sizers for breast augmentation increase the chance of capsular contracture?

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I have very asymmetrical breasts. My surgery is in a week and I still have not 100% decided on my size/projection yet (should I be worried?). My surgeon said he will decide on the day and bring 8 different sizes for intra op sizing...but the thought of shoving implants in and out several times makes me uneasy. Does this cause higher chance of infection/cap contracture ?

Ted Eisenberg, DO, FACOS, FAACS · Answer

After I measure and discuss goals with my patients, we then look at pictures of women (my patients) with similar measurements with different size and style breast implants, and they choose what looks right for them. They also get to see what they would look like when the breasts have fully dropped and fluffed and in clothes. You get to see actual results and the surgeon's experience and not a virtual idea of what can be achieved. Women tell me that this process is very helpful in determining what size and style breast implant is right for them. Dr. Ted Eisenberg, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and Author. RealSelf Distinguished Hall of Fame Inductee. Philadelphia, Pa., USA

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

Sizers are used commonly to help determine the best implant for the breast space.  They do not increase you risk of developing capsular contracture.  I've included a video on sizers that I hope you find helpful.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear beauty395,
capsular contracture happens. In fact, every implant has a capsule form around it, its just a certain percentage develop thick capsules. There is a lot we don't know about it actually. Some think that bacteria that gets on the implant during insertion can increase the risk. Thats why we use a Keller Funnel in our practice to reduce that possibility. Our capsular contracture rate is less than 2% because we use a keller funnel as well as meticulous operating room techniques.
Daniel Barrett, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

No, sizers can be used very successfully to obtain the correct size and are frequently used without increasing risks.

Do intraop sizers for breast augmentation increase the chance of capsular contracture?

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