I had my BA done 2 weeks ago and I have started to smoke a few days ago.Will it cause capsular contracture?

October 6, 2011
Asked By:Worried Girl

Btw, my breast still swelling so I can't see the different if it is CC or swollen still. I will stop smoking now and start to do more massaging. Does it help to prevent the implant to grow harder? What should I do? Please advise!

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