I have had 3 surgeries all resulting in a capsular contracture only on the left side. I don't know what to do now. All three were different surgeons, I am now being told I should try textured implants over the muscle, since under the muscle is proving not to work for me. Any help greatly appreciated!!! This is devastating for me.
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April 18, 2018
Answer: Options for recurrent capsular contraction
David N. Sayah, MD, FACS - Account Suspended says:
After already undergoing revision surgery once for severe
capsular contracture, of course you’re worried about having to go through that
again! Although it’s hard to tell from a photo whether your CC has returned,
there are a few things that you can keep in mind. First, the development of a
s...
It may take several months for you to consistently feel/see a difference. I would suggest consistently massaging your implants several times each day to ensure the pocket stays open and soft. I typically also suggest to all of my implant patients that they spend some time laying on...
Sometimes not all of the capsule is removed
following explants. The reason some of
the capsule is maintained is that it does add to the breast volume and often
with explants we are trying to maintain volume as much as possible.If there is any area of
thickened capsule this is normally removed...
