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Can one implant feel softer than the other without a capsular contracture issue? (Photo)

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TmccdaMar 30, 2015

I work in the dental field and use my left arm quit a bit even though my right is the dominate one. I am six months post op, I had a great recovery, & beautiful result. My left breast is a little firmer than the right. Is that normal? Stats 304cc silicone, moderate plus, dual plane, crease incision.

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