Implant hardening and displaced after breastfeeding - am I at risk for contracture?

Hi there, thanks for your question. Anytime an implant begans to harden, capsular contracture is definetly the first thing to look for. I would reccomend a consultation with a plastic surgeon for examination and to see what your options are.

Dear dcgirl44236,
I understand your concern. However, without a proper assessment, it would be difficult to determine what went wrong. It is best that you visit your plastic surgeon for further assessment or ask for a second opinion. Only after a thorough examination, you can get proper recommendations and advice.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Congratulations on your new baby! As you are in the postpartum period the issues you are experiencing could be related to capsular contracture or to pregnancy/breastfeeding. I encourage you to visit with your surgeon for an evaluation.

You may have developed a capsule, but it could be treated with antibiotics and even external ultrasound. The ultrasound will not harm your milk or baby. When you can, go back to your surgeon and be checked.

Thanks for your question. Although an in-person exam is required to make a diagnosis, it certainly sounds like you have capsular contracture present. In these cases the implants need to be removed along with the hard capsular contracture tissue. This is a normal complication that unfortunately affects a small amount of patients. I suggest you speak with your surgeon or seek out a consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon. Take care.