I had 350cc Mentor submuscular silicone implants done mid-December last year (I am about 3 months post-op). I haven't had any problems with them at all, but yesterday I travelled to Lake Tahoe, CA (6200 ft above sea level), and noticed that I felt a lot of pressure in my breasts, particularly around the scars (infra mammary fold). When I went to massage them, I heard a bunch of crackling/popping sounds with every movement. Is this normal at high altitudes? Do I need to be worried about anything?
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March 16, 2015
Answer: Crackling sounds in silicone implants at high altitude?
I'm sorry to hear about the concerns you have soon after your procedure.
You should be aware that a significant percentage of patients at your stage and recovery will feel that they are too big or (more commonly) too small.
I would suggest you wait at least 3 additional months before you...
Hello and thank you for your question. Honestly, a formal in-person evaluation would be needed to determine the best treatment. There are several reasons for this:
1) Bra sizes vary based on the clothing store (for example, Victoria's Secret tends to upsize everyone by a whole cup size)
2) Most...
Its tough to tell without examining you, since capsular contracture is best diagnosed by feeling how hard the breast is. It does look as though your capsule may be tight on the left side, but again, without feeling it its tough to say. I would suggest getting a consult with a local board...
