Crackling sounds in silicone implants at high altitude?

Agree with Dr. Lepore...air can get trapped around the implant during surgery but this will resolve with time. I typically advise my patients that it can take a good 4-6 months to fully heal from this type of surgery. If this continues bothering you, best to see your operating surgeon so you can be properly examined and evaluated. Good luck!

Following a breast augmentation procedure it is not unusual to have a small amount of air trapped in the breast pocket or in the tissues around the breast (subcutaneous emphysema).  This can result is crackling or popping sounds with movement.  In most cases this air will resorb over the first few weeks or months following the surgery.  A change in barometric pressure, can accentuate this symptom.  In most cases there should be nothing to worry about but if the symptoms persist, check back with your surgeon.  Best wishes, Dr. Lepore.