Can vaccines (like the Covid vaccine) effect your implants? I want to get the vaccine when available but I’m worried about cc

Thanks for your question and photos. Generally speaking, capsular contracture is diagnosed based on firmness of the breast. Cohesive implants are, by their design, somewhat firmer than other implants. Displacement of the implants and pain are usually seen later, but may be the first presenting ...

Biologic materials have become popular, but its use necessitates the use of drains, which are a source of bacterial contamination of the implants, possibly the reason for recurrence of cc. Further, the material doesn't 'incorporate' into your forming capsule as advertised, and frequently leaves...

Hello,Contrary to the statement, 'no one knows if implant massage works', data shows us that implant massage works no better than not doing it at all. This has been established for years, and surgeons who adhere to evidence based best practices don't have their patients massage ever. If you want...

There have been numerous attempts to grade capsular contracture over the years. The real question is how do you objectively describe hard. Most plastic surgeons rely on the Baker scale. Grade I is normal. Grade II is somewhat firmer than normal, but not much of an issue. Grade III is firm and...

Thank you for your question.  For capsular contracture there are non operative modalities, (taking singulair, message, Aspen treatment, short course steroids, etc).  We like singulair in our office, along with the other modalities.  One should take it for 90 days straight.  There are also oper...

Hello!Your story certainly sounds like capsular contracture. If the implant wears, there will be a scar response to this and that is what capsular contracture is. This does not put you in danger. You have time to schedule an appointment (weeks is definitely ok) - I would recommend you see a ...