Breast implant is fuller near cleavage, plus it’s firmer and I can feel ripples - is this capsular contracture? (photos)
February 21, 2023
Asked By:ricey_79 in Kilsby, England, United Kingdom
Hi, a while back I had an augmented mastopexy with 240cc siltex memory gel implants. I developed a seroma on one breast which resulted in implant extrusion, then having to hsve the implant removed. I have surgery booked to have the new implant in the empty breast replaced, however… I have issue with my good breast! It’s firmer and fuller on the side by my cleavage and I can see / feel ripples. Is this capsular contracture?
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Answers (7)
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The photos you submitted demonstrate what appears to be potential symmastia. At six months post op if the implant hasn't fully dropped it is not likely to do so on its own. I encourage you to discuss your concerns with your surgeon.
Thanks for your inquiry and pictures. If you were seeing me in consultation I would tell you that you have breast asymmetry with the left breast appearing larger and more ptotic. It is is this lower breast that has to be lifted to get a result. The other side might have been amenable to a...
