Capsular contracture and dentist? Will flossing teeth cause capsular contracture?

The symptoms of capsular contracture tend to be discomfort or tenderness, a change in shape of the breast / implant over time, and the implant / breast feeling firm. What you describe is more likely to be related to implant malposition or pre-existing breast asymmetry. If you have new breast...

Dear jpinaula, 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...

Dear LilPeach, a capsule can be detected by any experienced breast surgeon at a consultation in person. There are a number of ways Dr's detect. I would suggest going back to the Dr who did your initial implants or to a new experienced breast surgeon. Wishing you the best of luck! Daniel...

Thank you for your question. Sorry to hear about your issues with capsular contracture. There are some non-operative modalities, (singulair, message, Aspen treatment, short course of steroids, etc.). We have folks in our office take singulair for 90 days straight. There are also operative...

Hello, thank you for your question. There is a possibility that you could have capsular contracture or you could possibly have a ruptured implant. The best test to tell is to have an MRI, which would show rupture. Any change in physical exam is concerning. Breast implants are not meant to be in...