Red light therapy for capsular contracture?

Question

I had my implants redone and have now developed capsular contracture in one of them. Will red light therapy at 660nm help me in any way (e.g., lessening of pain, softening of scarring around the implant, etc.)? Thank you in advance for you answers.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Jenna949,
capsular contracture happens. In fact, every implant has a capsule form around it, its just a certain percentage develop thick capsules. There is a lot we don't know about it actually. Some think that bacteria that gets on the implant during insertion can increase the risk. Thats why we use a Keller Funnel in our practice to reduce that possibility. Our capsular contracture rate is less than 2% because we use a keller funnel as well as meticulous operating room techniques. But every plastic surgeon has his own preoperative protocol which he recommends to his patients. I would suggest you to discuss this with your plastic surgeon.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

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