Capsulizing!? Should I go for a 2nd opinion?

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Post-op 2 weeks, silicone high profile 400cc submuscular. Dr just informed me I'm not massaging hard enough & they're capsulizing! I'm firmly pushing 3-4 times/day + booband nightly, apparently this isn't enough. They have me coming in weekly from now on, Dr to push so hard my skin's red & I cry out, & wearing band for 3 weeks, 24/7. I've been told I'll have to go under to get capsules removed otherwise. I'm devastated. Surely this isn't just my doing!? Should I go for a 2nd opinion?

Nathan Kludt, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question and photos. At this point you are very early in the healing process and it would be unlikely that a capsule is already forming. As the swelling goes down and your muscles relax, the implants will begin to settle. This process can sometimes take up to 3 months. Try to be patient and ultimately you will likely be happy with your results. Best, Dr. Kludt

Sean Kelishadi, MD · Answer

Hello and thank you for your question. 
It is highly unlikely to form capsules at 2 weeks post-op. My
 advice to you is to hang in 
there, as your breasts will look even better, but you need to be 
patient as your implants settle.  Right now they are squished by the 
activation of your pectoralis major muscle and tissue swelling due to 
the inflammatory response after surgery. Once they are in their final 
position 
and lower pole of your breasts is not as tight, your breasts will appear
 even 
larger and rounder; usually this process occurs as the pectoralis major 
muscle relaxes and the implants are no longer squeezed upward, and 
settle
 into their ideal position. This process usually takes 1-3 months, but 
can take up to 6 months.    
Remember that each side may heal and drop and fluff at a different rate.
 Also, make sure to relay your concerns to your 
plastic surgeon as most value the patient-doctor relationship and 
want to be first in line to help their patients. If after 3 months you 
are still unhappy, you can consider seeking revision with a board 
certified plastic surgeon with expertise in revision breast surgery.  I 
hope this helps!Sincerely,Dr. Sean Kelishadi

Ravinder Jarial, DO · Answer

Greetings. You are only two weeks after the procedure.  It is very early in the postoperative period to determine the final result.  The implants will eventually settle over time.  You have to be patient and allow time for the implants to drop.  Continue to follow the instructions from your surgeon. Best wishes.

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