3 years post op, one breast is still higher and more firm - Can this be capsular contracture? 215 cc high profile, dual plane.

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Hello! I did the breast augmentation 3 years ago (215cc/hp/dual plane/polytech). However, my breasts never get similar. My right breast sits higher and more firm. Is there a chance of capaular contracture? If yes,is surgery mandatory? I dont feel much pain and I dont have problem with how they look at least with cloths on! Also, if I wanna do the revision is there a chance to change the implant size at the same time? I like to go to slighter bigger implants (265 or so). Thank you!

Randal Haworth, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello !

It could be from capsular contracture, which can cause a variety of symptoms. A surgery would be necessary to treat this. You could get new implants at the same time.

I think you would greatly benefit from a revision to correct the asymmetries between your two breasts.

Best of luck,

Randal Haworth

Wayne I. Yamahata, MD · Answer

Your description suggests that you may have a capsular contracture. Confirmation requires a physical examination of your breasts. Should surgery be necessary, in most cases you could replace the implants with larger prostheses.

Justin K. Williams, MD · Answer

The appearance of the right breast does suggest there may be capsular contracture. An examination would be required to better delineate. Surgery is not mandatory at this time, but it could progress and bvgin to become painful.
Surgical release could improve this. Implant size change absolutely can happen at the same time!

Sean T. Lille, MD · Answer

Hi Dynamic6343,  One implant/breast being higher than the other is not the concerning part because breasts are not usually level. The concerning part to me is that one is firmer than the other. Your doctor should feel them and decide if he/she thinks it could be capsular contracture. If it gets too uncomfortable or distorted surgery would be indicated. (you could change implants at that point). My best advice is to see your surgeon.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Dynamic6343,
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 recommendations and advice.
Daniel Barrett, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

3 years post op, one breast is still higher and more firm - Can this be capsular contracture? 215 cc high profile, dual plane.

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3 years post op, one breast is still higher and more firm - Can this be capsular contracture? 215 cc high profile, dual plane.

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Answer: Not identical twins

Answer: Not identical twins

Answer: Capsular contracture

Answer: Capsular contracture

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