I have mild scoliosis and my breasts have always been slightly uneven. However, ever since I received augmentation I felt the implants looked considerably different in their appearance...not necessarily in size, but with how they settled. One seems to be perky and the other has always hung more towards my armpit and has taken on a lower almost flatter shape it seems. I am 9 1/2 months out. Advice?
July 24, 2019
Answer: Do I have Capsular Contracture? (Photo) Capsular contracture can be diagnosed during a consultation with your plastic surgeon. A plastic surgeon easily notices even minute signs of capsular contracture, along with well-defined signs like hardening of the implant and distortion in shape. Some may even experience a sensation of constriction or feeling heavy-chested when the capsule starts to tighten. In a few cases, the affirmation of capsular contracture is done through a mammogram, MRI, or ultrasound. None of your narrative points to your having capsular contracture.The left implant is higher and does appear smaller. However, if the pocket is tight, this would explain the look.
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July 24, 2019
Answer: Do I have Capsular Contracture? (Photo) Capsular contracture can be diagnosed during a consultation with your plastic surgeon. A plastic surgeon easily notices even minute signs of capsular contracture, along with well-defined signs like hardening of the implant and distortion in shape. Some may even experience a sensation of constriction or feeling heavy-chested when the capsule starts to tighten. In a few cases, the affirmation of capsular contracture is done through a mammogram, MRI, or ultrasound. None of your narrative points to your having capsular contracture.The left implant is higher and does appear smaller. However, if the pocket is tight, this would explain the look.
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July 23, 2019
Answer: Capsular contracture Not looking like contracture from the pictures you posted, but to know for sure an in person evaluation by a plastic surgeon is needed. Checking with your surgeon about your concerns might provide some reassurance.Dr. Ted Eisenberg, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and Author RealSelf Distinguished Hall of Fame Inductee
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July 23, 2019
Answer: Capsular contracture Not looking like contracture from the pictures you posted, but to know for sure an in person evaluation by a plastic surgeon is needed. Checking with your surgeon about your concerns might provide some reassurance.Dr. Ted Eisenberg, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon and Author RealSelf Distinguished Hall of Fame Inductee
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