What are the early signs of capsular contracture?

I appreciate your question.Capsular contracture is when
the collagen-fiber capsule tightens and squeezes the breast implant . It
is a medical complication that can be painful and may distort the breast
implant and the breast . The degree of capsular contraction is graded using the
four grade Baker scale : grade I-IV:

Grade I —
the breast is normally soft and appears natural in size and shape

Grade II
— the breast is a little firm, but appears normal

Grade III
— the breast is firm and appears abnormal

Grade IV
— the breast is hard, painful to the touch, and appears abnormal

The best way to assess and give true
advice would be an in-person exam.

Please see a board-certified plastic
surgeon that specializes in aesthetic and restorative breast surgery.

Best of luck!

Dr. Schwartz

Board
Certified Plastic Surgeon

Director-Beverly
Hills Breast and Body Institute

#RealSelf100Surgeon

Thank you for your question. Capsular contracture refers to scar tissue that forms around a breast
implant, causing the breast to harden. This may cause the breast to look
or feel different, and may result in some discomfort from the
tightening of the capsule, and it may case the implant to ride high on
the chest wall. There are four subjective classifications of capsular
contracture according to the Baker Grading Scale: Grade I, breast is
soft and looks natural; Grade II, breast is slightly firm, but looks
natural; Grade III, breast feels and looks firm; Grade IV, breast is
hard, painful and looks abnormal. If you believe you have capsular contracture, I recommend speaking to your plastic surgeon about your concerns and what steps will be needed to correct the issue.

Capsular contracture is extra scarring that occurs around the breast implant and usually pushes the implants and gives it appears that it is higher than the side that is normal. As it progresses it can lead to pain and discomfort. It's your board-certified plastic surgeon for proper assessment and examination.

Capsular Contraction is the #scar tissue that forms around the #implant is a natural response to a foreign object implanted in the body. The capsule can tighten and squeeze the implant making it firm. This is referred to as capsular contracture. This firmness (breast capsule) can range from slight to very hard. The firmest ones can cause varying degrees of discomfort or pain. #CapsularContracture can occur in one breast or both. Those experiencing this are candidates for Breast Revision Surgery. An implant revision or exchange intends to replace the damaged implants with new silicone or saline filled implants with newer technology. Secondary breast surgery can be complex and needs to be done by an experienced plastic surgeon. The specific procedure to be performed will depend on the complications experienced and the condition of the implants.If you are experiencing signs of Capsular Contracture, contact your Plastic Surgeon for an exam.

The early signs of #capsular contracture would likely be tightness around the implant, implant has less mobility in the pocket, a change in shape where the implant looks fuller on top and the breast looks like it has more projection.When you lay on your back, check to see if the #implant falls off to the side less than it use to. Discomfort would typically be a later finding

Firm scar tissue around implants causes firmness and hardness.  Immobility and pain in breasts is caused by contracture of this scar tissue. Ultimately, capsular contracture causes distortion of implants and breasts.