What can I do to make breast (implants) feel softer?

Hello,Despite what was told to you, implant displacement techniques (massaging) have not been proven to soften normal implants nor prevent capsular contracture.  Although there are reports of implant massage, high dose vitamin E, external ultrasound, and drugs like Singulair softening scar capsules, it has failed the test of scientific scrutiny (in other words, they only work as well as random chance).  In fact, there is evidence to the contrary: one of the latest articles published in PRS in November of 2013 showed an increase risk of capsular contracture in a group of selected surgeons that prescribe implant massage!If your breasts seem symmetrical in shape and feel, it is less likely you have capsular contracture.  It is difficult to ascertain why you feel they are firm, but one reason might be that they are relatively large implants and your tissue are draped tightly over them.  In general, your tissues will expand and you'll have some relaxation and softening with time. Best of luck!

So far, what you are describing, seems totally normal and fine. I also believe that massage for 3-4 months after surgery speeds up the softening. Your breast characteristics will change for MANY months yet. Ask your surgeon to check though to be certain as examination is the best way to know. In my opinion, you are already doing all that YOU can do to aid in your recovery process.

You are very early in your recovery and in most cases the breast implants continue to soften over the first 3 months post op.  Breast implant displacement exercises and pectoralis muscle stretching exercises can help this process.If you can move your implants a capsular contracture is very unlikely.  However you should see your plastic surgeon for an examination to reassure you.