Will Silicone Implants for Breast Reconstruction Soften over Time?

June 17, 2010
Asked By:2258anon in New Jersey

Mastectomy/Silicone Implant Reconstruction. 11 days ago I had my final reconstruction surgery with silicone implants. I am happy with how they look but the feel very firm, stiff and almost hard. They just stay in place. Is that normal? Will they soften?

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June 22, 2010

Answer: A softer side

Earl Stephenson, Jr., MD, DDS, MBABoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
June 18, 2010

Answer: Breast Reconstruction after Cancer

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June 18, 2010

Answer: Breast Reconstruction after Cancer

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June 18, 2010

Answer: Breasts Softening After Breast Reconstruction

Christopher V. Pelletiere, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
June 18, 2010

Answer: Breasts Softening After Breast Reconstruction

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June 18, 2010

Answer: Will reconstructed breasts become firm/hard or soften with silicone implants?

Otto Joseph Placik, MDBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
June 18, 2010

Answer: Will reconstructed breasts become firm/hard or soften with silicone implants?

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