Hello. I have above-muscle saline implants that are 25+ years old. One of the implants has become hard, and I’d like to have a capsulectomy and replace the old saline implants with new ones. How complicated is this procedure? Is there something specific I should seek in a surgeon? I live in Miami Florida and there are tons of doctors who do breast augmentations. Is there something I should look for when looking for a surgeon? Thank you.
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Your photos and description (higher and more firm) suggest capsular contracture. An in person examination will help you make an accurate diagnosis and determine your best treatment plan.
Dear SS1234,
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...
It sounds like you may have experienced a tear in the capsule around the implant or a tear of the pectoralis major muscle. Either can cause bleeding (hematoma) which would explain the initial swelling. Typically, bruising follows. But, sometimes the capsule contains the hematoma and no bruising...
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