What is the incidence of capsular contraction for under the muscle implants by type ( saline, silicone, gummibear, textured and smooth). Everything I have read says "less than sub glandular", but would someone please tell me what "less" is as a percentage rate. Do most occur in the first few year or does the rate continue to increase over time? Thank you
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In my own experience I have certainly use implants of this
size and even larger in woman of larger stature. Generally speaking, larger
frames will require a larger implant to have the same visional impact as a
smaller implant on a smaller frame. As
far as exercise goes, all bets are off because...
No one is perfectly symmetrical and if there is an obvious asymmetry, your surgeon would most likely recommend using different sized implants to try to compensate for the difference. It would be a good idea to go see your surgeon for another exam and to discuss this and prepare for it by...
The valve in a saline implant creates a very slight prominence that is generally completely camouflaged by even a modest amount of soft tissue coverage. Physical exam would clarify the specific issue.
