I think I have capsular contracture 4 weeks post surgery? (Photos)

Hello,
I am sorry, but sometimes we just don't give correct information. Here are some data that is closer to reality. Capsular contracture is the most common complication of breast augmentation, occurring (on average) 15% to 20% of the time within the first three years after surgery, most of which occurs with in the first three months. Early cc should be followed for at least 6 months as a small percentage can relax. Implant massage has been thoroughly debunked as ineffectual at preventing or treating capsular contracture. Surgeons like myself who stopped telling their patients to massage have not experienced an upswing in cc or any other healing problem.  In my case, I reduced my cc rate from 8% to 1%, due to other more important things that can minimize the risk of cc.  There is very good data that shows that Singulair and Accolate do not prevent or treat cc. There was one study that did not meet statistical significance that was published (unfortunately) about ten years ago that suggested that it diminished recurrent cc. This is most likely incorrect. If your revision surgery was through your nipples, you were placed at highest risk of cc with that choice.  CC is a problem associated with bacterial biofilm and that doesn't go away with antibiotics, Singulair, massage, vitamin E, NSAIDs, or ultrasound. My specialty is far behind others in getting the data out to it's members and applying the data to our day to day practice.  Many of my colleagues are still willing to do things based on myth and dogma rather than data proven evidence. Stop the meds and stop the massage.  Wait. If you get better, great. If not, find yourself a surgeon that performs the best revision surgery for cc, either a total en bloc capsulectomy or a total/subtotal capsulectomy with a biologic ADM.  Either surgery should be performed through an inframammary incision. Best of luck!

Greetings, at 1 month post-op is too early to mention if theres capsular contracture... actually the true capsule is forming ... This scenario is very common, both breast heal differently, and they settle at different rates. From a simple glance your breast look ok, just need some time to them to be in their final position, usually 3-6 months. Hopes this helps you on your concern, best regards !

It is difficult to say if you have CC based on the pictures.  Singular helps prevent capsular contracture, some of the time.  Massage can be useful with smooth round implants, but is not advised with shaped implants.  Ask your PS for massage instructions, if indicated.