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Derek Fletcher, MD

Thank you for your questions! 1. Management of capsular contracture: In general, if a person has grade 3 or 4 cap con, I recommend capsulectomy. If the implants are under the muscle, I will usually perform a partial capsulectomy because the capsule is often highly adherent to the rib cage and...

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Daniel Barrett, MD

Dear Polite970329, a capsule can be detected by any experienced breast surgeon at a consultation in person. There are a number of ways Dr's detect. I would suggest going back to the Dr who did your initial implants or to a new experienced breast surgeon. Wishing you the best of luck! Daniel...

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Daniel Barrett, MD

Dear Luminous8667, capsular contracture affects people approximately one in 20. No one knows exactly what causes it and what can prevent it completely. It's important for your doctor to use a minimal incision and a Keller funnel as a sleeve to protect the implant from touching anything before...

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Ronald J. Edelson, MD

There is no evidence that vaccinations cause capsular contracture. Every person has to decide for themselves whether or not to get the vaccine. There are always those who say that vaccines cause problems even without evidence. Make the choice you feel is best for you.

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Peter D. Geldner, MD

Thanks for your question and photos. Generally speaking, capsular contracture is diagnosed based on firmness of the breast. Cohesive implants are, by their design, somewhat firmer than other implants. Displacement of the implants and pain are usually seen later, but may be the first presenting ...

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Gerald Minniti, MD, FACS

Biologic materials have become popular, but its use necessitates the use of drains, which are a source of bacterial contamination of the implants, possibly the reason for recurrence of cc. Further, the material doesn't 'incorporate' into your forming capsule as advertised, and frequently leaves...

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