I'm 7 months post-op, 240cc under the muscle, and I think I'm developing capsular contracture on my right side. I had no breast tissue on that side prior to surgery so I expected it to be firmer than the other. It sits higher and I cant even squeeze it to half its width. The bottom half is a lot softer than the top half. Also the implant can barely move. Maybe the pocket was made small, but if I press on the top or bottom of the implant, it barely moves a cm.
Answer: See your surgeon If you feel excessive firmness in your breast then please see your surgeon for an assessment. Capsular contracture can develop within months of surgery.
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Answer: See your surgeon If you feel excessive firmness in your breast then please see your surgeon for an assessment. Capsular contracture can develop within months of surgery.
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March 19, 2025
Answer: Capsular contracture Hi there. It is not too early to develop capsular contracture. It is something that you would want to follow up with your plastic surgeon for further evaluation, especially if it feels firmer and is sitting higher than the other side. I have included a video in hopes that it helps answer some of your questions. Best of luck to you!
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March 19, 2025
Answer: Capsular contracture Hi there. It is not too early to develop capsular contracture. It is something that you would want to follow up with your plastic surgeon for further evaluation, especially if it feels firmer and is sitting higher than the other side. I have included a video in hopes that it helps answer some of your questions. Best of luck to you!
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February 12, 2025
Answer: Capsular Contracture Question? Capsular contracture can occur quite early after breast implant surgery. Generally one would not advise surgery prior to six months to a year after breast augmentation to allow for settling of the implants and to establish the final clinical result. Early after breast augmentation surgery it can be difficult to differentiate between a tight implant pocket or soft tissue envelope and early capsular contracture. This may become clearer over time and allow for more accurate planning of secondary surgical options, which may include surgery one or both breasts.
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February 12, 2025
Answer: Capsular Contracture Question? Capsular contracture can occur quite early after breast implant surgery. Generally one would not advise surgery prior to six months to a year after breast augmentation to allow for settling of the implants and to establish the final clinical result. Early after breast augmentation surgery it can be difficult to differentiate between a tight implant pocket or soft tissue envelope and early capsular contracture. This may become clearer over time and allow for more accurate planning of secondary surgical options, which may include surgery one or both breasts.
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May 28, 2024
Answer: Is 7 months too early to address capsular contracture? Thanks so much for your question,
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May 28, 2024
Answer: Is 7 months too early to address capsular contracture? Thanks so much for your question,
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May 8, 2024
Answer: Capsular contracture Schedule a follow up visit with your surgeon. She/He can evaluate you to determine if you have a capsular contracture or if the breast is still feeling tight as a result of the surgery. I've included a video about capsular contracture that I hope you find helpful.
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May 8, 2024
Answer: Capsular contracture Schedule a follow up visit with your surgeon. She/He can evaluate you to determine if you have a capsular contracture or if the breast is still feeling tight as a result of the surgery. I've included a video about capsular contracture that I hope you find helpful.
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