I was wondering if I would be still covered under the warranty? I have Capsular Contracture with one of my implants.

RomyMatrana:  Capsular contractures do not typically develop so quickly after surgery but it is possible.Capsular contracture is not covered under the implant warranty in most cases.  Recently a new implant manufacturer began selling implants in the US, Sientra.  They DO cover capsular contracture for a period of time after your surgery.  They currently have a very small market share however and the odds are that you do not have those implants.  Your surgeon will obviously know which implants you have.  Make a follow up appointment and find out what your options are.Good luck to you!

Capsular contracture is a result of the body's reaction to the implants. We are still not quite sure what the cause is, there are several factors involved. Type of implant, placement above or under the muscle can have an effect on contracture after surgery. If the capsule formation is severe enough it can cause pain and discomfort. The manufacturer warranty covers defect in manufacturing process that can lead to leakage or rupture of the implants. Capsular contracture is not the result of the manufacturing process and is not covered by the warranty. However if the capsular contracture is severe enough to cause pain, capsulectomy and removal may be covered by some health insurance carriers, but the replacement is not covered.

The major implant companies generally cover deflation of saline implants, or leakage of silicone implants for the life of the devices.  For the first ten years, there is a financial reimbursement of costs for replacement surgery with implant leakage or deflation.  After that, the implants are provided complimentary the majority of the time.  Capsular contracture is not covered for any smooth silicone device by any of the three existing implant companies witih FDA approval.

Thank you for your question.The implant manufacturers cover the implant of any accident or defect but they don´t cover the capsular contraction which this is made by your own body.

Mentor and Allergan in the US only cover deflated implants. They do not cover capsular contractures.

Have you discussed your concerns with your surgeon?  Most implant companies do not have a CC warranty.  However, Sientra has recently started a warranty program.  It is best for you to discuss your concerns with your surgeon.  There may be some simple solutions to your problems.

Unfortunately capsular contracture is not usually covered under the warranty for the implants.  You should discuss surgical and non surgical treatment of the CC with you PS to find our your best option.

The implant manufacturer's warranty is for failure of the implant (rupture), but does not cover how your body reacts to it. CC is something we still do not know how to prevent or control reliably and every patient who has breast implants should be made aware of this risk before surgery. It is not from a defective implant or a bad doctor, it is your body's unique response to the implant that has resulted in a tighter or thicker than normal layer of scar tissue. Ideally, the plastic surgeon will discuss up front how that is managed financially in terms of your responsibilities. CC is a lifelong risk and can "trigger" at any time, even years after surgery. There are many techniques that have reduced the frequency of CC but it probably affects at least 1 in 50 to some degree (reports vary widely). While it's unlikely that any surgeon would give a lifetime warranty for CC, many do offer to re-operate at minimal cost (perhaps OR and anesthesia fees only for example) if it occurs very early after surgery. However, keep in mind, revision does not change your physiology and CC can recur. I think it's always worth a try to use Singulair or Accolate and see if you are a responder. Ask your doctor what he thinks about that option and good luck!

I'm sorry you are experiencing this. Typically warranties on implants cover the implant itself in cases of deflation, rupture, or other manufacturer's defect. Commonly contracture isn't covered since the issues is with the tissue in the pocket created for the implant. The best resource you have is your warranty packet that your surgical team has given you. Read that over and make an appointment to see your surgeon to discuss your options. I hope your issue is resolved quickly and you are feeling better soon