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nancy4 · 11-06-2009, 01:14 AM

Hello Dr.

How do you know you have a Capsular contracture? I had breast Augmentation done with 425cc high profile cohesive gel implants with a lift done 10 weeks ago. I love the results. Although my right breast is slightly firmer on the top area than the left. Both breasts look the same size and are symetrical.

Nancy

Dr. Pelletiere · 11-06-2009, 10:48 AM

It sounds like you are doing well. Contracture is usually a more long term problem, although it can occure early post-op in a small percentage of women. You are very early still in the overall process, so I wouldn't worry. I would just massage that breast 2-3 times a day to help soften a little. Also, if you are not a stomach sleeper, then you should lay down on your chest for a few minutes each day - the weight of your body will help stretch the scar tissue out. Women who sleep on their stomach or roll at night have a built in massage. I would check with your surgeon at the three month follow-up appointment, but this all sounds normal.

nancy4 · 11-06-2009, 12:14 PM

Thank you Dr.

11-06-2009, 01:14 AM	#1
nancy4 Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Kelowna, british columbia Posts: 8 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	CC Hello Dr. How do you know you have a Capsular contracture? I had breast Augmentation done with 425cc high profile cohesive gel implants with a lift done 10 weeks ago. I love the results. Although my right breast is slightly firmer on the top area than the left. Both breasts look the same size and are symetrical. Nancy

11-06-2009, 10:48 AM	#2
Dr. Pelletiere Certified by the ABPS Join Date: Jun 2008 Posts: 339 Thanks: 3 Thanked 269 Times in 154 Posts	It sounds like you are doing well. Contracture is usually a more long term problem, although it can occure early post-op in a small percentage of women. You are very early still in the overall process, so I wouldn't worry. I would just massage that breast 2-3 times a day to help soften a little. Also, if you are not a stomach sleeper, then you should lay down on your chest for a few minutes each day - the weight of your body will help stretch the scar tissue out. Women who sleep on their stomach or roll at night have a built in massage. I would check with your surgeon at the three month follow-up appointment, but this all sounds normal. __________________ The above messages are not intended to substitute for direct medical advice or patient care. Proper medical/patient care can only come with direct patient interaction and a full examination. If you cannot accept this policy, please ignore my messages. Dr. Pelletiere specializes in aesthetic and reconstructive surgery in and around Chicago. Christopher V. Pelletiere, MD 1602 Colonial Parkway Inverness, Illinois 60067 847.358.9444 office@pelletieresurgery.com www.pelletieresurgery.com

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11-06-2009, 12:14 PM	#3
nancy4 Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Kelowna, british columbia Posts: 8 Thanks: 0 Thanked 1 Time in 1 Post	Thank you Dr.