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Capsular contracture is one of the most frequent complications of breast implant surgery. It occurs when the natural scar tissue around the implant contracts and hardens, which leads to pain, discomfort, and breast deformation. Fortunately, there are numerous good options for capsular contracture treatments. If you have capsular contracture, here are the top 5 treatments to use in 2025. 1. Massage Therapy Massage therapy is a standard non-surgical capsular contracture treatment . It has the potential to dissolve the scar tissue and soften the capsule of the implant, making the breast look better and feel better. Massage can be done at home after consultation with your surgeon, especially when done regularly and in the early phase of capsular contracture. 2. Medications Some drugs may also control capsular contracture. Corticosteroids are often used to decrease inflammation and avoid tightening of the capsule. Some research indicates that medicines like tamoxifen, a selective e...

So, you’ve got new breast implants, and maybe they’re sitting a little higher on your chest than you pictured. Don’t worry—that’s super common right after surgery. Those high-riding implants just need some time to get cozy with your skin and muscles. The cool part? Massages can totally help them settle down into a spot that feels more natural. Plus, they come with some bonus perks! Let’s chat about why massages for high breast implants are a game-changer, how to do them right, and what they can do for you. Oh, and we’ll sprinkle in some info on massages for hard breast implants and answer that big question: how do I know my breast implants have a problem? Why High Breast Implants Happen Imagine you just had surgery, and your body’s still figuring things out. Your chest muscles are like, “Wait, what’s going on here?” They tighten up, and with a little swelling, your implants end up perched higher than you’d like. That’s the deal with high breast implants—it’s normal at first. Over time,...

Breast augmentation is a cosmetic technique that will increase the breast's size and enhance their shape. Usually, this is performed using silicone gel or saline-filled breast implants beneath the chest wall. While that is one of the most popular cosmetic surgeries, it is also a severe surgical operation that comes with a few risks. Understanding every minute detail related to breast implant surgery complications is vital to make an informed selection. In this comprehensive blog, let's understand the potential complications, and some other information to help you make an informed decision. Common Breast Implant Surgery Complications Breast implant surgery complications should not be overlooked. Understanding some of the potential problems with breast implants can help you decide whether breast implant reconstruction is right, and help you make the right choices about the breast implants, filling, and placement. Capsular Contracture Capsular contracture happens whe...

The medical profession has advanced greatly over the years. As a result, surgeries have generally become a lot safer. Surgeries are no longer used merely when necessary for health purposes. More individuals are now using them for aesthetic purposes. One common form of it growing in popularity is breast augmentation surgery. However, it may come with a few minor and temporary side effects. These tend to vanish after a while. If not, this is when breast capsular contracture treatment can come into play. In this b Understanding Capsular Contracture Treatment It refers to medical procedures that help deal with scar tissue capsules formed around the implant within the body after breast augmentation surgery. It is a defense mechanism that isolates the foreign object from the rest of the body. Generally, it is considered a normal and healthy response by the body. However, in some patients, this scar tissue may become too hard and start contracting around the implant. It impacts both the ...

Liposuction is a popular cosmetic surgery that removes fat cells from different body parts. However, it is considered a safe and effective option to get a better-leaned body. However, there are high chances of experiencing complications such as fibrosis. In this article, let's check out what fibrosis after liposuction is, what causes and how it can be treated. What is Fibrosis after Liposuction? Fibrosis is the thickening or scarring of tissue. Liposuction Fibrosis refers to the forming of fibrous tissue in the treated area. Furthermore, fibrosis is a natural healing process in response to tissue damage. In the case of liposuction, fibrosis may occur due to the trauma caused to the underlying tissues during the procedure. The formation of fibrous tissue can lead to contour irregularities in the skin surface which can cause concern for patients. Causes of Fibrosis after Liposuction Fibrosis after liposuction can also arise due to several factors, which include: ●   ...

After placing a breast implant, fibrous scar tissue forms around it and causes tissue capsules. As part of its immune response system, it protects itself against foreign objects like breast implants for this layer. Usually, this tissue capsule is soft or mildly firm - inconspicuous enough that it doesn't interfere with implant stability. In other instances, an abnormally rigid and dense capsule forms, leading to capsular contracture - an uncommon yet severe form of scarring condition affecting women with implants. What is Capsular Contracture? In cases of capsular contracture, the scar tissue capsule that forms around an implant tightens and hardens over time, creating abnormal firmness or misshape of the breast as well as distorting its appearance. Furthermore, botched capsular contracture may lead to pain as well as displacement, such as pushing it higher onto your chest. What Causes Capsular Contracture? Numerous factors may increase one's likelihood of capsular c...