Can Capsule Contracture be prevented?
Capsule contracture can be one of the most common side effects of breast augmentation surgery. There is no way to prevent this from happening, however once the capsule is removed, the breast implants once again feel soft. It is also important to note that not every woman will experience a capsule contracture to the point of necessitating corrective surgery. Many women have implants for 30-40 years or even a lifetime without any visible signs of capsule contracture. Capsule Contractures are graded by surgeons using the Baker Grading System: • Baker Grade I: The breast is soft, and natural. A patient with implants will form a capsule. It’s only when the capsule begins to contract that capsule contracture occurs. • Baker Grade II: The breast is a little firm but appears natural. • Baker Grade III: The breast is firm and beginning to distort in shape. • Baker Grade IV: The breast is hard and has become quite distorted in shape. Pain/discomfort may be associated with this level. How is a ca
