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Capsular Contracture Repair in Fort Lauderdale, FL
Capsular contracture repair surgery starting at: $2,999
Restore comfort, softness, and shape with capsular contracture repair in Fort Lauderdale
Capsular contracture repair surgery is a group of procedures, capsulectomy, capsulotomy, and capsulorrhaphy, designed to remove or release the hardened scar tissue around the breast implant, and restore a softer and natural feel to your breasts and improve overall appearance and comfort. Many patients also need to change their implants during this procedure.
Capsular contracture is a condition where the scar tissue around the implant gets hard and tight, causing discomfort, hardness, and asymmetry in breast shape. Some patients may develop this condition over time after getting their breast augmentation surgery using implants.
Our expert plastic surgeons in Fort Lauderdale, Dr. Brandon Elnekaveh, Dr. John Pinnella, and Dr. Rohan Policherla, will evaluate your case, examine your symptoms, and create a custom surgical plan to fit your unique needs. Whether you’re constantly dealing with discomfort, aiming to achieve a symmetrical look, or both, capsular contracture repair surgery can help you feel confident and at ease in your body again.
Your body, your goals — personalized capsular contracture repair
At the South Florida Center for Cosmetic Surgery, our team of expert plastic surgeons understands how uncomfortable and frustrating capsular contracture can be. This is why we’re committed to creating custom surgical plans and carefully examining your symptoms to deliver the most optimal results based on your anatomy and long-term well-being.
Our approach focuses on removing and realising the hardened scar tissue around your breast implant, delivering a softer and more natural feel, correcting visible distortion, restoring comfort, and replacing your implants. Our capsular contracture surgery in Fort Lauderdale enhances the overall breast aesthetic while prioritising your comfort and safety. Many patients experience immediate improvement and relief in softness and shape.
Capsular contracture repair at the South Florida Center starts at $1,999 (anesthesia and surgeon fees not included). Your coordinator will provide your final custom quote, which will vary depending on your surgical plan, the extent of your surgery, and if you’re combining it with any other procedures or changing your implants.
At the South Florida Center for Cosmetic Surgery, we make your procedure feel accessible. Your consultant will walk you through our flexible financing options through third-party companies witch easy and quick application process. Our staff is here to guide you from start to finish to ensure a smooth journey and help you make a confident decision.
Understanding your capsular contracture repair options
Our surgeons will examine your symptoms and carefully select the technique that best addresses the severity of your scar tissue (capsular contracture), your implant type and your aesthetic goals. The main surgical approaches at South Florida Center include:
Capsulectomy
This involves fully removing the capsule (the scar tissue surrounding the implant). It’s often recommended for more severe cases or when the scar tissue is thick and contracted, giving the surgeon a clean space for implant replacement or repositioning.
Capsulotomy
Instead of removing the capsule entirely, the surgeon makes precise incisions within the scar tissue to release tightness, expand the implant pocket, and restore a softer, more natural breast shape. This option may be ideal for mild to moderate cases.
Capsulorrhaphy
Used when the implant pocket is too large or has shifted position, this technique tightens and reshapes the capsule to improve implant placement and symmetry. It’s often combined with other repair methods for optimal results.
During your consultation in Fort Lauderdale, your surgeon will determine and choose the best approach (or combination of approaches) to fix your capsular contracture while prioritizing your safety, comfort and final results.
Understanding capsular contracture and its impact
Some patients may experience this complication after getting a breast augmentation or reconstructive breast surgery. Your body may create a layer of scar tissue, which naturally forms around the implant; this is what is referred to as the “capsule”. This capsule may be soft and flexible, but for some patients, the capsule tissue becomes thick and firm, creating discomfort and causing an asymmetric shape of the breast.
Why it happens
The exact cause isn’t always clear, but factors that can contribute include :
- Immune system response that’s stronger than average.
- Bacterial contamination or biofilm — Even microscopic bacteria can trigger excess scar tissue formation.
- Bleeding or fluid buildup around the implant after surgery.
- Implant rupture or leakage that irritates surrounding tissue.
How it affects you
Capsular contracture is often graded by severity, with early stages causing mild firmness and later stages leading to :
- Noticeable breast hardness or tightness.
- Pain or tenderness, especially when lying down or moving.
- Visible distortion in shape or position of the implant.
- Asymmetry between breasts.
For many patients with more advanced cases, capsular contracture can impact their posture, restrict movement, and cause ongoing discomfort. A capsular contracture repair surgery becomes an important step toward restoring comfort, symmetry, and confidence while optimizing your health.
Understanding the baker grading system for capsular contracture
The best way to determine if you’re experiencing any capsular contracture issues is by using the Baker Grading System. This system is key to measuring the severity of scar tissue around a breast implant. The scale ranges from Grade I to Grade IV, and it is an important tool to determine and choose the best treatment approach for your capsular contracture surgery.
GRADE 1
Soft & Natural Appearance
The breast looks and feels soft and natural. There is no visible distortion, and no signs of capsular contracture.
GRADE 2
Slight Firmness, Natural Appearance
The breast still appears normal but feels slightly firm to the touch. There’s no visible distortion, and most patients aren’t bothered by symptoms at this stage.
GRADE 3
Firmness with Visible Changes
The breast feels firm and begins to look distorted in shape. This stage can affect symmetry, projection, and overall aesthetics.
GRADE 4
Hardness with Pain & Distortion
The breast is hard, visibly misshapen, and often painful. This is the most severe stage, and surgical intervention is typically necessary to restore comfort and appearance.
Why this matters
This Baker Grade System not only helps your surgeon create a targeted and personalized treatment plan that fits your needs and targets your concerns, but it also helps patients to examine and understand their symptoms. Whether that involves realizing the capsule, removing it entirely, or reshaping the implant pocket for better results.
Customize your capsular contracture repair benefits
Relieve pain and tightness
Dealing with a capsular contracture can lead to discomfort and pain, from aching to tenderness around the breast tissue. Releasing the capsule helps relieve tensions, restore softness and ease daily pain.
Restore breast shape and symmetry
When the scar tissue becomes thick and hard, it can distort the implant shape or position. With capsular contracture, surgery helps remove and release the capsule, as well as replace the implant if the patient desires, creating a more balanced and natural-looking result.
Improve overall comfort and mobility
Many patients experience daily discomfort and limitation with certain movements, especially when stretching or lying on their stomachs. After the repairs or release, patients experience immediate improvement and a boost in daily comfort.
Enhance implant longevity
With the Baker Grade System, patients can address capsular contracture early, which can protect their implants and maintain their appearance over time.
Expand your wardrobe options
The capsule can impact the way clothing fits and feels. When releasing and repairing the hardened tissue, patients feel more comfortable wearing certain clothing and swimwear.
Aumentar la confianza y el bienestar emocional
Capsular contracture repair is not just for the aesthetics, but for your physical and emotional well-being. Many patients feel at ease in their own bodies again once constant discomfort is removed. Restoring confidence after your initial augmentation.
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Capsular contracture repair consultation process
01 Rellene nuestro formulario
Rellene nuestro formulario de consulta virtual en línea para que podamos obtener más información sobre usted y sus necesidades específicas. Asegúrese de incluir cualquier duda o pregunta que tenga para nuestro personal o cirujanos. También existe la opción de adjuntar fotos para que el cirujano las revise cuando evalúe su caso.
02 Recibir una propuesta
En la mayoría de los casos, el asesor de atención al paciente asignado le enviará una propuesta por correo electrónico en un plazo de 24 horas a partir del envío de la solicitud. Este le mostrará un desglose de los precios, lo que está incluido y los siguientes pasos para seguir adelante con la cirugía. También podrá ponerse en contacto con su asesor si tiene preguntas o dudas sobre la intervención.
03 Enviar fotos para su revisión
Para seguir adelante con su cirugía, el cirujano debe evaluar su cuerpo y sus objetivos específicos. Los pacientes pueden enviar fotos incluyendo múltiples ángulos (frontal, posterior, y ambos perfiles) junto con comentarios acerca de sus objetivos y preocupaciones, o puede programar una videollamada a su conveniencia para reunirse virtualmente con el cirujano. Ofrecemos consultas virtuales con el Dr. Robert Cucin, el Dr. John Pinnella, el Dr. Brandon Elnekaveh, y el Dr. Rohan Policherla. También ofrecemos consultas en persona con un depósito de $ 500 que va hacia el costo total de su cirugía.
04 Aprobar
Tras la consulta, ya sea mediante fotos, videollamada o en persona, el cirujano creará un plan quirúrgico y le aprobará como candidato para la intervención. El cirujano también podría sugerirle otro procedimiento. Su asesor de atención al paciente se pondrá en contacto con usted para confirmar la aprobación del cirujano y responder a cualquier pregunta que pueda tener.
05 Deje un depósito para mantener el precio
Una vez que esté listo para seguir adelante, puede dejar un depósito de $ 500 usando una tarjeta de crédito, dinero en efectivo, o uno de nuestros socios de financiación de confianza. Este depósito se destina al coste total de su cirugía. Los depósitos no son reembolsables, pero permanecen como un crédito del centro por un período de un año.
06 Programar cirugía
Después de dejar su depósito, usted está listo para programar su cirugía. Nuestro supervisor de programación se pondrá en contacto con usted y elegirá las fechas para sus citas preoperatorias y quirúrgicas que más le convengan. Si usted no está listo para programar de inmediato, háganoslo saber cuándo ponerse en contacto y estaremos encantados de seguir en un momento posterior.
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Cirugía y proceso de recuperación
30 - 1 día antes de la intervención
You’ll meet with your surgeon for a final consultation to review and finalize your surgical plan. Our pre-operative team will ensure you complete your bloodwork, obtain necessary medical clearance, and take before pictures to get you ready for surgery day.
Día de la cirugía
Capsular contracture takes around 1-3 hours, and it is performed under general anesthesia. During your surgery and depending on your case, the scar capsule will be removed, and your implants may be replaced or fully removed. This is an outpatient procedure where you’ll go home right after surgery, wearing a supportive post-surgical bra and post-op care.
1 día postoperatorio
Your surgeon will advise you to prioritize rest and limit movement. Swelling, tightness and soreness around the area are expected. You must continue wearing your post-surgical bra to support healing and circulation.
1 semana postoperatoria
You’ll return ot our office one week post-op, where your surgeon will examine your incision areas and how your healing is progressing. Light activities such as walking may be resumed; strenuous workouts, lifting, and high-impact activities should be limited and avoided.
1 mes postoperatorio
Most patients can now enjoy activities with more comfort. Most patients are now clear to return to light-exercise, but your surgeon will keep suggesting limiting high-impact activities. You must continue wearing your post-surgery bra so swelling continues to subside and improve.
2 - 12 meses después de la operación
Patients are now able to see their final results, swelling completely subsided, and tissues often soften. Most patients are fully recovered and cleared around the 3-6 month mark, with incision lines continuing to fade over time.
Capsular Contracture Repair Reviews & Ratings in Fort Lauderdale
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Muy recomendable.
The staff and Dr. Rohan were exceptionally friendly and informative during my visit. Their warm interaction truly made me feel welcome and at ease. The entire experience was very positive and reassuring. I appreciated the clear explanations and the comfortable atmosphere they created. It’s wonderful to encounter such dedicated and kind professionals. Highly recommend!
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I am very pleased with the results
Dr. Ro has been wonderful. He has been extremely thorough in explaining what I should expect before and after my surgery and has been very transparent in the healing process. I am very pleased with the results. The staff has also been a pleasure to work with. They have been so patient and polite throughout the entire process.
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Exactly what I was looking for
This has been by far the BEST experience I have had. This was my third breast augmentation & I had unfortunately gotten to the point where I didn’t think the results I had always wanted was possible for me. Until meeting Dr. Brandon and his team! The staff has been more than amazing & Dr. Brandon absolutely killed it!! I am so amazed at how they worked with me & gave me exactly what I was looking for! This is your sign to go ahead and book here and look no further! You will be SO thankful you did 🙌🏽
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Dedication, expertise, and compassion
I have had the pleasure of undergoing a procedure at the South Florida Center for Cosmetic Surgery under the care of Dr. Elnekaveh, and the experience has been exceptional. From the initial phone call to the preoperative consultation and postoperative follow-up, the team has demonstrated unwavering dedication, expertise, and compassion. The administrative staff’s kindness and understanding made me feel welcomed and comfortable.
This surgical experience far surpassed my previous one at a reputable Miami facility, dispelling my concerns about general anesthesia. I am now considering additional cosmetic surgery options and am grateful to the team for their transformative care.
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Me sentí segura en todo momento
The experience with working with Dr Brandon was great from beginning to end. He is extremely professional, listened to all my fears, took my health and safety very seriously and is such an overall knowledgeable Doctor. I felt safe every step of the way. The nurses there and the entire staff are just so kind. I cannot recommend south florida surgery center and doctor brandon enough!! He’s amazing!
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I’m so happy with my results
Dr. Brandon E is extremely skilled and an expert in his craft. I’m so happy with my results and it was his gentle suggestion that I did not require reduction that made me so happy I picked and listened to him as my surgeon . The office is very nicely kept and in the heart of Fort Lauderdale beach. View from the window is very nice. The entire nursing staff is extremely attentive and sweet, including the nurses, assistants, the anesthesiologist. Treated with respect by all!
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Exceeded my expectations
Dr. Brandon is a Harvard alumni and exceeded my expectations. I could not be more pleased with the kind staff, the expertise and results. I travel each time I need the best in the country as far as I’m concerned.
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Our Fort Lauderdale capsular contracture repair plastic surgeons
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Dr. Brandon Elnekaveh
Brandon Elnekaveh, MD es un cirujano plástico y reconstructivo especializado en cirugía estética.
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Dr. John Pinnella
John Pinnella, MD es un cirujano plástico y reconstructivo especializado en cirugía estética.
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Dr. Rohan Policherla
Rohan Policherla, MD es un cirujano plástico y reconstructivo especializado en cirugía estética.
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South Florida Center for Cosmetic Surgery ha existido por más de 20 años. Tenemos dos lugares de la Florida Departamento de Salud Certificados Oficina de Cirugía en Fort Lauderdale y Miami y un número de cirujanos plásticos certificados por la junta en nuestro personal que se especializan en una variedad de procedimientos. Hemos sido reconocidos por Boca Magazine's Top Doctors, Fort Lauderdale Magazine's Top Docs, RealSelf y tenemos más de 500 comentarios de 5 estrellas.
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Frequently asked capsular contracture repair questions
What is capsular contracture repair surgery?
Capsular contracture repair is a procedure designed to remove the hardened scar tissue around the breast implant. While some scar is a normal part of your recovery process, patients can develop a capsule with excessive tightening that can cause the breast to feel firm and uncomfortable. Many patients experience relief from pressure, tightness or discomfort after capsular contracture repair surgery.
What causes capsular contracture?
Capsular contracture does not have a single reason why it may develop; it may occur when the healing response produces excessive scar tissue that tightens around the breast implant, causing pressure and discomfort. Potential triggers may include low-grade infection, implant rupture, bleeding during surgery, or inflammation.
What are the symptoms of capsular contracture?
Many patients experience a range of symptoms due to their capsule. They may notice how their breast tissue feels tighter and starts getting distorted. The breast may feel hard to the touch, and in severe cases, discomfort and pain can interfere with daily activities.
How is capsular contracture diagnosed?
The Baker Grading System can help to identify early signs of capsular contracture and understand the severity of your case. However, it is important to obtain a consultation with your surgeon to get examined and assess firmness, implant position, and symmetry. It is also advised to undergo an ultrasound or MRI to evaluate the condition and amount of scar tissue surrounding the implant.
What are my options for treating capsular contracture in Fort Lauderdale?
There are different types of approaches to fix a capsular contracture. A capsulectomy removes the hardened capsule entirely; this is for more advanced cases, while capsulotomy releases or loosens the scar tissue. Many patients also get their implants removed or replaced during the repair surgery.
Will I need my implants replaced during the repair?
In most capsular contracture cases, yes, your surgeon will advise you to replace the implant, especially if it is older or damaged by the hardened tissue. Replacing the implants allows your surgeon to treat both scar tissues at the same time, and some patients choose a different size implant or type. However, in selected cases, patients choose to fully remove the implant.
How long does capsular contracture repair surgery take?
Capsular Contracture repair surgery takes around 1-3 hours, depending on the extent of your case, whether both breasts are treated, and if implants are fully removed or replaced. More complex cases or combined procedures can extend the duration of your surgery.
What is recovery like after capsular contracture repair?
Patients must prioritize rest and limited movement for the first two weeks. Swelling, discomfort and tightness are normal during early recovery stages. You must wear a post-surgery bra to support healing, circulation and new shape. Patients feel fully healed around the 3-6 month mark, being able to return to normal activities.
How much does capsular contracture repair surgery cost in Fort Lauderdale?
At the South Florida Center for Cosmetic Surgery, capsular contracture repair starts at $1,999. The final price will be provided by your coordinator, and it will vary depending on the complexity of your case, implant replacement, and whether you’re combining additional procedures. Financing options are available.
Can capsular contracture come back after surgery?
Recurrence is possible, our team of expert surgeons uses precision and carefully uses surgical techniques to reduce risks over time. Removing the capsule completely, replacing older implants, and ensuring proper implant positioning help protect results.
Is capsular contracture repair covered by warranty?
The Natrelle Confidence Plus® warranty provides a free 10-year replacement for capsular contracture (Baker Grade III/IV) for both affected and contralateral implants. It also includes financial assistance for certain complications, such as rupture and late seroma, and coverage for BIA-ALCL. Coverage depends on implant type, manufacturer, and documentation.
How can I prevent capsular contracture after implant surgery?
Capsular contracture cannot always be prevented; it is a natural reaction of your body’s internal system. However, careful and precise planning reduces risk. You must follow all post-operative instructions after your breast augmentation procedure.
Am I a good candidate for capsular contracture repair?
Ideal candidates are those who are constantly dealing with breast hardness, pain, asymmetry, or visible implant distortion. Candidates must be in overall good health. You qualify for a repair at our center even if your augmentation was performed years ago or at another practice.
How do I get started with capsular contracture repair in Fort Lauderdale?
The first step is to get a virtual consultation with one of our expert plastic surgeons at South Florida Center for Cosmetic Surgery. Your surgeon will examine your symptoms and request necessary imaging.
What are the grades of capsular contracture?
Capsular contracture is classified using the Baker grading system, from Grade I to Grade IV. Mild grades may show firmness without distortion, while advanced grades involve pain and visible shape changes. Understanding the grade helps guide treatment recommendations. Your surgeon will explain your classification clearly. Higher grades typically require surgical correction.
Can capsular contracture affect only one breast?
Yes, capsular contracture often affects only one breast initially. This can result in noticeable asymmetry in position, shape, or firmness. Even when symptoms are unilateral, both implants are typically evaluated during consultation. Addressing symmetry is an important goal of repair surgery. Treatment plans are designed to create balanced, natural results.
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Our capsular contracture repair surgery specialist in Fort Lauderdale
At the South Florida Center for Cosmetic Surgery, capsular contracture repair surgeries are performed by a team of expert plastic surgeons, including our Board-certified surgeon, Dr. John Pinnella, who is known for his extensive expertise, precision, and commitment to delivering natural results while prioritizing your safety.
Capsular Contracture Repair surgeries are performed at our center located in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, providing aesthetic care to patients all around the country, including areas like Miami, Boca Raton, Palm Beach, and those who decide to travel internationally seeking high-quality results, care, and expertise in cosmetic procedures in South Florida.
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