Treatment for capsular contracture may require surgery, implant replacement, or implant removal. Change in nipple and skin sensation - Breasts are usually sore after surgery. Some change in nipple sensation is not unusual right after surgery. After several months, most patients have normal sensation. Partial or permanent loss of nipple and skin sensation may occur occasionally.
Skin scarring - Excessive scarring is uncommon.
In rare cases, abnormal scars may result. Scars may be unattractive and of different color than surrounding skin. Additional surgery may be needed to treat abnormal scarring after surgery. Implants - Breast implants, similar to other medical devices, can fail. Implants can break or leak.