Tag : implant reoperation

by Terrye Tebbetts Capsular contracture or hardening of the lining around an implant is the second biggest reason for reoperation (size exchange is the first). Dr. Tebbetts believes that capsular contracture formation is related to 4 basic variables: 1. 10% Genetics – how the patient heals 2. 10% Device rate 3. 20% Bacteria in the [...]