Table 1.

Baker classification of capsular firmness in augmented breasts

Grade I	No palpable capsule	The augmented breast feels as soft as an unoperated one.
Grade II	Minimal firmness	The breast is less soft and the implant can be palpated, but is not visible.
Grade III	Moderate firmness	The breast is harder, the implant can be palpated easily, and it (or distortion from it) can be seen.
Grade IV	Severe contracture	The breast is hard, tender, painful and cold. Distortion is often marked.