Wednesday, February 12, 2014

The Best Implants for Breast Augmentation

The Best Implants for Breast Augmentation

Considering a breast augmentation? You’re not alone. Millions of patients around the world have already or are on their way to a fuller, more shapely bust.

According to the International Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons, breast augmentation was the #1 plastic surgery performed in the United States. In fact, 330,631 breast augmentation procedures.

You’ve got two choices: saline and silicone breast implants.

While both implants are considered safe by the FDA, but each comes with its own set of benefits and risks.

Also, we’re going to look at what are the best implants for breast augmentation for you as a patient.


Saline Breast Implants
·      Material: Sterile salt water is contained by a round silicone shell.

·      Appearance: Saline breast implants, while a less-risky choice, are a bit harder to the touch. Some patients—those who lack sustainable breast tissue—have voiced concern regarding the “rippling effect” on the edge of the implant.  

·      Insertion Procedure: These breast implants are empty when they are first inserted. Once they are in properly placed, the implants are filled with the saline solution.

·      Recommended Age: Saline breast implants are recommended for women who are 18 years and older.

·      Implant Longevity: Saline breast implants will last approximately 10 years.

·      Risks: As with any surgery, elective or otherwise, scarring, pain and infection can occur. When a patient seeks breast augmentation, additional risks should be taken into consideration: leakage, a rupture or temporary changes to breast and nipple sensitivity. Should a saline breast implant leak, the implant will flatten. The body will absorb the saline solution.

·      Treatment: There are no health risks to leaking saline solution. The body will just expel it naturally. However, the patient will need to have the silicone shell surgically removed to prevent infection. But the good news is that the patient can have a saline-filled implant replacement at the time of the surgery.

Silicone Breast Implants
·      Material: A round, silicone shell is filled with silicone gel.

·      Appearance: Men and women claim the feel and look resembles that of natural breast tissue. Silicone breast implants are softer to the touch and make a better aesthetic appearance.

·      Insertion Procedure: These breast implants come “pre-filled” with silicone gel.

·      Recommended Age: Silicone breast implants are recommended for women who are 22 years and older.

·      Implant Longevity: Silicone implants will last about 10-15 years, but doctors are more proactive in monitoring the implant status for leakage. Self-detection and yearly mammograms are recommended as they will help to determine whether or not it’s time to replace these implants due to leakage. MRIs can help, too, but they are more expensive.

·      Risks: If saline breast implants are the selected, the same risks apply to silicone breast implant surgery as that of saline. Correcting a silicone gel-filled breast implant leak is very different than that of a saline-filled implant. Instead of an obvious rupture, the patient may not notice the slow leaking of a “silent rupture.” This occurs when the gel is stuck in the fibrous tissue surrounding the implant.

·      Treatment: This is not a reason to panic; however, as the silicone gel isn't believed to cause health issues such as rheumatoid arthritis, reproductive difficulties or breast cancer. But doctors are cautious as a ruptured implant could lead to shape and contour changes as well as pain and discomfort. Surgery is recommended, and a replacement can be made at that time.

A Matter of Choice
In 2012, 72% of U.S. performed breast augmentation procedures used silicone implants while the rest used saline. To determine the right breast implant for your breast augmentation or reconstruction, talk with your doctor.

Based on your breast anatomy, implant placement, body type and expectations, your surgeon might recommend one type of breast implant over another for optimum results. Ultimately, the decision is yours.

If you’d like to learn more about the best implants for breast augmentation, contact us today.

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Sources:
http://www.isaps.org/press-center/isaps-global-statistics
http://online.wsj.com/news/articles/SB10001424127887324735304578354112677417392