Breast augmentation surgery is a popular procedure and is
one of the most frequently performed ones. The procedure involves placement of breast
implants in the breasts to enhance the size and contours of breasts. Breast
implants are available in variety of types varying in shapes, sizes and
textures. Here we will compare the most popular and frequently used breast
implant options.
Saline and silicone breast implants are mostly used for
breast enhancement. Both the implants produce excellent results of breast
augmentation. However, silicone implants are mostly used for reconstructive
purposes or if there is large difference between the sizes of your breasts or if
you are undergoing breast augmentation and breast lift simultaneously. Here is
an overview of most popular types of breast implants.
Saline breast implants
Saline implants are the most commonly used type. They are
silicone shells filled with saline water. They feel like plastic bag filled
with water. They are often filled after placement with the help of a disposable
tube and therefore require smaller incisions. Below given are some important
factors associated with saline breast implants:
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They are approved by FDA for women over 18 years
of age.
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They are filled with sterilized saline water.
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They are generally the lowest priced implants. They
are about half as expensive as silicone implants.
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They feel less soft and less natural than
silicone gel implants. However, the results are equally effective.
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The volume of saline implants is adjustable to
ensure symmetrical results.
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Saline implants are more likely to cause
wrinkling but this effect is normal.
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On rupture, flattening occurs that makes the
patient know about rupture.
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Rupture of saline implants poses no health risk.
Saline solution is absorbed by the body.
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They are available in different projections.
Silicone breast implants
Silicone breast implants are safer than saline implants
because of their thicker outer shell. Risk of rupture is also low. They are
silicone gel filled bags covered with silicone shell. Silicone implants are
inserted pre-filled and therefore, require comparatively longer incisions. Below
given are some important factors associated with silicone gel implants.
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FDA has approved silicone gel implants for women
22 years of age or more.
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They are filled with silicone gel.
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They are typically more expensive than saline
gel implants.
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They are soft and have more natural feel as
compared to saline implants.
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The volume of silicone gel implants can’t be adjusted
after insertion.
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Silicone gel implants may develop wrinkling on
capsule formation.
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On rupture, flattening does not occur and
therefore, it is given the name of silent rupture.
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On rupture, silicone gel may bleed through the
implant walls and get trapped in the tissues. This causes pain, soreness,
swelling and lumps in the affected breast.
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They are also available in different
projections.
Gummy bear breast implants
Besides saline and silicone gel implants, cohesive gel
implants – commonly known as gummy bear implants – are also becoming popular. They
are filled with silicone gel that is thicker than used in traditional silicone
gel implants. Below given are some important factors associated with gummy bear
implants:
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FDA has approved gummy bear implants for women
22 years of age or more.
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They are filled with thick silicone gel.
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They are the most expensive breast implants,
even more than silicone implants.
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They feel more natural than both saline and
silicone implants.
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Their volume is not adjustable after placement.
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They may also cause wrinkling.
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Rupture is very rare with gummy bear implants
but whenever it occurs, does not cause flattening.
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They have lower chance of capsular contracture
as compared to saline and saline implants.
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They are also available in different
projections.
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