Up until 2001, I would estimate that I utilize saline implants in 85% of my breast augmentation patients. Now I utilize saline breast implants for augmentation so rarely that I need to special order them. Cohesive silicone gel implants are clearly superior in both look and feel in the majority of patients. Silicone breast implants are the most studied device him the history of medicine and still, to this date, no conclusive evidence has emerged linking silicone breast implants to any autoimmune disease.

Saline implants are still being used, perhaps nowhere in the world are they used more frequently than in the United States. However, implant options vary with patients’ body characteristics, their desired result, surgeon preferences, and other factors. There are a variety of safe, aesthetic options available to patients, the newer of which are the latest generation of silicone implants (All breast implants have a silicone elastomer shell), and possibly soon, anatomically-shaped, cohesive-gel implants. These implants are currently being reviewed by the FDA, and may add yet another new, safe option on the market for women in the US. Each type of implant has inherent risks and benefits, which should be explored before deciding which type is best for you—the way to do this is to schedule an appointment with a plastic surgeon who is well-versed in the different implant devices and proven surgical techniques.

Yes, Saline implants are still used in the United States, there are advantages for patients desiring transumbilical approaches as well as some cost advantages. Typically younger patients are more suited for saline as there is better soft tissue coverage.

Yes, saline implants are still being used. There are pros and cons to both saline and silicone. Anyone contemplating breast augmentation should discuss this with a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon.

Yes indeed, and I often suggest them for younger patients. Silicone implants often feel more "transparent," like smooth lumpless breast tissue. However, all implants will leak eventually and need replacement, and monitoring silicone means regular mammograms or scans, which an older patient would be getting anyway for cancer screening. So silicone is typically more expensive over time. This topic justifies a longer discussion with your Board-Certified plastic surgeon.

Yes they are being used!! You can discuss the advantages of each type of implant when you have your consultation with your Board Certified Plastic Surgeon. For more information you can go to -
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