Are silicone breast implants the right choice right for me? This is one of the bigger questions you will face when considering breast implant surgery. The decision between saline and silicone implants will impact both the cost of your surgery as well as the types of incision methods available. Are the benefits of silicone implants worth it despite these limiting factors? It is a good idea to make this decision early on as much of your planning for the breast implant procedure will be based upon what type of implant that you feel is the best for you.

Silicone breast implants made a come back in a big way back in November of 2006. When they were approved for use again in the United States, many women have been choosing this type of implant which has been used around the world for the past thirty years. Now in their fifth generation, the cohesive gel implant is considered to be safe for use because even upon rupture the silicone filler will tend to hold together. Additionally the outer shell of the implant has been made tougher to reduce the possibility of premature breast implant failure.

One of the most important reasons women choose silicone is because they tend to feel more like a natural breast after the implant is placed underneath the breast. The feel of the silicone breast implant tends to be more noticeable leading to the placement of the implant under the muscle, which also helps to prevent the rippling effect that can often be seen through the skin with saline. These issues are not present with silicone breast implants which can be placed above the muscle since they tend to look and feel so natural.

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There have been varying viewpoints throughout the years about the best kind of implant to use for Breast Augmentation, and health controversies about one kind of implant that dominated news reports in the 1990′s. Many women who were interested in having fuller breasts were fearful to do so because of these reports. The following describes the different kinds of implants that are available, and addresses some of the concerns regarding differences between breast implant fill material, shape, surface texture, size, manufacture, and use of implants.

Breast Implant Fill Material:

Although all breast implants do have a solid silicone shell (bag), they are filled with different substances such as: saline and silicone.

Saline Breast Implant

While there are a number of implants available for Breast Augmentation, currently the most commonly used is the saline breast implant.

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The reasons for a woman to turn to breast implants are numerous and differ from case to case, so the types of implants are chosen according to the motives and preferences of patients. Some women want breast implants to give another shape for their breasts, others to have larger breasts to regain the natural shape of the breasts after events such as birth or accident, or simply to balance the size or shape different breasts. The choice of breast implant is a personal one and the benefits are personal as well. Each choice has advantages and disadvantages. Whatever it is, for many women, an implant is more than a correction, is a way to feel good.

It is not enough to know that you want a breast implant operation. Your decision should take in consideration the shape of the implants as well, which can be round or anatomical (teardrop-shape), as well as the size and their contents: silicone or saline implants. Finally, the coating, which can be smooth or textured is also a vital aspect. Of course, the doctor will advise you in this election according to the proportion of your body, the elasticity of your skin or the amount of breast tissue. When you’ve decided on all details of these interventions you should take into account the fact that breast implants have a limited lifespan and that while some changes may occur. The average lifetime of an implant is between 10 and 20 years depending on the type of breast implant, the type of surgery or the accidents occurring after surgery. There are also situations where the breast implants move from that area where they are inserted, deflate and even lead to wrinkles and rupture. In this case, you will need to intervene and to remove or replace your implants.

Another topic that is really important is related to the myth which claims that implants affect the milk quality or prevent breastfeeding. There is no medical evidence to support this story. Indeed, the implant can hinder the process, because loss of nipple sensitivity and breast changes usually occur. However, the quality of breast milk is not canceled or impaired by implants. If you need help you can ask your doctor or gynecologist. They will show you how to proceed with your baby and resume the breastfeed process normally.

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