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The choice of silicone or saline implants depends on many different criteria. It depends on the patients desires. The physical anatomy, the age of the patient and what the surgeon deems appropriate. There are advantages to both types of breast implants. In actual fact there are now 3 basic types of breast implants, including saline silicone and the new cohesive gels (gummy bear implants). I have experience for many years with both saline and silicone implants and am able to get superb results with either type of implant.
Dr. David Azouz MD
Plastic and Cosmetic Surgeon
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What are the types of breast implants available for those considering cosmetic surgery?
"The three main types of breast implants are those filled with silicone, saline, or gel. The best choice for you will depend on the shape, volume, and feel you are trying to achieve. It is important to note that there are also varying health risks associated with each type of implant; more information on the health risks can be found by contacting the American Food and Drug Administration, or the American Medical Association."
Is boob job safe to operate on?
Both silicone and saline implants are considered to be very safe, and both require replacement after a period of some years (depending on the type). Saline implants are substantially less expensive than silicone, but look and feel less natural.
Is it safe to breast feed with implants when you've had breast cancer in the past?
Yes, assuming you have saline implants (not silicone). You can talk with your doctor if you have any specific concerns.
How much will breast enhancement cost?
The price of breast enhancements will vary depending on the type of implant. There are 2 types; saline implants and silicone implants. Saline implants are slightly cheaper costing å£1000-å£1500 with silicone implants costing å£1500-å£2000. The price will also depend on the surgeon and the end look i.e. how big or small the breast are required to be.
Are silicone implants better than the leading kind of implants?
That is a question that needs to be directly discussed with your plastic surgeon. Many different factors can influence your decision as to the type of implant you may get. Recently I went for a consultation and my physician is still recommending saline over silicone. But that is a personal decision pros and cons need to be weighed by the individual.
what is a breast augmentation?
A breast implant is a prosthesis which is inserted into the breast in order to artificially enlarge its size. They are available in different shapes and sizes. Breast implant, saline- or silicone-filled prosthesis used after mastectomy as a part of the breast reconstruction process or used cosmetically to augment small breasts. Know more about them by visiting: Dr Tavakoli Suite 1, Level 1, 376 New South Head Road, Double Bay, NSW 2028, Sydney Phone : 1300 368 107
What is the advantage of silicone breast implants?
There are many aesthetic and texture advantages to silicone breast implants. Many people feel that the silicone breast implants look and feel more like natural breast tissue than saline breast implants, which are a popular alternative for enlargement surgery. These advantages make the general results of the surgery seem more subtle, and natural results are the most ideal ones to go for. divinecosmeticsurgery
What are the main advantages of saline breast implants?
Saline Breast Implants can look and feel natural. For people who fear Silicone in their body and prefer to have a natural substance in their body Saline Implants are perfect. Studies have also proven that the risk of capsular contracture or fullness is less likely to happen. In case of a rupture one can tell right away something is wrong as the breast gets smaller.
You have just had a breast augmentation and your lympth nodes under your armpits are now swollenis this normalok?
my lymphs were huge and I had a biopsy which showed silicone had leaked. This may be the case even if you haver saline ones, as the saline ones are covered in silicone- it's a silicone shell that holds the saline. Ask for this test- a lymph node biopsy, it takes like ten mins and is n't painful. I got mine removed after the biopsy- the implants. Boobs still quite big as the implants stretched them. Perhaps you should consider removiong them?
What are silicone breast implants?
Silicone implants used for augmenting the female breast have a silicone rubber shell filled with a viscous silicone gel.
How much are breast implants in America?
$3,694 for silicone breast implants.$3,308 for saline breast implants.Remember that like most things you buy, "you get what you pay for." Cheapest isn't necessarily always the best. If you're willing to spend a little more, chances are your implants will be better quality & the results will look better.
What is the average cost to get silicone implants?
Silicone implants are about $1000 less than Saline implants. However patients are recommended to get a breast MRI 3 years after surgery and then every other year after that. The cost of these MRI's can offset the initial savings a patient receives on the procedure. All inclusive prices for Silicone implants range from $7200 to $8000 although these prices may vary depending on the location and the medical practice where the procedure is done.
