Know The Different Types Of Breast Implants

Breast augmentation procedures are ideal to help women achieve fuller breasts with an attractive contour, correct any breast asymmetries, and thus achieve an attractive bust line. Breast augmentation involves inserting implants behind the breast tissue or under the chest muscle. For those considering breast implant surgery in Manhattan, it is important to understand that these implants come in different sizes and shapes such as tear-drop and round, and with textured and smooth surfaces to fit any woman’s breasts and body type. Expert surgeons also provide composite breast augmentation procedure that involves injecting autologous fat over the implant and offers the advantages of improved projection, better cleavage and a softer, natural look. This combination treatment is ideal for those women who do not have enough tissue to hold the implant.

Types of Breast Implant

Candidates can choose from four kinds of breast implants – saline, silicone gel, gummy bear breast implants or IDEAL implant.

Silicone Gel Implants

This FDA-approved breast implant comes with a silicone outer shell that is filled with silicone gel; they are available in different sizes and have either smooth or textured shells. Approved for augmentation in women age 22 or older, silicone gel implants feel a bit more like natural breast tissue. These implants are also used in revision surgeries, which correct or improve the result of an original surgery need a slightly longer incision for placement, though they offer a more natural look and feel than saline. If you are choosing silicone implants, make sure to visit your plastic surgeon regularly to make sure the implants are functioning properly.

Saline Implants

Available in different sizes with smooth or textured silicone shells, saline-filled breast implants contain a silicone outer shell filled with sterile saltwater (saline) solution. The FDA has approved saline-filled breast implants for breast augmentation in women aged 18 or older and for breast reconstruction in women of any age. While some implants are pre-filled, others are filled during the implant operation. Saline-filled implants are also used in revision surgeries, to correct or improve the result of original surgery. These implants are considered safe, as they are filled with sterile salt water and in case of any implant shell leak, the saline will be absorbed and naturally expelled by the body.

IDEAL Implants

This “structured” implant comprises of a series of shells nested together that hold two separate chambers filled with saline. IDEAL Implant uses the latest in implant technology to provide a natural feel, a realistic look, youthful shape, and desired projection. It requires a relatively small incision to insert and this implant is available in 14 different sizes so that women can choose the option that best suits their overall physical proportions. Its internal design provides strength to the implant edge to prevent collapse when placed in an upright position.

Gummy bear breast implants

Gummy bear implants are filled with a cohesive silicone gel and are known for their stability. It provides natural-looking results and is less likely to rupture. Firmer than traditional implants, the consistency of the silicone gel inside the implant is thicker than traditional silicone gel implants. These tear-drop shaped implants are available in a variety of heights and profiles and need a longer incision for placement. This implant comes with lower chances of leakage, rippling and rupture.

The right candidates for breast augmentation are those concerned that their breasts are too small, dissatisfied with their breasts losing shape and volume after pregnancy, weight loss or with aging, or unhappy with the asymmetrical breasts or breasts that have an elongated shape. During the initial consultation, your surgeon will determine your candidature for the treatment and will choose the right implant type that suits your condition and aesthetic goals.