You'll find out what kind of breast implants are available in this guide. Dozens of breast implant options are available.
There was a time when women lived with small breasts,
whether they were happy with them or not. Besides wearing padded bras, there wasn't a lot they could do to enhance the appearance of their breasts. Those days are over! Breast augmentation using silicone or saline implants makes it possible for women to select any size they desire. Breast implants come in a variety of surface textures, sizes, shapes, and profiles.
Silicone Vs. Saline
Most surgeons feel that silicone breast implants look and feel more natural than saline implants. However, saline implants have some advantages over silicone implants. Silicone implant ruptures are more difficult to detect. When a saline implant ruptures, it deflates and the results are seen almost instantly. When a silicone implant ruptures, the breast usually looks the same. Silicone implants also have a higher rate of capsular contracture. Saline implants are made out of a silicone shell that is inflated with sterile saline. Most saline implants have a valve that is sealable by the plastic surgeon. Silicone implants are made out of a silicone shell that is pre-filled with a fixed amount of slicone gel.
Breast Implant Shapes
Implants are available in round or teardrop shapes. Teardrop-shaped implants are shaped like natural breasts and round implants are more spherical. Check out breast implant photos online and decide which shape suits your preferences.
Textured Vs. Smooth
Textured implants have a textured surface. They were designed to reduce the risk of capsular contracture. Some studies suggest that textured implants reduce the chance of severe capsular conbtracture. Other studies show no difference in the likelihood of developing capsular contracture with textured implants compared to smooth implants. Smooth implants are also softer and they feel more natural than textured implants.
Breast Implant Sizes
For some women, deciding to undergo breast augmentation is a no-brainer. Choosing the perfect size can be more difficult. The size you choose will likely depend on your personal taste, the amount of cleavage you desire, your body type, and the opinion of your plastic surgeon. An experienced plastic surgeon will ensure that you end up with the bustline you've always dreamed about. It is also worth noting that patients must have enough breast tissue to cover their breast implants. Breast implant sizes for both silicone and saline range from 120cc to 1000cc. As the breasts get larger, the amount of cleavage a patient has usually increases. Make sure you choose a size that makes you happy, not your husband, family, or significant other.
Low, Moderate, and High Profile Implants
Until recently, many patients never discussed breast implant profiles with their cosmetic surgeons. When you choose a size, you'll receive a predetermined amount of projection from the implants. For a patient with a narrow frame, low or moderate profile implants might result in her desired size. Moderate profile implants can create a wider chest appearance, which would benefit patientis with a narrow chest. High profile implants have more projection than low and moderate profile implants. An added benefit of high profile implants is that they may reduce visible rippling.
You should consult with a qualified plastic surgeon to discuss the breast implant options that are available. Make sure the plastic surgeon you hire is board certified and experienced. The plastic surgeon you choose should have experience performing many breast augmentation surgeries and before-and-after pictures to prove it. Keep your expectations realistic and rely on his expertise, and the chances are excellent that you will achieve beautiful results!
