subject: Silicone Breast Implants Vs Saline Breast Implants - How To Choose A Surgeon [print this page] Breast augmentation is a popular cosmetic surgery. Breast augmentation is done by surgically enhancing the breasts using implants. The surgeon will determine the size and shape of the breast implants needed to achieve the goal you want. There are two main types of breast implants used today. Silicone breast implants use silicone filling to create natural looking and feeling breasts. Saline breast implants use saline filling and also give a natural looking breast augmentation.
Saline breast implants have been the main choice by millions of doctors in the past 10 years. Saline breast implants are thought by many to be a safe choice for implants since saline is a substance that can be readily absorbed by the body. Implants can occasionally split of leak while inside the body. While this is a rare occurrence it can happen.
Silicone breast implants are back on the market. They were previously not available due to safety issues. The new silicone breast implants are safe for use. Many women prefer using silicone breast implants because they may provide a more natural look and feel to the breasts.
Both saline breast implants and silicone breast implants work the same way. The implants come in various sizes and shapes. The surgeon will determine which ones are required prior to surgery. The surgeon makes small incisions, usually under the breasts, where the implants will be inserted. These incisions are closed upon completion of the surgery. The tiny incisions usually heal quickly and most often there is little or no scarring.
Saline breast implants are the most popular type of implants used today. The use of silicone breast implants is growing because of the way they look and feel. Your surgeon may prefer working with one type over another and will talk with you about the types of implants available along with the pros and cons of each type.
