Types of Breast Implants

Implants can be broadly classified as SALINE and SILICON breast implants depending on its contents. Saline implants have saline solution (salt water) inside the pliable silicon shell. Saline implants are extensively used for cohesive gel implants.  Saline implants are very safe, but have shown long term problems of rippling, sloshing and deflation. Silicon implants are available in the round or circular (most commonly used) as well as the anatomic or ‘teardrop’ shape. These are also available as low, moderate and high profile.

What is Breast Implant / Breast Augmentation?

Perky and full looking breasts seem to make a woman feel more complete. Thanks to advances in science, this can be a reality for any woman.

Breast Augmentation is an operation carried out under general anesthesia on an outpatient basis. An implant (prosthesis) is placed through an incision, under the breast tissue or under the muscle. The incision can be made under the breast, around the nipple or in the armpit. It generally takes two to three hours to complete the entire procedure. A breast implant surgery is composed of an outer shell filled with saline (salt water). The outer surface may be smooth or textured, and implants come in various shapes to meet the individual woman’s needs. Implants are available in various sizes and the right choice of implant depends on the amount of existing breast tissue, the chest size and personal choice.