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What is the difference between saline and silicone implants?
The question of saline versus silicone breast implants has raged for years in the medical community. At this time, silicone implants are only available under certain circumstances. Dr. Scott Newman can provide more information on whether your situation qualifies for silicone implants during your initial consultation.
Because of the controversy surrounding silicone implants, saline implants, which are filled with salt water rather than silicone gel, have become a more common choice. Saline implants come in different sizes and shapes and can be filled to meet more exact specifications. Though some feel that silicone implants provide a more “natural” feel to the breast, saline implants also provide very aesthetically pleasing results both in shape, appearance and texture.
How do I decide what size implant I should have?
The final size of your breast is largely determined by the breast implant size chosen for your surgery. Dr. Newman’s advanced three-dimensional modeling system may be used to help decide the size of your implant. Ultimately, the size of the implant used for your breast augmentation will be determined based on your goals and Dr. Newman’s recommendations.
What happens if an implant breaks?
Though implants are strong and sturdy enough to withstand everyday activity, under some circumstances they might break. If this happens, it is likely that you will see a rapid reduction in the size of the breast, particularly if you have a saline implant. Silicone implants can sometimes burst without causing immediate size reduction, since the gel is more viscous.
If you suspect your implant has broken, contact Dr. Newman immediately in order to have the broken implant removed and replaced.
What if I’m not happy with the way my implant looks after surgery?
Dr. Newman will do everything he can to ensure that you are happy with the final results of your breast enhancement surgery. However, he also recognizes that even the most skilled of surgeons can sometimes face a need for revision surgery. If you feel that your final results are not what you wanted, Dr. Newman will work with you to ensure your long-term satisfaction.
In addition, it is important to be aware that your breasts will not look exactly like you will expect immediately after surgery. After some time has passed and your breasts have healed from surgery, you should see the results you expect.
For answers to any of your questions about breast implants and breast augmentation surgery in the New York City, New York, Long Island and Manhattan area, please contact Dr. Scott E. Newman at the Advanced Plastic Surgery Center.
