Silicone Breast Implants Vs. Saline - How to Choose?

Which are better, silicone breast implants or saline breast implants?

50 doctor answers

Mentor vs. Natrelle Breast Implants

The only brand of breast implants I've heard of are Mentor.  Are these the best kind of breast implants to get and do lots of surgeons...

58 doctor answers

Round Moderate Vs High Profile Implants

I am an extremely small chested athletic type person getting a breast augmentation. I was told by my plastic surgeon that high profile would be the...

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Gummy Bear Breast Implants vs Saline or Silicone?

What are gummy bear breast implants? Are they better than silicone breast implants or saline implants?

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Inamed Moderate Profile Implants vs Mentor Moderate Plus Profile Implants

I recently had my breast augmentation using an Inamed moderate profile, but I was just wondering, would I have the same look if I the Mentor's...

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Silicone Vs. Saline - Which Breast Implant is Safer?

Which type of breast implants are safer - silicone or saline?

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Saline Vs Silicone Breast Implants for a More Natural Look?

I'm getting Breast Augmentation in 2 months. I had originally decided on a 320cc silicone implant, but now feel safer going with saline.I contacted my...

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I Am Considering Getting my Boobs Done. Which is Better: Saline or Silicone?

I have heard silicone feel more natural, but I am afraid because they have had a bad reputation. If they rupture, will I get sick? My friend has...

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Do Silicone Breast Implants Feel Heavier Than Saline Breast Implants?

I'm trying to decide between saline implants and silicone implants, but I've heard that even though silicone are supposed to look more natural, they...

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What's Better - over Muscle or Under Muscle Implants?

Should I get my implants over or under muscle? I am recieving conflicting opinions from plastic surgeons.

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Does Breast Implant Manufacturer Matter?

One breast augmentation consultation had a surgeon talking up mentor implants. Another was suggesting Natrelle implants.  I read both mentor and...

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Breast Implant for Uneven and Saggy Breasts?

I am almost 59 years old, 5'7", weight 140.  Fairly good figure, just saggy, with small, uneven breasts. I would like to look good naked!...

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Is the Ideal Breast Implant Really Ideal?

I saw a tweet that said the doctors TV show would talk about Ideal Implant, the newest hybrid breast implant on the market. i looked at the Ideal...

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Why Do Silicone Breast Implants Cost More Than Saline?

Why is it that silicone implants cost more than saline implants?

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Silicone More Natural Looking Than Saline. Fact or Myth?

Hi, I've got several questions. I want to know if silicone implants do in fact appear more natural (less rippling on the breast) than saline after...

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Volume Difference in Breast Implant Exchange

I currently have saline implants overfilled to approx 510ccs. I'm having them exchanged out for the memory gel (9 years later). I want to go a little...

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Does Silicone Ripple Less Than Overfilled Saline?

I went for my first consult last week and I was unfortunately told that I am not a good candidate for saline due to being thin and having only a small...

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Silicone Vs Saline Breast Implants?

In 20 days, I will be getting a breast lift with implants and I'm indecisive about the type of implant to use - Saline or Silicone?

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Silicone Vs Saline Breast Implants for a 37 Year Old?

I'm considering Breast Implant with Breast lift since aging impact and having baby left me with flat breast with loose skin no volume on top. I hate...

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Fat Grafting with Stem Cells vs. Breast Implants

After much research into both silicone/saline implants,I just wasn't comfortable with the complication rate of either,namely within five years of...

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Will Breasts Still Feel Natural Behind the Muscle Wall?

I'm considering having my silicone implants redone and have it set behind the muscle. Will my breasts still feel as soft and bouncy when they are...

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Teardrop Implants vs. Round Implants?

Hi there, im quite skinny and my boobs are small , i dont like the fake look of the round implants becoz i have pretty big ribcage, but all the DRs i...

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5'4, 150lbs, 34A - Getting 425CC Implants: Would High Profile or Moderate Look More Natural?

I am 23 year old 5'4 in height 150lbs.I previously had breast augmentation 6 months ago but unfortunately I had a horrible ordeal.My implants...

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Moderate or High Profile for Breast Implant Revision?

I have Saline breast implants (425cc) now that I have had for 10 yrs. I am having them redone and having a hard time deciding between HP (High...

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Are Natrelle and Mentor Both Gummy Bear Silicone?

What's the difference between the Mentor Memory Gel from the Allergan Natrelle Silicone Gel Breast Implant? Are they both like the Gummy Bear...

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Im Upset I Chose 371cc over 397cc Would It Have Been a Big Change?

Im upset i chose 371cc over 397cc silicone mod+ would it have been a big change. im 5'2" pre op 34aaa post op ?? 118lbs.

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Are Saline or Silicone Implants Better for Tubular Breasts?

At 20 years old, I have tubular breasts set far apart and have been looking into mastoplexy surgery. I understand that there are two options: saline...

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Breast Implants Vs. Breast Augmentation: is There a Difference?

I notice that people talk about Breast Augmentation and Breast Implants... Is there a difference between the two???

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Switching: Saline to Silicone, High Profile to Moderate Plus. Advice?

I'm considering going from my saline implants (above muscle) to silicone (still above muscle-PS recommendation to stay above muscle because...

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Do Tear Drop Implants Rotate?

I'm a petite A cup, I'm trying to get fat transfer first to get more breast tissue and a better basis for implants. tear drop shaped implants...

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CUI vs Mentor - What's Better and What's the Difference Between Them?

I found 2 good dr's but one told me his using mentor and the other one said cui's?( cheaper) I dont know much about implants so there fore...

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Just Booked Surgery for Saline Implants, but Worried I Should Go for Silicone. Opinion?

I am 22 yrs old and 5'4" 110 lbs. I have a very small frame. I feel safer going with saline implants because of the bad rep silicone used to...

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Silicone or Saline Implants?

I'm a 48 y/o woman, 5'3 150lbs...hoping to lose another 25lbs. I am scheduled for a mommy make-over and am still indecisive about whether to...

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Smooth Round Moderate vs. Smooth Round Moderate Plus

At my consult last year, I chose to get silicone implants placed under the muscle, incision in the crease, but still not too sure yet of profile shape...

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Sub Glandular Vs Sub Muscular Implant for Better Cleavage?

I recently posted a question whether to get sub muscular or sub glandular implants and the feedback was most helpful in my decision. I'm leaning...

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Should Implants Be Different Sizes to Fix Uneven Breasts? (photo)

Did consult, originally was goin 4 silicone 475 cc highprof. now think I want 500 cc. will that work on me? what placement should I do? thinkin split...

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A Fitness Model Torn Between 371 Cc and 450 Cc

I have seen my ps two times now and can't decide on the implant. I am already a 34c but compete nationally in bikini fitness comps and loose my...

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What is the Difference Between Submuscular and Partial Submuscular Implants?

What is the split muscle technique? And which is best for an athletic woman to prevent animation deformity?

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Subglandular Saline Versus Gel Silicone Breast Implants

I was set on getting saline implants until I whent to my doctor, I wanted to get saline under my muscle but because of my nipple position my doctor...

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Breast Implants: Large Pocket vs. Small Pocket?

I recently noticed that surgeons have different preferences when it comes to breast implant pocket size. Observing photos, I notice that generally the...

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High Profile or Mod Plus?

I am planning on having a breast augmentation done in the next couple of months and i've done alot of research. One thing I'm still confused...

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Breast Implant Surgery - General Anesthesia or Local Anesthesia?

I would like to have just local anesthesia for my breast implant surgery but it seems that most Dr.s only offer general....I am allergic to all...

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Do Mentor Implants Feel Thicker to Touch Than Allergan Natrelle?

I have heard that Mentor implants are wider and that they feel a little bit harder when touching them and that Allergan Natrelle are more narrow and...

11 doctor answers

What Breast Feeding Complications are Associated W/ Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation?

I am debating between "natural" breast augmentation using fat grafts and traditional breast augmentation using saline implants placed below...

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I Find out That Nagor Brand is a Leading Breast Implant in UK. So That Means Nagor is Better Compare with Mentol and Allergan?

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Is the Difference Between 350 Over Muscle and 420 Under Muscle Sizable?

5foot8 and 68 kilos

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High Profile or Moderate Plus Profile Silicone for Narrow Chest?

I've been to 2 doctors and they recommend different silicone implants. One says hp and the other doesn't use hp and says to do moderate+....

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What Are the Advantages and Disadvantages of Subfacial and Submuscular Placement? (photo)

Which would you recommend on a thin woman to get the most natural result?

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Will I Get Same Look with Silicone As Saline?

Can the same "look" that I am hoping for be achieved in either saline OR silicone? I am wondering because I read of some people who feel...

11 doctor answers

425cc Vs 450cc...Any Real Difference?

I am a 28 YO female 5'7'' & 155lbs. I have broad shoulders, wide hips, & an approx. 38'' band size w/ very little breast...

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What is the Difference Between a Smooth Round & Textured Round Profile?

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In Two Consultations I've Received Differing Recommendations For Implant Profile, Why?

I have seen 2 PS's and have chose to go with one I really felt comfortable with. Both ps's measured my bwd a 14 one PS recommended me going...

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Are Saline Implants Less Likely to Cause Breast Cancer Than Silicone Implants?

If breast cancer runs in my family, should I opt for saline implants? Why or why not?

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Upper Pole Problem, Implant or Lift ?

I feel that my breast is slightly droopy,so i consulted with doctor, and he said that instead of lift, i should have implant/fat injection for more...

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Do Anatomical High Profile Silicone Implants Look Larger with Same Cc Volume As Round Implants? (photo)

I am 5'4',105lbs,28inc ribcage and was a 32A preop. During preop we agreed on 320cc,did not discuss other details of implant as I left this to...

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Any Difference Between Having Implants Under the Muscle and Having Over Muscle?

I am 5.4 and 117 lb, i ware a 34 A and i am looking for a gel 325 cc. i am nervous about all i don`t know and i want to look like a natural breasts...

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Do Subglandular Implants Start Sagging Sooner Than Submuscular?

I don't want my new boobs to sag after a few years. I am getting 375cc silicone subglandular implants. My surgeon says for the look I like this is...

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Silicone Breast Implants - Right vs. Left?

Is there a difference between a right sided silicone breast implant versus a left sided silicone breast implant? Is the form different for each side...

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Was Dead Set on Silicone Implants, Now my Head is Spinning! What Do You Recommend? (photo)

I had originally requested saline implants (reason: smaller scar). After much research & discussion with my husband & Dr at the 2nd appt I...

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CC Difference when Searching for an Ideal Look? (photo)

So after my last question I realized that u cannot ask for a size, but u can suggest a look you may one to come close to. In my initial consultation I...

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Which is More Suitable for Large Sagging Breasts, a Breast Implant or Breast Lift?

Why does one procedure have better results for large hanging breasts and getting a fuller and more natural look? (implant or lift)

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Smooth Round Silicone over the Muscle. My Friends Are Against It And Say To Go Over?

Went to my 1st consult with a doctor that 6/10 friends went for their surgeries I'm almost 36B now, want to be about a 36D. The doctor took all my...

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Should my Implants Go over or Under the Muscle?

My consulting doctor recommended over the muscle. I am size 14 with a large C cup. I am also having a breast lift at the same time as the implants...

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Saline Versus Silicone? (Barely 34A)

I am very small, barely a 34A, and am considering implants. I'm 5'5 and 125lbs. For someone my size, I've read it is best to get implants...

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What's Your Opinion on the Sub-fascial Breast Implant Compared to Subpectoral?

Is it really better than sub pectoral? I am getting a full lift with small impants in April and never heard of sub fascia before. It all sounded...

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Silicone Implants Under or over Muscle?

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Gummy Bear Implants Heavier Than Silicone Implants?

Had 10 year old silicone removed and Gummy Bears and Breast Lift done, again. Breasts are very heavy and lollipop scars sore. 4 months post op and...

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Risk Difference Between a 425 Cc Cohesive Gel and a 500 Cc Cohesive Gel,is There Much Difference Between the Two? (photo)

5"5" ,135 lbs. chest measurement done by doctor of 11.5 cm.Cup size A 34 and doctor rated me a mid A cup.I measured my chest just under...

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Resposive or Soft Touch Inspire Implants?!

Confused....I"m going to have TRM445 inspire implants.....What is the different between congestive and soft touch implants...?are they both gummy...

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What Are the Benefits of Anatomical Breast Implants over Their Round Counterparts?

What is the difference between smooth and textured surfaces for breast implants?

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How Do Adjustable Silicone Breast Implants Compare?

I heard recently there are adjustable silicone breast implants. Do many doctors offer them and are they much more then the average cost of silicone...

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I'm a Runner and Lift Weights, Which is Better Subglandular or Submuscular? I Keep Seeing Mixed Answers.

I'm a Runner and Lift Weights, Which is Better Subglandular or Submuscular? I Keep Seeing Mixed Answers.

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How Can You Distinguish Between Rippling and Rupture?

How Can You Distinguish Between Rippling and Rupture?

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What Are the Disadvantages of Breast Implants Through the Nipples?

Is there a greater risk of bottoming out with breast implants done by other methods?

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I Hear There Are Different Types/brands of Sil. Gel Implants, Which are the Best Ones & Why?

I Hear There Are Different Types/brands of Sil. Gel Implants, Which R the Best Ones & Why?

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Do Texture Implants Sag Less Than Smooth Ones over Time??

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How Safe is Silicone As of March 2012? What is the Statistics of Getting Silicone Toxicity?

I was considering getting silicone as a breast implant, since it is the preferred choice by women over saline. But how safe is it, even if it is FDA...

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Is Cc and Grams the Same Thing?? if my Doctor Says Im Getting a 295 Grams Implant is That the Same Than a 295 Cc Implant. ??

Is Cc and Grams the Same Thing?? if my Doctor Says Im Getting a 295 Grams Implant is That the Same Than a 295 Cc Implant. ??

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What Types of Breast Implants Use Body Fat, Instead of Silicone?

Is it true that this type of surgery is safer for people with allergies to synthetic materials?

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What is the Difference Between Partial Sub-muscular & Complete Sub-muscular?

Also what are the pros/cons with the two? I would like the partial because I've read it gives a more teardrop shape but I also read it's more...

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Textured Silicone Implant Vs. Smooth Silicone Implant?

What is the difference between the two? I read the smooth is a bit stronger than textured but can ripple? Also textured has less chance for capsular...

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Will Saline Feel the Same As Silicone with the Amount of Breast Tissue I Have?

My dr. Says that saline is so much safer than silicone and that she would never put it in her body. My question is about the feel.....will you be able...

8 doctor answers

What R the New Gel Implants That R Filled Fuller & R on Trial in Canada

My doctor is giving me cohesive gel implants but they r new and have been on a trial period for the last 6 months in CANADA. i guess the only...

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Breast Lift with Internal Support Using Sutures, Flaps Etc; What Should I Look For?

Hi, I'm very interested in the breast lift procedures that involve creating an internal bra or support system. Is this a common procedure and are...

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What Are the Drawbacks of Breast Implants?

I am interested in getting a Mommy Makeover once I return from Afghanistan. I would like to get a tummy tuck and lipsuction on my hips, thighs, flanks...

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Partially Under the Muscle Vs (Fully) Under the Muscle For Silicone Implants Pros and Cons?

What is the difference and the pros and cons of each. I want these for silicone implants with the armpit incision. Thanks in advance

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What is the Difference in 325cc and 350cc in a Breast Implant? Why Would a Doctor Choose 325cc over 350cc for Big Breasts?

I tried on sizes and picked 350cc. The doctor told me that would bring me to a full c or a small d. I told him I did not want to be a "d" so...

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5'2 325 Cc Saline Under Muscle 112 Lb 11 Base Width Petite. Big Difference in Size 275/325cc?

I am 5'2 112 lb 34A base width 11. I want saline implants. My surgeon and I met and decided on 275 cc high profile under muscle at consult. I went...

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Saline or Silicone for Deflated Breasts? (photo)

I'm 24, 5'9 and 145 lbs. I have two children whom I breastfed, I've totally deflated. I want to be a D, I have seen 2 PS and both said I...

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Is the a Lot of Difference Between 310 Cc Low Frofile Implants and 410 Hp Implants?

Is the a Lot of Difference Between 310 Cc Low Profile Implants and 410 Hp Implants?

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Difference Between CUI Breast Implants & Tissue Expanders?

Hi Ive just had CUI Breast implants & tissue expanders & trying to understand more how they work, I understand wor breast implants are but...