David Reath, M.D.

David Reath, M.D.'s description:

Last Friday, November 17, the FDA took action that will now allow the unrestricted use of silicone breast implants for most women. In the early 1990’s, the silicone breast implants were removed from the market due to safety concerns. However, data that has been gathered since that time has proven these implants to be safe. This data was gathered over the last 14 years through an adjunct study that allowed the use of silicone implants for only very select patients. Dr. Reath is one the plastic surgeons who participated by enrolling patients in this study, and has been using silicone breast implants since that time. Dr. Reath can now offer silicone breasts implants for women seeking breast enlargement, as long as they are over the age of 22. (The FDA feels that in some women breast development may not be complete at the age.) Silicone implants can also be used in any women seeking breast reconstruction, or the correction of developmental abnormalities. Plastic surgeons, who have not had experience with silicone implants through this study over the last 14 years, must complete a device education course prior to beginning to use these implants. Dr. Reath has been using silicone implants as an important part of his practice for over 20 years, and can use them immediately. There are important differences in the use of saline and silicone implants. Understanding these differences comes with experience. There has been so much talked and written about silicone implants for more than a decade. This has resulted in confusion on the part of many patients. This action by the FDA truly clears the air on the safety and use of silicone implants. And, most importantly, it has given women considering breast surgery important choices in the type of implant they wish to receive. Dr. Reath and his staff will continue to inform and educate patients of their choices, so that they can choose the right implant for them.

Office address for David Reath, M.D.

(865) 450-9253