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Is Mcghan`s Silicone 120 the Same As Cohesive Gel Implant?

asked 2 years ago by Pat67 in toronto
Latest answer by Tracy Pfeifer, MD
Question viewed 673 times
Tags: breasts, breast size

My doctor said that the Mcghan style 120 Silicone implant was the same as Cohesive gel? Does anyone know the difference?

2 answers to Is Mcghan`s Silicone 120 the Same As Cohesive Gel Implant?

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Are Allergan style 120 implants cohesive?

This is a great question because there is a lot of confustion out there. The silicone that is used in the FDA approved silicone implants, by both Mentor and Allergan (McGhan), is more cohesive than the silicone used in implants in the past. The consistency is more like honey, compared to water, and it is sticky, sort of like taffy. So if the implant leaks, the silicone does not "seep" into your tissues, like the more water-like silicone of the past could. However, when some... more
Tracy Pfeifer, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

drpfeifer.com

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All current gel implants are cohesive, but not "gummy bears"

Implants by Mentor and McGhan(Allergan/Natrelle) are cohesive. The old days of liquid silicone implants are gone. The cohesive property of each manufacturer is slightly different, but they achieve the same goal. If the current implants rupture, they do not leak a liquid. The gel material remains intact. The newer style implants, that are under investigation, are commonly known as "gummy Bear" implants. These are a more solid material that is truly cohesive. The original design was... more
David A. Dreyfuss, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon

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