Are Mentor III Memory Gel Anatomically Shaped Implants Any Good?

Thank you for your question. If yo asked me about this sub 15 years ago, i would answer that ROUND IMPLANTS were the best with no doubt. Since 1997 we have in Spain & Europe the ANATOMIC SHAPED IMPLANTS. Currently 80% people demand anatomic shaped implants (an almost 99% in >30 years old) - in primary aesthetic breast augmentation. We perform and average of 600 augmentation surgeries in a year, so I think the data is quite representative. In the other hand, in best Hospitals of Spain... more

Although currently not availble in the US, the memory gel anatomic implants have been used for years in Canada and Europe. In Canada 80% of the gel implants used are the smooth-walled gel implants. The anatomic implants are most commonly used in breast reconstruction and in women with mild ptosis (droopiness). They are stiffer than the smooth walled implants and there is a risk of rotation with the anatomic implant. I would consult with a physician who has extensive experience with... more

You have excellent appearing breasts that will accept any modest sized implants and produce a natural appearance. Although the sound of anatomic implants may seem appealing, the aesthetic results are challenging with an implant that could aggravate the subtle asymmetry that you already exhibit: You right is slightly larger and your left nipple is slightly lower. Anatomic implants can be smooth or textured. Rotation of a shaped implant can distort an actually accentuate the mild asymmetry... more

Hi! You have very easy anatomy which should make for a great result! In Manhattan, I use Mentor Memory Gel implants for breast augmentations, and we get great natural looking results with very few problems using ROUND, SMOOTH WALLED implants. "Anatomical" implants sound great, but studies have shown that they do not give more natural results, and have more problems. They can flip upside down, for instance. It's the surgeon and the technique which determine the result, not the... more

Although I do not personally care for shaped or so-called anatomic implants because my patients can't massage them there are some plastic surgeons who do. The newest generation of gummy bear type implants have not yet been approved by the FDA, we hope the approval will come soon. My personal preference is the currently approved cohesive gel implants. I think these give a very pretty, natural result.. You have a great pre-op shape of your breasts and should be able to achieve a very... more

The Mentor product that you ask about is a wonderful implant, however the use and need of a shaped implant is a very controversial one. I am happy to give you my own point of view, though you will come to see others may have a very different opinion. We consider breast augmentation a breast enhancement procedure. All individuals have unique characteristics within the breast and augmentation effectively enhances the natural breast shape and size. The vast majority of patients will do quite... more

Aside from a slight asymmetry, you have a nice starting point for a natural result. In my opinion, a moderate profile Mentor gel implant of appropriate base dimension to fit your chest wall would give you a more natural result than an "anatomical" implant which is generally taller than it is wide and is designed to create upper pole fullness that is beyond natural.

There is no single best answer for what type of implant is best for any individual. While the "anatomic" implants, more correctly called shaped implants, may produce a slope on the upper portion of the breast that you might prefer, round implants generally have a similar slope in the upright position when they are appropriately sized. The gummy bear implants are firmer and require a longer incision so a longer scar. On the other hand, there are some breast shapes, for instance if... more

The anatomeic gel implants will be one of the options for patients and ideally the options will be individualized for each patient. The differences between the available implants can be discussed with you surgeon. Right now they appear to be a great option for certain situations.

All of the implants you mention are excellent-its a matter of waht you want to achieve. In my experience (27 years), the smooth round implants give a much more natural breast appearance. You have a very petite feminine shape with very natural attractive feminine breasts. I would say you look excellent the way you are. However, if you want fuller breasts, I would go small, 225 to 250 cc and use the Mentor Smooth round moderate profile plus gel implants. This will give you a very natural... more

There has been a lot of focus on implant shape which can certainly help in attaining a natural shape, but technique is much more important. I prefer to use soft loosely filled low profile implants with a subfascial plane. It is a big misconception that subfascial placement leads to a shelf type appearance. True subfascial placement( where the fasciai is not violated and not burned into nonexistence actually does the opposite. Common belief and teaching is that placing... more