Are Mentor III Memory Gel anatomically shaped implants any good?

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A: Anatomic Implants soon to be approved

By Robert M. Jensen, MD - Medford Plastic Surgeon

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... more

A: Natural appearing breast augmentation

By Otto Joseph Placik, MD - Chicago Plastic Surgeon

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... more

A: Anatomically shaped implants create more problems.

By George J. Beraka, MD - Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

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,... more

A: Nice results can be obtained with most implants

By Michael C. Edwards, MD - Las Vegas Plastic Surgeon

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... more

A: Shaped implants may not be for everyone

By Peter E. Johnson, MD - Chicago Plastic Surgeon

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... more

A: You have a good starting point for a natural result

By Richard P. Rand, MD - Seattle Plastic Surgeon

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... more

A: pro's and cons of shaped implants

By Richard Baxter, MD - Seattle Plastic Surgeon

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... more

A: one of many options

By John P. Stratis, MD - Harrisburg Plastic Surgeon

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.

A: Smooth round moderate profile plus for your shape

By Brooke R. Seckel, MD - Boston Plastic Surgeon

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... more