Scheduled Tummy Tuck & Maybe Breast Implants. Which Implant Suits Me Better?

Im a african american female scheduled for a tummy tuck in 4 months and I am considering Breast implants because i loss breast mass after pregnancy. My question is whch is better saline or silicone? Im concerned with silcone leaking into my body but my doctor is straight smitten w/ the memory gel ones and wants me to consider those and tells me that they are safe One of my breast are smaleer than the other and the silicone comes pre-filled so im also concerned with dis proportioned breast.

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Saline vs silicone

In my practice, the majority of women choose silicone implants. Silicone feels and looks more natural than saline and in addition, the currently available silicone implants manufactured by both Allergan and Mentor do not actually leak. Different sized silicone breast implants can be used to address a size difference but everyone has some degree of difference and you will also after surgery. The idea is to make the difference less noticeable not to try to make the breasts perfect... more

Ralph R. Garramone, MD

7 reviews

Fort Myers Plastic Surgeon

Choice of breast implants

The choice of the best implant for you can really only be made by direct consultation with your plastic surgeon. Your body and starting point and your specific goals need to be considered so that the right style, profile and size of implant can be chosen. Best under the muscle.

Saline or Silicone Breast Implants?

Ultimately, the best choice of breast implant will depend upon your physical examination and your goals. This will be best determined after history and physical examination in person. Generally, the type of implant used may determine the final outcome, especially if the patient does not have significant covering breast or adipose tissue. For example, some surgeons feel that silicone implants have a more natural look and feel than saline implants because silicone gel has a... more

Saline vs Silicone Breast Implants

When helping patients decide between Saline vs. Silicone implants I like to evaluate the pros and cons of each type of implant with the patient. Ultimately the choice is up to you and you should feel comfortable with your decision. You should find a board-certified plastic surgeon that can help you make an informed decision that satisfies your concerns and needs. In my practice I have also found that 3D imaging (vectra) and simulation can help patients make better decisions... more

Saline or silicone

There are several choices and considerations to discuss with your board certified plastic surgeon during a breast augmentation consultation including saline or silicone and with or without a lift. More than 90% of my patients choose silicone implants. They definitely have a more natural feel. For patients having a breast lift with implants, I strongly recommend silicone over saline. Looking at your breasts the way a doctor does can be an emotional event full of new information which may... more

Mommy MakeOver with silicone VS saline Breat Imlants

Silicone breast impants are perfectly safe and once they rupture, silicone does not go throughout the body. The choice of a breat implant would depend on the amount of breast tissue available to cover it, the stretchiness / elasticity of its skin, th slope f the chest, the location of the nipple complex among others. The choice of saline VS. silicon gel implants depends on your wishes considering silicone gel implants ripple less, are lighter and feel much more natural. Saline implants are... more

Saline vs Silicone implants

The choice of saline vs silicone is a long discussion. In general, silicone feel softer. Saline can be easiliy adjusted for minor discrepancies but the fill valve is often palpable through the skin. It is easier to detect a saline rupture because the breast deflates. These are just some of the differences.

Steven Wallach, MD

12 reviews

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon

Tummy tuck and possible breast implants

Thank you for your question. I understand your concern. In my practice, most women choose silicone breast implants but some are still concerned about the safety of silicone and choose saline implants. It is important for you to know that both saline breast implants and silicone breast implants have been cleared by the FDA as safe for use. Also, both implants can be used successfully for the correction of breast asymmetry. You can go to the FDA web site to read in depth... more

Breast Augmentation - Saline vs Silicone

I generally recommend silicone gel implants as I find that they are, on average, more likely to produce an aesthetic look and feel. I have many patients who are very happy with saline implants and they are always a good choice. That being said, I usually feel that the silicone gel produce a superior look. Silicone gel implants come in different sizes, and I do not hesitate to use two different sized implants if I feel that that would be the best way to address asymmetry... more