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Silicone Levels - Before and After - in Implant Recipients

asked 1 year ago by sparkly
Latest answer by Peter A. Aldea, MD
Question viewed 74 times
Tags: silicone implant, blood test, research

Has any body done blood work looking at silicone levels in the blood for a patient BEFORE and a reasonable time AFTER saline or silicone implants for comparison? In the name of research, wouldn't this seem like a good idea? Wouldn't the info go far as to putting this controversy to rest?

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Silicone Levels - Before and After - in Implant Recipients

Actually similar work HAS been done. Since Silicone is found in HUNDREDS of products as well as devices an implants many of us ingest and inhale it daily. All caulking and lubricants contain some silicones. As a result people working near copying machines breath in silicones which help the tray move over the photo chamber. All syringes have their pistons lubricated with silicone. As a result diabetics (who give themselves Insulin) and all those receiving daily shots inject themselves with... more
Peter A. Aldea, MD

Memphis Plastic Surgeon

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