FDA approval for breast implants is an important element in maintaining safety standards for breast augmentation. At this time, only saline or silicone filled breast implants are available in the United States.
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What types of breast implants are available in the US?
The last I knew, saline breast implants were my only option since silicone breast implants were banned. I did hear of some new type of implant that is being used in some Asian countries, but I'm not sure if it's available here. Does anybody know what options I have for types/materials of breast implants that are FDA approved?
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9 answers to “What types of breast implants are...”A: Both Saline and Silicone are available in the US
Silicone breast implants, for cosmetic breast augmentation, were re-approved by the FDA in 2006. Therefore, both saline and silicone implants are available and FDA approved. Please note Mentor and Allergan are the only two companies in the U.S. which are FDA approved. Therefore, make sure your surgeon uses... more
A: FDA approved implant options in the U.S.
Since Nov 2006, the FDA has approved the use of silicone gel implants. Of course, prior to that date saline implants were the primary option. Silicone gel implants were available prior to 2006 but only through a special investigational protocol. In summary, both saline and silicone gel... more
A: What types of breast implants are available in the US?
Both Saline filled and Silicone gel filled implants have ALWAYS been available in the US. (From 1992 to 2007, the use of Silicone gel implants was restricted to breast reconstruction, and 4 other classes of cosmetic breast augmentation classes of women). BOTH types of breast implants are made of a silicone... more
A: Match your anatomy and aesthetic sense with the implant characteristics
Breast implants are an extremely personal decision, which you should make in conjunction with an experienced board certified Surgeon. Your choices include: a) Manufacturer: Allergan vs Mentor; b) Saline vs Silicone gel; c) Textured vs Smooth; d) Anatomical (tear drop shaped) vs Round; e) Standard vs... more
A: Breast Implants available in the US
Today, there are salind filled and cohesive silicone gel implants available in the United States. There are some new gel implants currently under trial but not available unless thru a study at this time.
A: Breast Augmentation in Atlanta
There are two basic types of implants with various minor variations, silicone-filled and saline (salt water) filled. The shell containing these fill substances are all silicone, just a longer polymer. Silicone gel implants come prefilled whereas saline implants are filled at the time of the operation. Silicone... more
A: Cohesive silicone gel or saline are available
As of Nov 17, 2007 the FDA approved use of silicone gel implants for women 22 and older. You really do have a choice now and hopefully soon the FDA will approve the next generation of slightly firmer gel implants. You should visit a board-certifed plastic surgeon to discuss your options for breast augmentation... more
A: Silicone Gel or Saline: You decide!
The good news is that silicone implants were recently reintroduced into the US Breast Implant Market after a several year moratorium. Your options now include both saline (saltwater) and gel (silicone) implants. Each implant has its specific advantages and disadvantages. The decision as to which implant is... more
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