How structurally sound is the silicone lining of the structured saline implants?

October 13, 2021
Asked By:Momb00bs in Avon Park, Florida

I had a consultation meeting to get silicone implants about a month ago. Then I came across information regarding breast implant illness and was so terrified that I cancelled my consultation. My husband and I both felt that the risk of the silicone leaking out and causing long term side effects was not worth it. After doing more research, we found the ideal implants. Although the saline filling is reassuring, I'm still unsure about the silicone shell. Is there a significant risk of it leeching?

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October 21, 2021

Answer: Silicone leeching of saline breast implants

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