Is the recovery time with silicone Breast implants longer then saline?

Question

I have friends and family that have saline implants and they felt perfectly fine after 2-3 days. I'm 9 days into my recovery and I still discomfort and the need to keep icing.

Franklin D. Richards, MD · Answer

No, the recovery time is the same for either
implant.Recovery time usually differs
on the type, technique (subglandular vs submuscular) used and the size of the
implant.

Lewis Albert Andres, MD · Answer

There should be no difference between the implants themselves.  The position, subglandular vs subpectoral, would make a difference, however. But, saline vs silicone should have identical recovery time, healing, and complication rate. Best wishes!

Brian C. Reuben, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.  The total recovery is identical for saline versus silicone.  Each patient is unique in their recovery and discomfort but most patients are feeling back to themselves within about a week.

Lane Smith, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.  Every patient has their own unique recovery experience, however, in regards to type of implant, the recovery period is not affected by which type of implant you choose, be it saline or silicone.  Best regards,Dr. Lane F. Smith, MDPlastic SurgeonLas Vegas, NV

Joe Gryskiewicz, MD, FACS · Answer

Hi Isi,The incision is slightly longer for silicone, but this really shouldn't change your recovery.  See the video below talking about saline and silicone.  All the best,  Dr. Joe

Stuart A. Linder, MD, FACS · Answer

The recovery time is not significantly longer with silicone than saline. The incision does normally require longer entry with ore filled gel than saline implants.

William Andrade, MD · Answer

Thanks for your question.  I have not observed a significant difference in recovery time between saline and silicone implants.  Technically saline implants can be inserted through a slightly smaller incision but the rest of the procedure is essentially the same, so the healing should be very similar.

Douglas M. Senderoff, MD, FACS · Answer

Recovery time after breast augmentation is not different between saline and silicone implants.    Everyone heals at a different pace.  in my experience 2 to 3 days after surgery is very soon to experience a full recovery

David Finkle, MD · Answer

There is no differenced in recovery time between saline and silicone implants.  However, the recovery time for implants under the muscle is longer than on top of the muscle.  Also, the pain tolerance is different for every individual, some people are just "tougher" than others.Good Luck!

Tom J. Pousti, MD · Answer

The recovery experience will vary from one patient to another.  There may be many variables involved.  However, the use of saline vs. silicone gel breast implants should not affect recovery time/experience. Best wishes.

Is the recovery time with silicone Breast implants longer then saline?

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