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Are there any breast implants that don't have a silicone outer layer?

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Cute626393Feb 4, 2024

Hello, I have wanted a breast augmentation for years but I'm concerned about developing symptoms of ASIA. From what I have read it's the silicone outer layer that could be causing it. Is there an alterative option to silicon? Are there any implants that are TGA approved? Thank you

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