I know silicone is more realistic in texture then saline. But I see different types so which is the most realistic feeling type? Thankyou:)
Answer: Implant selection Hello and thank you for your question. The best advice you can receive is from an in-person consultation. Most board-certified plastic surgeons will agree that silicone has more a more natural look and feel than saline implants. There are three different implant manufacturers with FDA approval in the United States. Implant preferences can be debated among surgeons. The size, profile, and shape of the implant is based on your desired breast size/shape, your chest wall measurements, and soft tissue quality. This decision should be based on a detailed discussion with equal input from both you and your surgeon. Make sure you specifically look at before and after pictures of real patients who have had this surgery performed by your surgeon and evaluate their results. The most important aspect is to find a surgeon you are comfortable with. I recommend that you seek consultation with a qualified board-certified plastic surgeon who can evaluate you in person. Best wishes and good luck. Richard G. Reish, M.D. Harvard-trained plastic surgeon
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Answer: Implant selection Hello and thank you for your question. The best advice you can receive is from an in-person consultation. Most board-certified plastic surgeons will agree that silicone has more a more natural look and feel than saline implants. There are three different implant manufacturers with FDA approval in the United States. Implant preferences can be debated among surgeons. The size, profile, and shape of the implant is based on your desired breast size/shape, your chest wall measurements, and soft tissue quality. This decision should be based on a detailed discussion with equal input from both you and your surgeon. Make sure you specifically look at before and after pictures of real patients who have had this surgery performed by your surgeon and evaluate their results. The most important aspect is to find a surgeon you are comfortable with. I recommend that you seek consultation with a qualified board-certified plastic surgeon who can evaluate you in person. Best wishes and good luck. Richard G. Reish, M.D. Harvard-trained plastic surgeon
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Answer: Natural Augmentation Thank you for your question.Generally speaking, silicone gel implants tend to provide for a more natural look and feel when compared to saline implants. With that said, it is definitely possible to achieve a natural augmentation with saline implants and I find that one of the most important factors in achieving a natural look is selecting the appropriate implant size based upon a patients anatomy and soft tissue coverage. If you are interested in having a breast augmentation, I would strongly recommend scheduling a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon to review your candidacy and the various implant options available to you. There are pros and cons with each implant type and your anatomy and desired cosmetic result will all influence the appropriateness of a given implant for you. Remember that the best advice can only come from an in-person consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon who is well-experienced in these procedures. I hope you find this helpful and I wish you all of the best!
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Answer: Natural Augmentation Thank you for your question.Generally speaking, silicone gel implants tend to provide for a more natural look and feel when compared to saline implants. With that said, it is definitely possible to achieve a natural augmentation with saline implants and I find that one of the most important factors in achieving a natural look is selecting the appropriate implant size based upon a patients anatomy and soft tissue coverage. If you are interested in having a breast augmentation, I would strongly recommend scheduling a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon to review your candidacy and the various implant options available to you. There are pros and cons with each implant type and your anatomy and desired cosmetic result will all influence the appropriateness of a given implant for you. Remember that the best advice can only come from an in-person consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon who is well-experienced in these procedures. I hope you find this helpful and I wish you all of the best!
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April 8, 2017
Answer: Most realistic feeling implant Hello and thank you for your question. I believe the most natural feeling implant is the smooth round silicone gel implants. The saline implant does feel slightly firmer than the silicone. Most of my patients prefer silicone implants based on the way they feel and look.
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April 8, 2017
Answer: Most realistic feeling implant Hello and thank you for your question. I believe the most natural feeling implant is the smooth round silicone gel implants. The saline implant does feel slightly firmer than the silicone. Most of my patients prefer silicone implants based on the way they feel and look.
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April 8, 2017
Answer: Implant feel Both smooth silicone and structure saline implants (Ideal Implants) feel very natural to the touch, as long as your breast tissue cover is adequate and the implant is well sized for your dimensions. In general I do not recommend textured implants for cosmetic patients except for very specific applications.
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April 8, 2017
Answer: Implant feel Both smooth silicone and structure saline implants (Ideal Implants) feel very natural to the touch, as long as your breast tissue cover is adequate and the implant is well sized for your dimensions. In general I do not recommend textured implants for cosmetic patients except for very specific applications.
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May 22, 2017
Answer: Most realistic implant feel Without getting too bogged down in details and scores of different kinds of breast implants, I would say the classic round silicone gel feels most natural. Saline feels unnatural, like water in a bag. Gummy bear or shaped implants are very slightly more firm. Classic silicone has the softest most natural feel to it. Variation amongst the different brands is negligible in my opinion, especially when hitting beneath natural breast tissue and the muscle if placed in a submuscular pocketBest of luck!
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May 22, 2017
Answer: Most realistic implant feel Without getting too bogged down in details and scores of different kinds of breast implants, I would say the classic round silicone gel feels most natural. Saline feels unnatural, like water in a bag. Gummy bear or shaped implants are very slightly more firm. Classic silicone has the softest most natural feel to it. Variation amongst the different brands is negligible in my opinion, especially when hitting beneath natural breast tissue and the muscle if placed in a submuscular pocketBest of luck!
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April 8, 2017
Answer: Allergan soft touch Thanks much for reaching out. I use all of the implant companies and they all have a great silicone gel. I believe that the Allergan inspira soft touch gel has the nicest consistency, and is the most realistic in feel. Hope this helps :-)
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April 8, 2017
Answer: Allergan soft touch Thanks much for reaching out. I use all of the implant companies and they all have a great silicone gel. I believe that the Allergan inspira soft touch gel has the nicest consistency, and is the most realistic in feel. Hope this helps :-)
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