Which Feels More Natural and Soft - Silicone or Saline?

Most patients and plastic surgeons agree:  silicone implants feel softer and more "natural" than saline.  Saline implants are indicated in some patients, but when a patient considers their softer feel and proven safety record, most will choose a silicone gel implant.  When you visit with your board-certified plastic surgeon, you should be able to feel the difference for yourself.  Then you can make the best decision for you.  Good luck!

Most surgeons and patients generally agree that silicone feels more natural, particularly the most recent generation of silicone implants. These are often called "gummy bear" implants and are filled with a highly cohesive gel that holds its shape even if the implant is cut in half. This benefit is a major reason many patients choose silicone over saline implants. However, if a patient has a lot of breast tissue to begin with, then a saline implant can feel very natural. Many surgeons have different kinds of implants available during a consultation so their patients can touch them to get an idea of how they really feel. Thanks for your question.

When the implant is held in a person's hand silicone by far is softer and feels more natural. In a patient it depends, if woman has very little breast tissue and/or thin skin then a silicone implant will feel more natural BUT if a woman has moderate breast tissue and/or thicker skin then a saline implant may and can feel natural.

Dr. ES