I am 19 days away from my BA and I am still undecided about textured vs. smooth. I'm 35, 5'4", 115, going with 350-375 HP. I am letting my Dr. decide which size ultimately looks best on my small frame. My only concern with textured is that they do not have as much give as the smooth do. Will the smooth be more comfortable for me and feel more like my real breasts (thinking of husband too)? I'm mostly concerned with my personal comfort and desire a more natural feel for my husband. Thank you!
April 14, 2015
Answer: Difference between textured and smooth implants In general there is not a significant difference going from textured to smooth within the same manufacturer. More important is the cohesiveness of the silicone, not the outer surface. Anatomic implants tend to be firmer than round devices as this is necessary to help maintain their shape. Having said that smooth implants will move more and probably feel and behave a bit more naturally. Best of luck
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April 14, 2015
Answer: Difference between textured and smooth implants In general there is not a significant difference going from textured to smooth within the same manufacturer. More important is the cohesiveness of the silicone, not the outer surface. Anatomic implants tend to be firmer than round devices as this is necessary to help maintain their shape. Having said that smooth implants will move more and probably feel and behave a bit more naturally. Best of luck
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Answer: Implant Choice-Textured versus Smooth Having used smooth silicone gel or saline breast implants over textured surface breast implants throughout the majority of my plastic surgery career, I had been quite the advocate of smooth over textured. There are definite reasons for this, the explanation of which is too detailed to chronicle here and is not helpful to you in making your decision. I have personally performed over 5,000 breast implant procedures during the past 20 years. The patients on whom I operate are followed closely postoperatively. Over the past 2 1/2 years I have recommended and used almost exclusively the textured surface silicone gel breast implant, whether round or shaped. I am convinced that it is the optimum breast implant for all breast enhancement procedures, with but very few unique individual exceptions. It minimizes the risk of capsular contracture as well as malposition, which includes bottoming-out, lateral displacement or symmastia ("uniboob"). There is no doubt silicone gel breast implants feel far more natural in the breast than saline, consistently. A plastic surgeon experienced in these procedures who is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, and preferably also a member of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery is highly recommended. Best of luck to you.
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Answer: Implant Choice-Textured versus Smooth Having used smooth silicone gel or saline breast implants over textured surface breast implants throughout the majority of my plastic surgery career, I had been quite the advocate of smooth over textured. There are definite reasons for this, the explanation of which is too detailed to chronicle here and is not helpful to you in making your decision. I have personally performed over 5,000 breast implant procedures during the past 20 years. The patients on whom I operate are followed closely postoperatively. Over the past 2 1/2 years I have recommended and used almost exclusively the textured surface silicone gel breast implant, whether round or shaped. I am convinced that it is the optimum breast implant for all breast enhancement procedures, with but very few unique individual exceptions. It minimizes the risk of capsular contracture as well as malposition, which includes bottoming-out, lateral displacement or symmastia ("uniboob"). There is no doubt silicone gel breast implants feel far more natural in the breast than saline, consistently. A plastic surgeon experienced in these procedures who is board certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery, a member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, and preferably also a member of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery is highly recommended. Best of luck to you.
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