I went in for a consult for BA and the surgeon said that Mentor was the best brand because they are made in the USA, unlike Sientra, Natrelle and Allergan. Is this true? Is it true that Mentor are the safest ones in the market? I am very confused because I went to a second consult and the surgeon said that Sientra is the best implant for a breast augmentation. FYI- this will be my first BA procedure
Answer: Which Implants are Best? There are three companies approved by the FDA (Food and Drug Administration) to sell implants in the U.S. These are Mentor, Allergan, and Sientra. All three companies are excellent, and their products have been subjected to rigorous testing. There are minor differences that may make one brand preferable for some surgeons, such as customer service, but the implants themselves are all of good quality. Choose a good plastic surgeon whom you trust and allow him or her to select the implant brand. Good luck!
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Answer: Which Implants are Best? There are three companies approved by the FDA (Food and Drug Administration) to sell implants in the U.S. These are Mentor, Allergan, and Sientra. All three companies are excellent, and their products have been subjected to rigorous testing. There are minor differences that may make one brand preferable for some surgeons, such as customer service, but the implants themselves are all of good quality. Choose a good plastic surgeon whom you trust and allow him or her to select the implant brand. Good luck!
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Answer: Which breast implant brand is more trusted by surgeons for a breast augmentation ? Go with the best surgeon for you not the best marketing or salesmanship. The implant companies make similar products.Kenneth Hughes, MDLos Angeles, CA
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Answer: Which breast implant brand is more trusted by surgeons for a breast augmentation ? Go with the best surgeon for you not the best marketing or salesmanship. The implant companies make similar products.Kenneth Hughes, MDLos Angeles, CA
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January 25, 2015
Answer: Gummy Bear I find that the "best" implant is a round smooth moderate profile silicone gel implant. This is probably the most widely used style of implant used in the US. All three Companies make reliable implants but now I prefer the Sientra highly cohesive gel implants also known as gummy bears.
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January 25, 2015
Answer: Gummy Bear I find that the "best" implant is a round smooth moderate profile silicone gel implant. This is probably the most widely used style of implant used in the US. All three Companies make reliable implants but now I prefer the Sientra highly cohesive gel implants also known as gummy bears.
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August 7, 2016
Answer: Which breast implant brand is more trusted by surgeons for a breast augmentation ? Thank you for the question.All 3 FDA approved breast implant manufacturers are reputable and provide us with excellent products (with similar characteristics and warranties). Much more important than the manufacturer of breast implants will be careful selection of your plastic surgeon. Ask to see lots of examples of their work and communicate your goals carefully. Best wishes.
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August 7, 2016
Answer: Which breast implant brand is more trusted by surgeons for a breast augmentation ? Thank you for the question.All 3 FDA approved breast implant manufacturers are reputable and provide us with excellent products (with similar characteristics and warranties). Much more important than the manufacturer of breast implants will be careful selection of your plastic surgeon. Ask to see lots of examples of their work and communicate your goals carefully. Best wishes.
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July 10, 2014
Answer: Which Breast Implant Brand is the "Most Trusted?" Mentor, Allergan, and Sientra are all FDA approved for breast augmentation, and there is no one breast implant that is truly "better than" or "most trusted" by plastic surgeons. Therefore, based upon brand of implant alone, you should know that regardless of which brand of implant is used for your breast augmentation, you can be assured that all three mentioned above are excellent!Do realize that there are different shapes and sizes of implants made by each company. Additionally, each company has "gummy bear" or form stable shaped implants as well which are not round, but more tear drop shaped. Depending on a patient's anatomy, her desires, and the plastic surgeon's experience and preference, one particular implant might be more appropriate than another. By the way, only board certified plastic surgeons may use Sientra implants, because this particular company will not allow cosmetic surgeons or others to use these implants. That does make Sientra implants somewhat unique...but not necessarily "better" than the rest. Best of luck to you!
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July 10, 2014
Answer: Which Breast Implant Brand is the "Most Trusted?" Mentor, Allergan, and Sientra are all FDA approved for breast augmentation, and there is no one breast implant that is truly "better than" or "most trusted" by plastic surgeons. Therefore, based upon brand of implant alone, you should know that regardless of which brand of implant is used for your breast augmentation, you can be assured that all three mentioned above are excellent!Do realize that there are different shapes and sizes of implants made by each company. Additionally, each company has "gummy bear" or form stable shaped implants as well which are not round, but more tear drop shaped. Depending on a patient's anatomy, her desires, and the plastic surgeon's experience and preference, one particular implant might be more appropriate than another. By the way, only board certified plastic surgeons may use Sientra implants, because this particular company will not allow cosmetic surgeons or others to use these implants. That does make Sientra implants somewhat unique...but not necessarily "better" than the rest. Best of luck to you!
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