I am 18 years old and I am starting consultations for a breast augmentation next week. I have recently learned about the 22 year old age restriction with silicone implants. Is it illegal for plastic surgeons to insert silicone implants on an 18 year old or is it just advised against? Is the decision ultimately up to the doctor? I have heard saline implants don't feel as natural and are harder and I would rather have silicone because of that. Do you have any recommendations?
Answer: Silicone implants in an 18 year old are NOT illegal.
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Answer: Silicone implants in an 18 year old are NOT illegal.
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Answer: Breast Augmentation Thanks for the question. You are a good candidate for an breast implant procedure because there is no age for these procedures. I wish you all the best.
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Answer: Breast Augmentation Thanks for the question. You are a good candidate for an breast implant procedure because there is no age for these procedures. I wish you all the best.
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January 17, 2016
Answer: Your options There are two great options to consider: 1. IDEAL implants - these are newly released "hybrid implants" double lumen saline implants made to feel like silicone2. I will place silicone implants in patients under 22 yrs old but first have an informed consent and have them sign a waiver that they are aware that they are being used in "off label' FDA use. #IDEALimplants#breastaugmentation#breastimplants
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January 17, 2016
Answer: Your options There are two great options to consider: 1. IDEAL implants - these are newly released "hybrid implants" double lumen saline implants made to feel like silicone2. I will place silicone implants in patients under 22 yrs old but first have an informed consent and have them sign a waiver that they are aware that they are being used in "off label' FDA use. #IDEALimplants#breastaugmentation#breastimplants
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August 19, 2015
Answer: Is It Against the Law to Put Silicone Implants in an 18 Year Old Thank you for submitting your question. A SIlicone gel implant would be the best option for you at the FDA mandated age of 22 years. Saline implants are can be placed at age 18 years of age. Without photos, difficult to make recommendations. When your ready, make an appointment with a Board Certified Plastic surgeon. Best Wishes
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August 19, 2015
Answer: Is It Against the Law to Put Silicone Implants in an 18 Year Old Thank you for submitting your question. A SIlicone gel implant would be the best option for you at the FDA mandated age of 22 years. Saline implants are can be placed at age 18 years of age. Without photos, difficult to make recommendations. When your ready, make an appointment with a Board Certified Plastic surgeon. Best Wishes
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January 5, 2014
Answer: Is It Against the Law to Put Silicone Implants in an 18 Year Old? In my opinion, there is no good reason why there is an FDA mandated age of 22 for patients to receive silicone breast implants. There are many patients under the age of 22 who would ( based on their body type and the advantages of silicone breast implants) benefit from the use of silicone gel breast implants. Unfortunately, the use of these implants for these younger patients will negate the breast implant manufacturer warranty.I hope this, and the attached link, helps.
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January 5, 2014
Answer: Is It Against the Law to Put Silicone Implants in an 18 Year Old? In my opinion, there is no good reason why there is an FDA mandated age of 22 for patients to receive silicone breast implants. There are many patients under the age of 22 who would ( based on their body type and the advantages of silicone breast implants) benefit from the use of silicone gel breast implants. Unfortunately, the use of these implants for these younger patients will negate the breast implant manufacturer warranty.I hope this, and the attached link, helps.
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June 13, 2011
Answer: Age restriction on silicone implants?
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June 13, 2011
Answer: Age restriction on silicone implants?
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