What are the differences between the Memory Gel and CPG Cohesive gel implants? Is it true that the CPG is thicker and stronger and will retain shape better and makes for a firmer implant than the FDA approved Memory Gel? Thank you.
Answer: Memory gel, CPG cohesive gel (gummy bear implants) Silicone gels can be fabricated with differing degrees of cohesiveness or viscosity. These will determine the qualities of the silicone gel implant. To simplify this the some individuals refer to the generation of the implant. Current implants are considered the third generation. Among the third generation implants there are 3 degrees of increasing thickness. The first type is generally labeled the "memory gel" by Mentor corporation. The second type is no longer available and called the Lumera. The third type is the CPG implant. It is essentially a solid implant. When silicone is solid, we classify the thickness using a measure called the durometer (firmness measure). The CPG is the thickest of all breast implants made. It does retain its shape better and makes for a firmer breast.
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Answer: Memory gel, CPG cohesive gel (gummy bear implants) Silicone gels can be fabricated with differing degrees of cohesiveness or viscosity. These will determine the qualities of the silicone gel implant. To simplify this the some individuals refer to the generation of the implant. Current implants are considered the third generation. Among the third generation implants there are 3 degrees of increasing thickness. The first type is generally labeled the "memory gel" by Mentor corporation. The second type is no longer available and called the Lumera. The third type is the CPG implant. It is essentially a solid implant. When silicone is solid, we classify the thickness using a measure called the durometer (firmness measure). The CPG is the thickest of all breast implants made. It does retain its shape better and makes for a firmer breast.
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August 2, 2018
Answer: Memory Gel implants are softer than CPG implants Hi there-
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August 2, 2018
Answer: Memory Gel implants are softer than CPG implants Hi there-
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Answer: Difference between memory gel and CPG implants
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April 14, 2020
Answer: Cohesive gel versus memory gel Cohesive gel implants are the "Gummy" implants that are firmer. They need a larger incision for palcement and if they rupture will not ooze. The memory gel implants are the standard gel implants that will feel more natural.
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April 14, 2020
Answer: Cohesive gel versus memory gel Cohesive gel implants are the "Gummy" implants that are firmer. They need a larger incision for palcement and if they rupture will not ooze. The memory gel implants are the standard gel implants that will feel more natural.
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August 2, 2018
Answer: Cohesive breast implants The Memory Gel is a cohesive implant, but the CPG is firmer and more cohesive. If you were to cut this implant, it would hold its gel, in the same way that a cut gummy bear holds its gummy (hence the term "gummy bear implants"). These do feel firmer than regular silicone implants. The shape is a tear-drop, which is very useful for breast reconstruction after cancer, and in other situations where the patient needs more fill in the upper part of her breast. These implants are not yet available in the US for general use, so if you are very interested in getting them, you will need to find a surgeon in your area who is enrolled in the clinical trials. Good luck, /nsn.
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August 2, 2018
Answer: Cohesive breast implants The Memory Gel is a cohesive implant, but the CPG is firmer and more cohesive. If you were to cut this implant, it would hold its gel, in the same way that a cut gummy bear holds its gummy (hence the term "gummy bear implants"). These do feel firmer than regular silicone implants. The shape is a tear-drop, which is very useful for breast reconstruction after cancer, and in other situations where the patient needs more fill in the upper part of her breast. These implants are not yet available in the US for general use, so if you are very interested in getting them, you will need to find a surgeon in your area who is enrolled in the clinical trials. Good luck, /nsn.
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