I've been researching implants because I'm plan of having a breast Aug and I finally picked my doctor. Up until today my main focus was one natrelle, the mentor. The surgeon that will be performing my surgery currently uses only mentor, but is thinking of adding Sientra. From want I read, its just as good if not better. Also, natrelle has more options for shape and their silicone is also more cohesive that mentor. Is that correct? The two main surgeons I'm thinking of having my surgery with each use one or the other, but the surgeons are in the same circle. Just would like some more info on the brands. So which one so you think is better and what would you recommend?
March 9, 2014
Answer: Which implant is better? Mentor, Natrelle or Sientra (silicone) Thank you for the question.All three companies are reputable with good products (similar characteristics and warranties). Every patient's anatomy and goals are different; each patient may benefit from the use of a specific size/profile of breast implant. Therefore, in my practice, I have consignments of all 3 different breast implant manufacturers available in the operating room. Ultimately, more important than the specific breast implant company utilized will be careful selection of your plastic surgeon. Careful preoperative communication, careful intraoperative sizing ( including the use of temporary sizers and dimensional planning/measurements) and careful execution of the procedure will be key. I hope this, and the attached link, helps. Best wishes with your upcoming surgery.
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March 9, 2014
Answer: Which implant is better? Mentor, Natrelle or Sientra (silicone) Thank you for the question.All three companies are reputable with good products (similar characteristics and warranties). Every patient's anatomy and goals are different; each patient may benefit from the use of a specific size/profile of breast implant. Therefore, in my practice, I have consignments of all 3 different breast implant manufacturers available in the operating room. Ultimately, more important than the specific breast implant company utilized will be careful selection of your plastic surgeon. Careful preoperative communication, careful intraoperative sizing ( including the use of temporary sizers and dimensional planning/measurements) and careful execution of the procedure will be key. I hope this, and the attached link, helps. Best wishes with your upcoming surgery.
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March 8, 2014
Answer: Mentor, Natrelle or Sientra implants? The implants from 3 manufacturers have been approved by the FDA for use in the United States: Allergan (Natrelle), Mentor, and Sientra. The FDA has determined that they are all safe for use. They all produce implants of various sizes and dimensions. Plastic surgeons have their own preferences based on their individual experience, relationship with the implant company, and history of service by the manufacturer representative. More important than the name of the implant is your choice of an experienced, caring, artistic plastic surgeon as well as the choice of the proper size and dimensions of the implant for your particular anatomy.Following advice from a surgeon on this or any other website who proposes to tell you what type or size of implants to use without examining you, physically feeling your tissue, assessing your desired outcome, taking a full medical history and discussing the pros and cons of the operative procedure and each type of implant would not be in your best interest. I would suggest that you find a surgeon certified by the American Board of American Plastic Surgery and one who is ideally a member of The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) that you trust and are comfortable with. You should discuss your concerns with that surgeon in person.Robert Singer, M.D., FACSLa Jolla, California
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March 8, 2014
Answer: Mentor, Natrelle or Sientra implants? The implants from 3 manufacturers have been approved by the FDA for use in the United States: Allergan (Natrelle), Mentor, and Sientra. The FDA has determined that they are all safe for use. They all produce implants of various sizes and dimensions. Plastic surgeons have their own preferences based on their individual experience, relationship with the implant company, and history of service by the manufacturer representative. More important than the name of the implant is your choice of an experienced, caring, artistic plastic surgeon as well as the choice of the proper size and dimensions of the implant for your particular anatomy.Following advice from a surgeon on this or any other website who proposes to tell you what type or size of implants to use without examining you, physically feeling your tissue, assessing your desired outcome, taking a full medical history and discussing the pros and cons of the operative procedure and each type of implant would not be in your best interest. I would suggest that you find a surgeon certified by the American Board of American Plastic Surgery and one who is ideally a member of The American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) that you trust and are comfortable with. You should discuss your concerns with that surgeon in person.Robert Singer, M.D., FACSLa Jolla, California
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