The surgeon I have chosen is currently using mentor but has just informed me that he might start using sientra implants. What are the differences and pros & cons of mentor vs sientra? Does anyone have any experience with these implants that could give me more info about them? To clarify, my doctor is adding these along with mentor. He is a board certified plastic surgeon. They are the only ones that can get these implants.
Answer: Mentor vs. Sientra Breast Implants Hello and thank you for your question.I have experience with all three implant manufacturers in the United States (Mentor, Natrelle and Sientra) and I can say that they are all high quality and yield great results. Most surgeons develop a personal preference over time for a number of reasons including availability, manufacturer representative relationship, hospital stock, personal experience, etc. You're right that only board certified or board eligible plastic surgeons have access to Sientra implants. We choose different volumes, textures and shapes of implants based on characteristics specific to you. But the truth is that the "brand" of implant chosen will ultimately not make much difference for you. What's most important is that you are being treated by an experienced plastic surgeon who can deliver the results you desire. Best of luck to you,Ruth Celestin, MD
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Answer: Mentor vs. Sientra Breast Implants Hello and thank you for your question.I have experience with all three implant manufacturers in the United States (Mentor, Natrelle and Sientra) and I can say that they are all high quality and yield great results. Most surgeons develop a personal preference over time for a number of reasons including availability, manufacturer representative relationship, hospital stock, personal experience, etc. You're right that only board certified or board eligible plastic surgeons have access to Sientra implants. We choose different volumes, textures and shapes of implants based on characteristics specific to you. But the truth is that the "brand" of implant chosen will ultimately not make much difference for you. What's most important is that you are being treated by an experienced plastic surgeon who can deliver the results you desire. Best of luck to you,Ruth Celestin, MD
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Answer: There are a few advantages to Sientra implants. Many surgeons are switching
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Answer: There are a few advantages to Sientra implants. Many surgeons are switching
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October 7, 2015
Answer: Mentor vs. Sientra Breast Implants Thank you for your question! There are some similarities between Mentor and Sientra
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October 7, 2015
Answer: Mentor vs. Sientra Breast Implants Thank you for your question! There are some similarities between Mentor and Sientra
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July 28, 2016
Answer: Mentor vs. Sientra Thanks for your question. Both companies make excellent implants and their safety records are well-established. Sientra is sometimes described as a "new" option, but these implants have been used abroad for more than 30 years. Sientra and Mentor products are similar, but of the highly cohesive or "gummy bear" style implants, Sientra offers the only round option. I also like Sientra's assortment of bases, shapes, and projections, because it helps to create a truly custom result. As other doctors have mentioned, they are also the only company that currently offers a warranty that covers implant replacement in cases of capsular contracture. Studies have indicated a lower instance of capsular contracture with the Sientra implants. That said, Mentor makes an excellent product as well, and a skilled plastic surgeon will create beautiful results with whatever "tools" he or she feels work best. It sounds like you're doing your homework, and that's a good sign that you'll have a great outcome. The fact that your doctor is doing his best to offer a variety of options is also a good sign. Best of luck to you!
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July 28, 2016
Answer: Mentor vs. Sientra Thanks for your question. Both companies make excellent implants and their safety records are well-established. Sientra is sometimes described as a "new" option, but these implants have been used abroad for more than 30 years. Sientra and Mentor products are similar, but of the highly cohesive or "gummy bear" style implants, Sientra offers the only round option. I also like Sientra's assortment of bases, shapes, and projections, because it helps to create a truly custom result. As other doctors have mentioned, they are also the only company that currently offers a warranty that covers implant replacement in cases of capsular contracture. Studies have indicated a lower instance of capsular contracture with the Sientra implants. That said, Mentor makes an excellent product as well, and a skilled plastic surgeon will create beautiful results with whatever "tools" he or she feels work best. It sounds like you're doing your homework, and that's a good sign that you'll have a great outcome. The fact that your doctor is doing his best to offer a variety of options is also a good sign. Best of luck to you!
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May 18, 2014
Answer: Mentor versus Sientra Hi. These two companies both make excellent implants, and I use both of them in my practice.The Mentor smooth round "MemoryGel" implant has the advantage of a soft feel, that many women like.The Sientra textured round implant had a lower capsule rate in the study by Stevens that was published in PRS in Nov 2013. Both gels are relatively cohesive.Both companies have similar warranties when it comes to implant leakage. Sientra also has a capsule warranty, which is good for the first 2 years only.Both devices are very good. I have no problem recommending either one.
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May 18, 2014
Answer: Mentor versus Sientra Hi. These two companies both make excellent implants, and I use both of them in my practice.The Mentor smooth round "MemoryGel" implant has the advantage of a soft feel, that many women like.The Sientra textured round implant had a lower capsule rate in the study by Stevens that was published in PRS in Nov 2013. Both gels are relatively cohesive.Both companies have similar warranties when it comes to implant leakage. Sientra also has a capsule warranty, which is good for the first 2 years only.Both devices are very good. I have no problem recommending either one.
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November 21, 2015
Answer: Breast Implant Choices - How to Choose Sientra, Allergan and Mentor all make round cohesive implants. The more cohesive the implant the more "gummy bear" like they are meaning that they retain shape and less likely to leak. Sientra has the most cohesive implants on the market.My experience is that both Mentor (made by J&J) and Natrelle implants (made by Allergan) are excellent implants with ethical back up from their parent companies. That is all that has been available in the USA until now. Starting in 2012, patients will have another option for silicone breast implants from another solid company. Silimed. Competition is always great for patients. Patients can choose an implant from Sientra (Silimed) a world leader in breast implant (and other silicone implants). Prospective breast augmentation patients should now be aware that the FDA has approved a new silicone gel-filled breast implant made by Sientra, Inc. Being FDA approved means it is a safe product equal to the standard for Natrelle and Mentor. The Biggest Difference which was just announced by Sientra at the American Aesthetic Meeting in Vancouver May 2012, is that they will only be sold to Board Eligible or Board Certified Plastic Surgery.This is not true for Allergan or Mentor who sell their products to anyone, whether trained or not. This is a great safety factor for patients and for that reason I have switched to Sientra implants for the majority of my patients. Sientra is also the only implant company to have a replacement warranty against capsular contracture if their textured implants are used.
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November 21, 2015
Answer: Breast Implant Choices - How to Choose Sientra, Allergan and Mentor all make round cohesive implants. The more cohesive the implant the more "gummy bear" like they are meaning that they retain shape and less likely to leak. Sientra has the most cohesive implants on the market.My experience is that both Mentor (made by J&J) and Natrelle implants (made by Allergan) are excellent implants with ethical back up from their parent companies. That is all that has been available in the USA until now. Starting in 2012, patients will have another option for silicone breast implants from another solid company. Silimed. Competition is always great for patients. Patients can choose an implant from Sientra (Silimed) a world leader in breast implant (and other silicone implants). Prospective breast augmentation patients should now be aware that the FDA has approved a new silicone gel-filled breast implant made by Sientra, Inc. Being FDA approved means it is a safe product equal to the standard for Natrelle and Mentor. The Biggest Difference which was just announced by Sientra at the American Aesthetic Meeting in Vancouver May 2012, is that they will only be sold to Board Eligible or Board Certified Plastic Surgery.This is not true for Allergan or Mentor who sell their products to anyone, whether trained or not. This is a great safety factor for patients and for that reason I have switched to Sientra implants for the majority of my patients. Sientra is also the only implant company to have a replacement warranty against capsular contracture if their textured implants are used.
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