Natrelle Inspira silicone vs. saline implants: What's the difference in look and feel?

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Martin Jugenburg, MD · Answer

Silicone implants are softer and smoother (less rippling) than saline implants when you place them on the table side by side.  However, when placed in the body, under the muscle and if the patient has enough skin and fat to cover the implants, I bet you would have a very hard time figuring out which is which.  That is why although silicone implants are 'better' from that standpoint, I ofter tell patients it doesn't matter which implant you get because once they go in you'll have a hard time telling the difference.

Jerome Edelstein, MD · Answer

There are over 300 types of implants in the inspire line. They offer a key benefit: they are filled more fully, so may cause less rippling. On the other hand, saline has a higher risk of rippling and have a firmer feel than silicone cohesive gel.

Shahram Salemy, MD, FACS · Answer

This is a great question and there are a number of variables that go into picking the right implant, including most importantly your goals and expectations. But your anatomy, and in particular the amount of breast tissue you have to begin with, plays a large part.  The short answer is that for many patients you can achieve nice result with more than one type of implant, and with the availability of round or anatomic implants, textured or smooth walled implants, the options for patients have increased.  What this means is that it's really important to sit down with a Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon to go over your options in detail and together make a plan that will work best for you.Thanks for the question and good luck!

Thomas Trevisani, MD · Answer

Silicone implants are a better product. They feel more natural and give the surgeon the opportunity to create a more pleasing breast. They feel more like natural breast tissue than saline. I usually recommend silicone gel Natrelle for our patients. They also are available in different projections which in my opinion give greater flexibility for the surgeon to achieve the patient's best breasts.

Larry S. Nichter, MD, MS, FACS · Answer

Silicone implants feel more like natural breast tissue whereas saline implants tend to have more waviness and bounce more when jumping or running especially in those with small breasts.See a board certified plastic surgeon for best advice.

Natrelle Inspira silicone vs. saline implants: What's the difference in look and feel?

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