Should I remove my Mentor CPG 332 breast implants?

Question

I got my breast augmentation for anesthetic reason in March 2010. Mentor CPG 332 (350 ml)(catalog 334-1209) cohesive gel, infraglandular insertion. I saw a doctor for another reason but she advised me to get them removed as they are linked to the BIA-ALCL because they are textured. So do textured implants (like mine) means polyurethane implants, are they the same? Should I really be worried and get them removed? And if it's so, textured implants are now forbidden then? Thank you all!

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your question. If you are not having any issues with your implants, you need not have them exchanged, but if for peace of mind/reassurance, you can certainly do so.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Rina Fo,
there have been numerous studies on the safety and efficacy of silicone breast implants. The FDA has approved them to be safe and breast augmentation is the most common cosmetic surgical procedure performed in the United States every year. Implants are much different than they used to be with rigorous testing and cohesive gel. I can't tell you how happy my breast augmentation patients have been with their implants.
I would recommend a consult with a plastic surgeon to go over all of your concerns. Saline implants are also a perfectly good option if you are still concerned and are less expensive.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

Textured Mentor implants are not polyurethane implants, which have been gone for many years prior to your surgery. The BIA-ALCL is still a very rare tumor, less than 800 cases worldwide in over 35 million women and is primarily not with Mentor implants. With no symptoms, removal is not recommended for anyone with textured implants.  However, if you are having other issues, then discuss removal.

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

It is recommended if you are having symptoms or issues with your implants that you have them removed.  If you are not experiencing any problems, it is optional to have them removed, exchanged, or leave them as is.  I encourage you to meet with your board certified plastic surgeon for any questions or concerns you may have.  I've included a video I hope you find helpful.

Should I remove my Mentor CPG 332 breast implants?

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