Is it unusual for my saline implants to last 35 years?

August 26, 2010
Asked By:1920anon in Georgia

I had augmentation done in 1975 and, other than some early problems in the first 5 years, they seem to be ok. I am considering removal though as I'm 63 and concerned about mammograms not being accurate.

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