Nagor Breast Implants: What You Need to Know
Pros & cons
How much they cost
How long they last
Fast facts
Nagor breast implants are a brand of silicone and saline-filled implants used in the E.U. for breast augmentation and reconstruction. They haven’t been approved by the U.S. Food & Drug Administration, so they’re not yet available in this country, but they do bear the CE mark, the equivalent of FDA approval in the European Union.Â
They come in a variety of sizes, shapes (teardrop or round), projections (how far out and wide they extend from the chest), and materials (textured or smooth). Each of the core lines includes up to 90 options for customized fit.Â
Nagor breast implants come with a lifetime guarantee that provides free replacement implants in the event of capsular contracture or a confirmed rupture. (The cost of replacement surgery isn’t covered.)
Your plastic surgeon may recommend one of these Nagor implant types, based on your anatomy and goals.Â
CoGel implants are teardrop-shaped, meaning that they’re thin at the top and gently curve to a fuller base. They feature a Nagotex surface, a textured outer shell that the manufacturer says makes the implant more resistant to ruptures, deformation, or capsular contracture.
It’s worth noting that sales of textured implants, including Nagor’s CoGel, IMPLEO, and GFX lines, have been suspended in Australia and France following the discovery of a link between textured implants and breast implant–associated anaplastic large-cell lymphoma (BIA-ALCL), a rare form of cancer.
IMPLEO round implants come in 38 sizes with the Nagotex textured surface, while IMPLEO Smooth round implants in the same sizes have a smooth surface. Their cohesive silicone gel helps the implants maintain their shape and offers a natural look.
GFX implants also contain cohesive silicone gel. They all have the Nagotex textured surface and come in 56 sizes.
RGI implants are round, with a smooth surface and cohesive silicone gel. They come in 48 variations.
Nagor’s saline implants are filled with a sterile saltwater solution that’s similar to fluid naturally found in the body. They have a slightly firmer feel than gel implants, but some patients are more comfortable with saline because it’s easier to detect ruptures in them and there isn’t the risk of silicone leakage. These round implants are available in a range of profiles and sizes, with either a smooth or textured surface, for a total of 64 different options. They’re made to order and customized to suit your body and goals.
Pros
- Like all breast implants, they can add fullness and reshape breasts.
- They can also reconstruct breasts that have been removed during breast cancer treatment.
- There are 270 different options of Nagor implants to choose from, and their saline-filled implants are made to order.
- Nagor offers a lifetime guarantee that covers the cost of the replacement implant.
- Results are immediate and generally improve over time.
Cons
- Nagor implants with a textured surface have been banned in several countries, due to a link between textured implants and a rare form of cancer.
- All breast implants come with some degree of risk. See our breast implant safety guide.
- Breast implants can make the detection of breast cancer or cancer recurrence with mammography more difficult.
- Average Cost:
- $5,800
Your cost will depend on the experience level of your surgeon and their practice location.Â
While breast augmentation for cosmetic reasons is not covered by the U.K.’s National Health Service, women seeking breast reconstruction after cancer treatment should have the procedure of their choice, including their implants, covered by insurance.
Like all breast implants, Nagor breast implants are not meant to last a lifetime and may need to be removed, improved, or replaced if you experience complications as they age. Expect to have an in-person visit with your surgeon at least every 10 years and to discuss screening options to detect “silent” ruptures.
Mentor, Natrelle, and Sientra breast implants are those most commonly used in the United States, but that doesn’t mean one is necessarily better than the others.Â
“Availability, cost, and marketing do not equate with overall quality,” says Minneapolis-based plastic surgeon Dr. Richard Tholen in a RealSelf Q&A. “There are many reasons that surgeons may choose one implant manufacturer over another.”
When you’re considering breast implant surgery, choosing an experienced, board-certified plastic surgeon is more important than choosing your implant brand. Many surgeons use a variety of implant types, since they all have subtle differences in look, feel, and dimension.
Updated June 13, 2023