What’s Best for Your Breast?
Breast implants today come in a great variety. Which option is the best for you?
Breast augmentation has been around for years, and just like anything else in this world, it has evolved greatly over the time. Today, patients are met with so many types of implants, and they have to choose very carefully which one they want because the implants are meant to stay inside the body for life.
Most implants are silicone elastomer-shelled. Other substances are filled into these shells. A cohesive silicone filled implant’s life is averaged at 16 years while saline implants are said to last approximately 10-12 years.
Saline-filled silicone-shelled implants are the most common type. These implants come in many surfaces and shapes to fit the patient’s need. Cohesive silicone-filled silicone-shelled implants might cause problems to some patients with extra sensitivity but many patients are happy with the results. Cohesive silicone gel implants have a distinct shape and are not as subject to gravity as other types. Hydrogel breast implants are said to feel very much like natural breast tissue. They are not available in the United States yet but are widely used in Europe at present.
Each material is distinctive and it is advised that the patients should do their homework beforehand. Find out information about risks, pros and cons, including chances of rupture and leakage, costs, possible complications, how long they will last, and so on. The surgeon should be able to explain the differences between each type and help you decide which one is the best option.
Material is not the only issue to consider. Since every patient is different, breast implants should be as customized as possible so that the new breasts suit the person and preference. Other things that should be considered include the size, texture, and shape of the implants.
Breast implants should be a once-in-a-lifetime experience, which means you should be satisfied with the results after just one operation. Therefore, you should be extra careful and make sure you will get what you need, because fixing it is going to cost money, waste your time and put you through unnecessary pain. Choosing the right surgeon and the right implants will leave you happy with your new breasts for life, or at least for many years.
