The cosmetic surgery industry has witnessed numerous advancements in recent years. And there is one treatment that continues to enjoy immense popularity among women: breast augmentation.
Type of Implants
Before the day of your scheduled breast augmentation procedure, your cosmetic surgeon will call you in for a general examination and also discuss the type of implants that would be most suitable for your breast enhancement surgery. There are basically two categories of breast implants-silicone gel implants and saline implants.
Silicone gel breast implants refer to silicone shells carrying a unique plastic gel or silicone. Patients inform that the silicone gel closely mimics the texture of the natural tissue in your breasts. In case of implant leakage, the gel might continue to remain inside the shell. It could also move out and enter the implant pocket. However, even if a silicone gel breast implant leaks, it will not end up collapsing. A saline breast implant is a silicone shell carrying a sterile saline solution or saltwater.
While some saline implants come pre-filled, others may be filled while the breast augmentation procedure is being executed. In case there is leakage in a saline breast implant, it will likely collapse. The saline solution would get absorbed and ultimately expelled from the body through its natural route. Saline implants are known for providing greater firmness and uniformity to the breasts. They have been approved by the FDA and can be used for women who are 18 years of age or older.