There are many pros and cons to using silicone or saline implants for breast augmentation. Saline implants are filled in saltwater, but silicone is more malleable. These implants require a smaller incision and look less natural. Women who have minimal existing breast tissue may not want to opt for saline implants.
The breast's natural teardrop shape is mimicked by shaped implants
Shaped breast implants are more natural-looking than round implants. They are thinner on the top and gradually taper down to fullness just below the nipple. This shape is loved by women who want natural-looking enhancements. These implants can have cohesive silicone gel filled and are less likely cause ripples, folds, or creases than round ones.
Silicone implants are less susceptible to rippling
Rippling is common with saline implants, but the amount of rippling is usually less noticeable with silicone implants. Because silicone implants are filled with a cohesive gel, this is why it is so easy to see the difference. This gel closely resembles natural breast tissue and skin. Silicone implants can be less likely to cause excessive rippling. These types of breast implants might be more appropriate for petite or thin women.
Salinization implants are made with saltwater
A sterile saltwater solution is used to fill saline breast implants. Some of these implants can be filled pre-filled, while others are filled during an implant procedure. They can come in various sizes and may be smoothed or textured. They are FDA-approved to be used for breast augmentation. They are also used frequently in breast reconstruction.
Gummy bear implants are made with a firmer silicone jelly
Gummy bear breast implants have a silicone gel that is firm and less likely to crack after surgery. The firm silicone gel, and teardrop shape of the implants help to keep their shape and reduce the possibility of capsular contracture. The implants are stronger than regular silicone or standard saline and have firmer shells.
Saline implants are FDA-approved for women aged 22 and older
Filling saline breast implants with sterilized salwater is possible. They are cheaper and more versatile than silicone implants, which are typically filled intraoperatively. Saline implants are customizable to suit the patient's requirements. They are FDA-approved also for women aged 22 or older.
Saline implants have a lower risk of capsular contracture.
Studies have shown that saline breast implant are less susceptible to capsule contracture then silicone breast implants. These results have a few caveats. First, patients must agree to fund a reoperation, and it is important that they acknowledge this in their written informed consent documents. Second, additional reoperations may worsen the condition and increase the risk of permanent tissue compromise.