Breast Implants: Saline Vs. Silicone

1. Breast Implants: Saline Vs. Silicone Women have the option to augment their breasts i.e. achieve a rounder, fuller, proper-sized, and proportionate breasts. This is possible by augmentation mammoplasty using breast implants or autologous fat transfer. It can be preferred for cosmetic purposes or reconstructive reasons such as after mastectomy for breast cancer. In this blog Dr. Mrinalini Sharma, breast cosmetic surgeon in Delhi at Aestiva Clinic focuses only on providing details about cosmetic breast augmentation with breast implants. She also discusses the types of breast implants and helps readers seeking breast implant surgery evaluate the options and make the right choice for themselves. Saline and Silicone breast implants- The difference Breast implants are basically of two types based on the filler material and its consistency present inside the outer silicone shells. These are- Saline breast implants These are the silicone shells filled with sterile salt water (saline). Some of these are placed empty and filled during the operation and others are pre-filled. These are available for any woman aged 18 or above who wants to undergo breast augmentation or for any female irrespective of her age for breast reconstruction. Silicone breast implants These are the silicone shells containing sticky, thick, plastic-like gel called silicone that closely resembles the feel of human fat. These can be used by women aged 22 and above to augment their breasts or for women of any age for their breast reconstruction. Both of these types are available in different sizes and have either textured or smooth shells. Hence, based on one’s needs the type of implant varies and also the Breast Implant Cost In Delhi. Should I get saline or silicone breast implants? To help you decide, here are some of the reasons for picking a saline or silicone implant: 1. Rupture of Breast Implants When a saline breast implant ruptures, deflation can be seen in the implant which in turn changes the size and shape of the breast. The leaked saline solution is absorbed by the body without posing health risks but the patient will need another surgery to remove the silicone shell and at the same time replace it with a new implant.

2. When there is breakage of the silicone breast implant, the patient might not notice it immediately or ever as any free silicone tends to remain trapped in the capsule (a fibrous tissue) that forms around the breast implant. As compared to the rupturing of saline implants, silicone gel implant leakage is risky. It cannot result in health issues like breast cancer, rheumatoid arthritis, or reproductive problems. However, it might cause pain in the breasts, breasts thickening, or changes in the shape or contour of the breasts. If this happens, surgical removal is necessary of the whole implant. A new breast implant can be placed at the same time. 2. The lifespan of Breast Implants Most breast implants are designed to stay for several years but the patient may need to replace/change them at some point in their lives. In this aspect, both the saline and silicone breast implants are the same as they last as long as the other implants are required to be inserted in their place. 3. Incisions Required to Place Breast Implants Pre-filled silicone implants are placed behind or above the chest muscles by making a proper large incision while the saline implants are placed through the small cut as they are filled with the saline solution only after the placement of the silicone shell. 4. How the Breast Implants Feel? Most women believe that silicone breast implants feel more like natural breasts and are soft to touch than saline breast implants. Saline breast implants are usually firmer. 5. Aesthetic Appearance of Breast Implants Saline implants look firm and round as they are a bit overfilled while silicone implants are highly pliable and give the breasts a more natural look. Want to know more about the benefits of getting breast implants and the Cost of Breast Implant in Delhi, book an appointment now with the best cosmetic breast surgeon Dr. Mrinalini Sharma at Aestiva Clinic.