What are the types of breast implants?
It’s difficult to determine the best breast implant type for yourself. That’s where Las Vegas plastic surgeon, Dr. Lane Smith, can help. He believes in giving you as many choices as possible. Implant come in two main types, those that are fiulled with saline and those filled with silicone gel. And for a more customizable feel, silicone comes in many shapes and textures. During your consulting, you will discuss your options and see what works best for your treatment. Still, it helps to do your research so you’re fully informed when coming in for your consultation. Please be sure to share your comments, and one of our staff members will respond.
Saline Breast Implants
Saline breast implants are made of a silastic shell, essentially solid silicone, then filled with saline solution.
Gummy Bear Breast Implants
Why use Gummy Bear Breast Implants? The popularly named gummy bear breast implants are cohesive gel, and they’re form-stable. If you push hard enough on the breast implant, you can alter the shape slightly, however it doesn’t really leak. Not to mention...Silicone Breast Implants
Silicone breast implants feel a bit more like natural breast tissue, and come with a variety of options.
Round Breast Implants
Round breast implants allow breasts to appear fuller than form-stable implants.