Implant Breast

Many people have written me about the safety of silicone gel breast implants and how to decide which type of implant to choose. I am reprinting here one response which I think presents helpful guidelines for women considering breast augmentation or enlargement, or Breast Lift, and trying to decide which breast implant to choose, saline or silicone gel.

There are many factors to think about when deciding whether to have breast enlargement or augmentation. The newer silicone gel breast implants have been approved by the FDA and have been available since January 2007. Many women share your concern about the safety of these new implants for breast augmentation. [...]

Let’s face it – most of us weren’t born with quite the body we would have imagined, but thanks to medical advancements, improvements are available. Are you considering breast implants? Women across America are thrilled with their breast implants, boosting their confidence and self-esteem.

Breast implants can improve the way your body looks and how you feel about your body. Just one cup size can make you feel that much sexier. Breast augmentation can make the breast larger and [...]

Breast implants are used to change the size and shape of a woman’s breasts. If you are unhappy with your breast size or shape, you may want to think about having breast implant surgery. Not only will you have firmer, rounder breasts, you will be getting an unexpected boost in your self-confidence, and you will definitely feel much more beautiful. Having a wonderfully full pair of breasts will come from knowing which implant is right or you. There are a few things you will need to know before you decide.

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If you’re considering breast augmentation there are a few things to consider in terms of cost before you proceed with any breast enlargement. The costs of breast implant surgery and other breast plastic surgery are not always what they seem. There are many hidden costs that must be considered also.

For an initial breast augmentation surgery you should plan to pay at least $5000 to $6500 for saline breast implants and at least $6000 to $8000 for silicone breast implants. If you find doctors or surgeons who are charging less, be careful. It’s imperative that you make sure the surgeon is a board-certified plastic surgeon. There are doctors in other specialties such as dermatology who routinely perform these breast enhancement procedures.

These costs in the United States don’t vary too much except in New York City where they may be at least 50% more than the rest of the U.S.

When you’re quoted a price for breast implants make sure it includes the cost of the anesthesiologist, the board-certified plastic surgeons’ fee, the operating room, the hospital room and any other expenses. Make sure to ask about these fees because the surgeon’s fee may only be 65%-80% of the total cost of the surgery. [...]

So, you’ve been exercising, watching your diet, trying hard to maintain your figure, and you’ve succeeded… except for one small thing: Your once voluptuous breasts have transformed themselves into fat-free deflated skin. Fat free, lean body often results in a fat free chest, as well.

Back when you hated your body’s fat tissue, you failed to realize just how much that fat had to do with your cleavage. You liked your cleavage! It made you feel feminine and sexy, and it filled out your clothes. [...]