Saline Vs. Silicone Breast Implants in Fairfield County, Connecticut

Silicone Implants

Many women feel that silicone implants provide a more natural appearance and texture than saline implants. This type of implant is filled with a silicone gel designed to mimic the properties of natural breast tissue.

Unlike saline implants, silicone implants must be filled prior to insertion, meaning that Dr. Passaretti will need to make a larger incision and has fewer insertion options. Dr. Passaretti will use his expertise to help you determine which type of implant will suit your needs and deliver your desired results.

For these reasons, it often takes women longer to heal from augmentation using silicone implants. Dr. Passaretti can help you decide which size of implant will best meet your aesthetic goals. While silicone implants are less likely than saline to rupture, they can rupture without your awareness. When saline implants rupture, they deflate, but if silicone gel leaks out of your implant it may require more complex treatment to correct.

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In most cases, Dr. Passaretti prefers to use silicone implants because they deliver a more natural look and have a lower risk of rupture. He also typically recommends round over teardrop-shaped implants because round implants provide more volume and can rotate without distorting the breasts. If teardrop-shaped implants shift within the breast, it can change the breast shape and require revision surgery.

The shape, size, and material of your breast implants are all important considerations when planning your breast augmentation.