Saline implants

The Diagnosis and Treatment of Ruptured Saline Breast Implants

Posted on Jan 4, 2010 in Breast augmentation, Breast implants, Saline implants, Silicone implants

Unlike with silicone implants used in breast augmentation, the diagnosis of a ruptured saline implant is usually quite easy and apparent. Most of the time there is a rapid and dramatic decrease in volume of the implant and, therefore, in… Read More

Breast Implants For Breast Enlargement: Should You Select Textured or Smooth

Posted on May 31, 2009 in Breast augmentation, Breast implants, Saline implants, Silicone implants, Smooth surfaced implants, Textured surfaced implants

There are many decisions to be made when contemplating breast augmentation surgery such as implant size, shape, projection type, placement behind or in front of the muscle and saline versus silicone. Another factor to consider is the surface characteristics of… Read More

What Causes Saline and Silicone Breast Implants to Rupture?

Posted on May 19, 2009 in Breast augmentation, Breast implants, Saline implants, Silicone implants

Although breast implants can be very durable, given enough time, they do not last forever. Over time, the cumulative effects of normal intrinsic and extrinsic “wear and tear” will affect the strength and integrity of the implant shell. Silicone implants… Read More