Types of breast implants: how to choose breast implants - sizes and shapes
Which implants are better? Is it worth choosing more expensive? How reliable are products from different manufacturers? Anatomical or round?
In this article, you will get answers to all your questions from the plastic surgeon and head physician of the clinic - Alexey Ivanovich Droga.
There is a lot of contradictory information on the Internet. Some of it is outdated, while others are simply not true. Many articles are written to boost sales of a particular brand, not to give you objective information.
I face the problem of choosing implants for my patients every day. I answer questions, give recommendations, and can say for sure that only an experienced plastic surgeon can choose the right model and size of breast implants. If you are planning an operation зверніться за консультацією, і ми на місці обговоримо всі питання.
For those who have not yet decided on the operation, I will tell you a little more about breast implants. This will be honest and objective information about breast implants from a plastic surgeon who has been involved in breast augmentation for over 20 years.
Which breast implants are better?
Ukraine currently offers a wide range of implants from different manufacturers - Polytech, Mentor, Silimed, Eurosilicone, and Motiva. All products look similar to each other. Although they are produced in different countries (Germany, Brazil, France, and the USA), their shape and size range are comparable and do not differ in principle. A breast implant is a silicone shell with a special silicone gel inside. Mostly, implants with a textured (rough) shell are used, which reduces the risk of their displacement.
What are the types of breast implants? The design of breast implants
Breast endoprostheses are a high-tech product consisting of a silicone shell and a filler. Their shell is so strong that you can drive a car over it. In addition to the fact that the integrity of the shell is not compromised, the gel shape memory allows the implant to restore its previous shape afterward.
The silicone breast implant is filled with a special cohesive gel. It is this gel that ensures the preservation of the ideal breast shape. The consistency of this gel resembles soft marmalade. This prevents the contents of the breast implant from leaking out even when the shell is cut and ensures additional safety of its use.
How to choose the best implants? Breast implants, service life
When planning an operation, many people wonder if they need to change breast implants. The short answer is no! Leading manufacturers provide a lifetime warranty for such products. This means that you do not have to replace your breast implant. However, in order not to make a mistake with the choice of a breast implant, it is better to contact trusted manufacturers, I can recommend such companies as Polytech, Silimed, Motiva, and Mentor. Even if the product is deformed or damaged for some reason, these manufacturers undertake to replace the damaged implant with a new one, absolutely free of charge.
Anatomical or round breast implants? Which ones to choose?
Typical myths about implants
How to choose breast implants?
First, determine the required size of your breasts.
Most patients are afraid of making their augmentation too big. Therefore, they specify a slightly smaller size. As a result, many girls later regret their choice and eventually come to the idea of replacing the implants with other, larger ones. I advise you to be as sincere as possible in this matter. If the desired size is too big for you, I will tell you about it, and we will choose the one that will most harmoniously match your figure.
Specify the desired shape of the breast implants. Do you want to have teardrop or round-shaped implants? If you need breasts that will look more natural, then the choice should be in favor of the anatomical shape. Round implants are worth taking if you want to get a more lush and sexy shape as a result. By the way, the round shape is better suited for girls who lead a sporty lifestyle. This is because such implants are free from the risk of rotation, so there are no restrictions on extreme sports and other active physical activity. Think, evaluate all the advantages and disadvantages, and compare the final result with round or anatomical breast implants.
What is the cost of breast augmentation surgery with implants?
The cost of breast augmentation surgery в Україні включає кілька складових:
- Expenses for consulting services: examination by a plastic surgeon before and after surgery; hardware and laboratory tests.
- Payment for the work of doctors: surgeon and anesthesiologist, as well as nurses.
- The cost of implants - endoprostheses.
- The cost of staying in the clinic before and after surgery.
- The cost of compression garments: they must be worn after the intervention for some time.
The price depends on the qualifications of the plastic surgeon, the type of implant, the type of surgery, the level of the clinic where it is performed, etc.
The operation takes 40-60 minutes, and further rehabilitation takes about six months.
The cost of implants makes up a significant part of the price of breast augmentation. Their cost is determined by the shape, type of filler, and density. The manufacturer's brand also matters: products of more advanced brands are more expensive. It is very important not to save money when choosing implants. The result of mammoplasty and its long-term preservation directly depends on how high-quality the endoprosthesis is.