Question 1

who was the first to develop silicone breast implants?

Accepted Answer

Breast Implant: Drs. Cronin & gerow in 1963.

Question 2

in north dakota can you get silicone breast implants at age 18?

Accepted Answer

Several issues: Why?
You are very young and still growing!
review the long term risks! and some short term also.
 One infection, or misplacement can affect you a lot!

you are likely considered a medical adult but ask!

Question 3

what to do if i am getting breast implants in three weeks i don't know what to get silicone or saline. ?

Accepted Answer

Pros and Cons: Both are acceptable.  For silicone:
PROS:  Less of an edge, so harder to "feel" them when touching breast; no rippling; lighter; "more natural" contour (slopes down at top) -- this varies
CONS:  Require slightly larger incision, not size-adjustable, cost more (about $1000 depending on brand/size/type), requires MRIs in future for breast screening instead of mammograms.
IF YOU ARE NOT SURE -- WAIT!

Question 4

what are the risks and benefits of silicone breast implants?

Accepted Answer

FDA POSITION: This is a long and detailed discussion. While these implants are relatively safe, all surgery carries risksyou may also want to review the fda position statement on this subject: http://www.Fda.Gov/medicaldevices/productsandmedicalprocedures/implantsandprosthetics/breastimplants/default.Htm
the benefits are the improvement in self-esteem and self-confidence that you will feel with your new figure.

Question 5

can i get silicone breast implants at 20 years old?

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Yes, but...: For primary breast augmentation, silicone implants is an fda off label use for women under 22 years of age.  It is not illegal, just not recommended by the fda.

Question 6

how different does saline feel vs silicone breast implants?

Accepted Answer

Varies: In general, silicone implants look, act and feel more natural.  However, it depends on the size of the breast implant and how much native breast tissue a woman has as to how much of the implant you feel.  For example, a woman with an a cup preoperatively who gets a larger implant, the feel is mostly determined by the implant.  If you have larger native breasts and smaller implants, it matters less.

Question 7

why is the age requirement for silicone breast implants 22 years old?

Accepted Answer

FDA: The 22 year old age limit for silicone breast implants was mandated by the fda.

Question 8

which is more effective and hurts less saline or silicone breast implants?

Accepted Answer

For most people: There is not much difference between saline and silicone implants. All implants are wrinkled, but saline seem more wrinkly because they are filled with salt water. Silicone implants are filled with a gel that is thicker, so the wrinkling is not as apparent. This is only an issue in very thin patients, where the wrinkling may be noticeable (but usually not in clothes or a swimsuit.).

Question 9

are saline breast implants safer than silicone? i'm debating which to get.

Accepted Answer

Saline 'rocks": Saline does not cause problems when it "infiltrates" into the body accidently. The only major issue if any is a sudden "rupture" of the implants from a blow to the chest such as a auto accident air bag or steering wheel. Saline is easily absorbed by the body as opposed to silicone. Talk to a plastic surgeon about these choices before you place all your "rocks"($$) into the "barrel".

Question 10

what to do if i want to get breast implants, probably silicone under the muscle. how strong are they?

Accepted Answer

Strong: Implants are strong and stretch when pressured. They break after wearing out over time. Contracture may increase the folding and risk of leak.

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