Breast Augmentation and Liposuction Blog - Dr. Bottger

Women today can choose from different implant types when they elect to undergo breast augmentation surgery. Typically that choice involves silicone versus saline implants.

Advantages of Saline Implants
Saline implants have some advantages over silicone/gel implants. One advantage is that a smaller incision is required for saline implant placement; thus, more incision options present themselves. Since saline implants are filled when they are placed, any asymmetry of the breasts can be addressed at the time of placement by raising or lowering the amount of fluid in the implant.

Disadvantages of Saline Implants today
Some of saline implants’ disadvantages can involve a much more firm feel and an appearance that can sometimes seem less natural. Also, rippling that is apparent to the eye and by touch can sometimes occur with saline implants and be quite considerable. The problem is very unlikely to develop with silicone/gel implants. Thin patients are more likely to experience this effect.

If you live in the Philadelphia, Pennsylvania area and would like to explore which implant type would best meet your needs, please contact the office of Dr. David Bottger at 610.520.1929 today to schedule an appointment.