Breast Augmentation (Silicone Gel Implants) Before and After Pictures by Steven S Carp, MD, FACS

Silicone breast implants are a popular option for women looking to augment the size of their breasts. Since improved models were approved by the FDA, many women have achieved their aesthetic goals using these implants. At LocateADoc.com, we have put together this short surgery description to help you understand the benefits of this option over other breast augmentation types. We hope that this information will help you make an informed decision when pursuing cosmetic surgery.

There are many advantages to this type of augmentation option. Silicone is a thick gel that simulates the consistency of natural breast tissue. This provides a more natural look and feel after you recover from surgery. These implants also have less risk of rupturing or leaking. While calcification around the implant can occur, these cases are rare. Most women do not require revision surgery for up to ten years.

The ideal candidates for surgery are healthy, active women over the age of 22. If you are a smoker, you are encouraged to consider quitting for the weeks before the surgery and during recovery. The procedure is done under general anesthesia. Incisions are made underneath the breast. Generally, these implants are placed under the pectoral muscles to ensure stability, but there are other options that you can discuss with your plastic surgery doctor. Initial recovery usually takes up to two weeks. It can take up to six months for full recovery.

If you have further questions about silicone breast implants, we encourage you to browse our silicone before and after pictures to see what successful results look like. Alongside these galleries are others where you can explore what the results of other implant surgery results look like. We also have doctor profiles for you to review. LocateADoc.com has listings of doctors in your area so you can find a preferred office to work with.