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(HealthNewsDigest.com) – Although breast augmentation surgery has somewhat slipped in its popularity, having dropped by seven percent from 2012, it still remains one of the most popular cosmetic treatments, followed by rhinoplasty, liposuction, blepharoplasty and facelifts, and is still quite popular at the office of Dr. Max Polo, one of the best plastic surgeons in Miami. It may come as a surprise to some that that silicone has returned as a viable option regarding breast implants.
For over 14 years patients have only been able to accept saline implants as silicone was deemed unsuitable for use in breast augmentation back in 1992. After new findings in 2006 showed that there was no direct evidence showing that silicone posed a health risk to patients, the use of silicone has steadily increased over the last few years. What are the reasons for choosing silicone over saline? Silicone implants feel closer to the real thing and give a more natural impression when touched. Silicone implants also show less wrinkling as compared to saline implants. That said, there are still some downsides to choosing silicone implants. The first is that a larger incision has to be made to insert the implant, which can possibly leave a larger scar. Also, if a silicone implant ruptures, there is often no direct indication that such as happened. This is an occurrence that is not terribly likely, but it has been known to happen. However, even now a new form of breast augmentation is beginning to appear in the form of fat grafting, which uses the patient’s own tissue harvested from other areas of the body.
This method is still untested and is currently not as permanent as silicone or saline implants. Patients looking to know more are encouraged to set up an appointment for a consultation with Dr. Polo, who will be happy to explain your possible options. You can reach his office by calling (305) 666-1352 or by visiting http://www.poloplasticsurgery.
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