Gummy Bear Breast Implants

Written by Dr. Jean Loftus | 18 November 2009

Vs. Non-Gummy Bear Breast Implants and Saline

Gummy Bears are the candy that are soft and pliable but dont lleak when they are cut in half. This is the name chosen for a type of silicone gel breast implant that behaves similarly. Gummy bear implants are more cohesive (thicker) than regular silicone gel breast implants. The whole idea behind them is to guard against leakage of silicone gel if and when the implant shelll ruptures. This may in turn decrease the risk of capsular contracture. Unfortunately, these hopeful advantages have not yet been proven, but studies are underway. We do know that gummy bear implants are much less likely to ripple or wrinkle than saline, and also less likely than regular silicone. So, if you have silicone gel implants that wrinkle, then gummy bear implants may be for you….someday.

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To Lift or Not to Lift?

Written by Dr. Jean Loftus | 25 October 2009

That is the question.

In fact, that is a really good question. Before answering it, however, I would like to clarify one important point about the difference between breast implants and a breast lift. Breast implants will make your breasts larger, but will not raise the nipples. A lift will raise the nipples (and will often improve the shape of the breasts), but will not change the size of your breasts. This is important, because some women believe that implants can be used in place of a lift…and unfortunately, some plastic surgeons propagate this misperception. At the risk of overstating this: implants do NOT raise the nipples.

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Saline Vs. Silicone Part III

Written by Dr. Jean Loftus | 11 October 2009

Part 3 of 3: Dr. Loftus Ties it all Together and Offers Her Advice

Prior to reading Part 3 of this 3-Part Blog, please read both Part 1 and Part 2 which will make Part 3 even more helpful to you.

The question of saline versus silicone breast implants is critical. It is second only to that of size when making decisions prior to breast augmentation surgery. For some women, the decision is simple; for others it is difficult. Many women seek my advice on this issue…and here it is.

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Saline Vs. Silicone Part II

Written by Dr. Jean Loftus | 29 September 2009

Part 2 of 3: The pros and cons of Silicone Breast Implants

This is Part 2 of a 3-part blog centered on the issue of deciding whether you want saline breast implants or silicone breast implants. Before reading Part 2, please read Part 1 of this blog which focuses on saline breast implants. Part 2 will focus on silicone breast implants. And Part 3 will tie it all together (along with some advice from me) and help you figure our which is best for you.

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Saline Vs. Silicone Part I

Written by Dr. Jean Loftus | 05 July 2009

Part 1of 3: The pros and cons of Saline Breast Implants

This is Part 1 of a three-part blog centered on the issue of deciding whether you want saline breast implants or silicone breast implants. In order to make an informed decision on this very important issue, you first must be very familiar with all of the advantages and disadvantages of saline and silicone breast implants. This part will focus on saline breast implants. Part 2 will focus on Silicone breast implants. And Part 3 will tie it all together and help you figure our which is best for you, with some important tips from me.

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