The longest and most extensive study to closely examine the risks of silicone and breast cancer concluded that silicone breast implants do not raise the chances of getting breast cancer. In the study, some evidence showed that there was actually a link between silicone implants and a decreased risk of breast cancer. This study, which followed almost 3,500 women who had breast augmentation surgery between 1965 an 1993, was conducted at the Karolinska Institute in Stockholm, Sweden. The study received a lot of media attention and is considered by many to be a clear and credible report because of the longevity of the study, the accuracy of the data reporting systems and the information registry used.

Implants made from silicone were approved by Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for a period of fourteen years. During that time they were the focus of media controversy in the United States because of the public outcry that was based on false claims of disease caused by leaking silicone-based implants. After 1996, the FDA restricted their use to breast reconstruction surgery only. Therein, cosmetic breast enhancements using silicon were banned. That left saline breast implants as the only cosmetic choice between 1982 and 1996.

When you choose a reputable surgical center with board certified plastic surgeons to get silicone breast implants, you do so with confidence knowing that the staff puts your safety first. They will use only the latest and thoroughly tested products and equipment. A center that puts its patient’s safety first increases your chances of having a successful and satisfying procedure with less risk of complications.

During those years that silicone gel implants were banned, several companies did massive amounts of research on the silicone gel used in breast implants. The FDA approved a new variety of implants in November 2006, which are made of a silicone gel which cannot leak even if the implant shell is punctured. It is called MemoryGel or Cohesive Gel, and has a very thick consistency so that it actually sticks to itself and does not run. It has been compared to the texture of a gummy bear.

Silicone implants come in round or teardrop-shaped, textured or smooth, in a variety of different sizes, and with three different incision sites from which to choose. Talk to a board certified plastic surgeon about which type of breast implant will work best with the shape of your body.

Silicone breast implants are now FDA approved and back on the market; safer than ever before. Today, silicone-based implants are designed with state-of-the-art technology to ensure women aren’t exposed to additional risks above and beyond the norm. Many women will not ever consider using silicone due to myths surrounding them and may be missing out on the advantages this material has to offer.

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