Breast Implants in Plano, TX | Richard Y. Ha, MD

Silicone Implants: Safety and FDA Approval

After a 14-year restriction, silicone breast implants received FDA approval in December 2006. Initially removed from the market in 1992 due to health concerns, extensive scientific studies revealed no significant association between silicone implants and alleged adverse health claims.

Comprehensive Implant Research

Multiple scientific investigations conclusively demonstrated:

• No significant increase in cancer or auto-immune diseases
• No evidence of toxic reactions to silicone
• Invalidation of the "silicone poisoning" concept

Silicone vs. Saline: Understanding Your Options

Many plastic surgeons prefer silicone breast implants for their superior aesthetics and natural appearance. The carefully scrutinized medical devices offer women expanded choices in breast augmentation with enhanced peace of mind.

Important Considerations

Patients should understand that implants carry weight and can impact skin elasticity over time. Factors such as genetics and individual breast quality influence long-term outcomes.

Surgical Procedure and Recovery

Breast augmentation is typically a day surgery lasting 30 minutes to an hour. Implants can be placed sub-muscularly or sub-mammarily, with recovery generally allowing patients to resume normal activities within 2 to 7 days.

Potential Complications

• Implant rupture or failure
• Implant migration or malposition
• Abnormal scarring
• Aesthetic healing challenges

Long-Term Implant Management

Similar to maintaining a vehicle, breast implants require periodic assessment. Typically, implants last 10 to 15 years before potential replacement might be necessary due to shell weakening or aesthetic changes.

For more information about Breast Implants in Plano, TX, submit an enquiry to Richard Y. Ha, MD.