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Breast implants
are medical devices with a solid silicone, rubber shell.
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implant shell may be filled with either saline solution (sterile
salt water) or elastic silicone gel. Both saline and silicone
gel breast implants are approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration
(FDA). Approval means that an implant has been rigorously researched
and tested, and reviewed by an independent panel of physicians
for safety. |
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Improving your shape with plastic
surgery can improve your self-confidence and change the
way you are perceived by others. |
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| Breast augmentation is usually done to balance
a difference in breast size, to improve body contour,
or as a reconstructive technique following surgery. |
Incisions are made to keep scars as inconspicuous
as possible, in the breast crease, around the nipple,
or in the armpit. Breast tissue and skin is lifted
to create a pocket for each implant. |
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| The breast implant may be inserted directly under
the breast tissue or beneath the chest wall muscle. |
After surgery, breasts appear fuller and more
natural in tone and contour. Scars will fade with
time. |
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