Breast Implants on Long Island

What are Breast Implants?

A surgical procedure called breast augmentation involves the use of breast implants. Long Island is home to many qualified and skilled cosmetic surgeons specializing in this procedure. Breast implants are used to lift sagging or drooping breasts, correct asymmetries, or restore the contour of the breast after pregnancy or nursing.

What are the Types of Breast Implants?

Implant manufacturers occasionally introduce new styles and types of breast implants, but the two most popular options are saline and silicone implants.

Saline Breast Implants: Saline breast implants can be filled with varying amounts of saline, which is sterile salt water. The amount of saline determines the shape, firmness and feel of the breast. If the shell of saline breast implants leaks, the implant will collapse and the saline will be absorbed by the body.

Silicone Breast Implants: Silicone breast implants are filled with an elastic gel that feels and moves much like natural breast tissue. If silicone breast implants leak, they do not collapse; the gel can either stay within the implant shell or escape into the implant pocket.

The type and size of the breast implants to be used on each individual is determined by the breast anatomy, skin elasticity, and body type as well as the individual's desired increase in size.

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