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Gummy Bear Breast Implant: Top 10 Things to Know

Gummy bear breast implants have become a popular choice in breast implant type for women considering breast augmentation. Also known as silicone cohesive gel breast implants, the gummy bear breast implant gets its popular name because of its consistency. With a very dense, high-strength silicone consistency, this implant resembles the common gummy bear candy.

Approved by the FDA in November of 2006, the silicone cohesive gel breast implant has quickly risen in terms of popularity. Besides the benefits to its look and feel, the gummy bear breast implant may be more durable and less likely to rupture than saline breast implants.

Gummy Bear Breast Implants Top 10 List of Things To Know

Appearance. One of the main advantages to this type of breast implant is that due to the consistency of the solidified gel, gummy bears tend to make the breast look natural. They hold their shape in a way that saline cannot. The are not likely to wrinkle and fold over time, and much less apt to ripple. Due to their composition they will tend to remain in an upright position and are less likely to sag.

Touch. Many women will report that this is one of the biggest advantages. The cohesive silicone gel feels more natural to the touch than a saline implant. Additionally, they do not have the occasional sloshing sound that a saline breast implant can have.

Consistency. The density of the silicone composition makes the implant feel much more like the natural tissue of your breast.

What’s it made of? Gummy bear breast implants are made of a solidified silicone gel. Silicone breast implants were approved by the FDA in November 2006 after years of study and silicone breast implant trials.

Rupture. If this type of implant ruptures it will actually hold itself together, whereas a saline breast implant will leak and shrink over a period of a few days. Unlike the original silicone breast implants, this generation now has a thick outer shell and due to its consistency is less likely to leak.

Incision Methods. The size and make up of this implant makes your choice in terms of incision method more limited. Your scars will be a bit larger so that the doctor will have room to place the implant. Importantly, the popular belly button incision method (transumbilical) is not a possibility with gummy bears. Gummy bears can be inserted through the nipple, under the breast, or through the armpit.

Durability. Only time will tell since this type of implant is relatively new to the market but the results so far are very promising.

Downside. Perhaps the biggest downsides to this type of breast implant are the costs and the limitations in incision methods. The cost today is approximately one-thousand dollars more than a saline breast implant. The possibility of a larger scar from the incision and the inability to perform belly button insertion may be a deterrence for some women.

Ask your doctor. Are silicone gel breast implants right for me? How many breast augmentations have you performed with gummy bear breast implants? What do your patients say are the benefits? What will my scar look like?

Breast Implant Size. Gummy bear breast implants are available in a wide variety of breast implant sizes. Depending upon what your goal in breast size is you may choose from sizes as small as 100cc all the way up to 1000cc. Whether you are looking to have breast augmentation to increase your bra size by one cup (approximately 150cc), two cups (300cc to 350cc), three cups or more, you will find a cohesive gel breast implant that will fit your goal size.

Breast Implant Size

As you decide upon your breast implant size it is important to note that this is one of the most critical decisions you will make. Studies show that the most common reasons women go back to their doctor for a second or third breast augmentation procedure is simply to change their breast implant size.

If you choose gummy bear breast implants you will be investing a significant amount of money, time, along with some risk. The latest industry buzz is around helping women choose their breast implant size appropriately the first time to avoid subsequent surgeries.

The latest innovation to help you choose is called The Purlz Breast Sizing System. This system actually allows you to experience various breast implant sizes over a period of time. The past methods such as the rice bag test have proven deficient in the most recent studies. By taking some time to wear these breast sizers you will experience the thoughts, emotions, and feelings associated with various breast implant sizes.

To learn more about gummy bear breast implants and The Purlz Breast Sizing System, visit http://www.LwGatz.com

What’s Involved With a Breast Lift?

 

A breast lift is a cosmetic surgery procedure designed to help women regain a more youthful breast contour. Breast lift lets women enhance the appearance of their breasts and achieve a fuller look while improving their overall body contour. This procedure is especially beneficial for women whoâ??ve been through pregnancy or are experiencing the effects of aging.

The Breast Lift Procedure

 

Basically, the breast lift surgery is designed to minimize sagging. By lifting and reshaping each breast, your cosmetic surgeon is able reposition the breasts to a more attractive and comfortable shape. Breast lift is a great way for women with large or small breasts who are self-conscious about how aging, genetics or pregnancy has affected their breast appearance. During the surgery, an incision is hidden in the areola and underneath the breast. Excess skin is removed, the areola is repositioned, and the size of the areola may be reduced as well.

 

The Best Time to Have a Breast Lift

 

The best candidates for the breast lift procedure are not planning on being pregnant in the future, are in good health, and want to combat effects of pregnancy or aging through breast reshaping. Remember also that excessive weight loss can lead to excess skin in the breast area and may encourage sagging, so if you plan on losing a large volume of weight, you may want to wait to have a breast lift. The breast lift procedure can be combined with a breast augmentation for a dramatic breast improvement. Another popular breast combination is breast lift and liposuction for a more toned, rejuvenated cosmetic body change.

 

Your Results

 

It is important to have realistic expectations before moving forward with the breast lift procedures. Patients should understand that a more youthful breast appearance can have positive effects on their self-confidence, but it will not prevent the future effects of aging. Breast lift will also not permanently alter breast shape, position and firmness.

 

Getting Started

If you are wondering what types of results are possible with a breast lift, viewing before and after photos is a great way to get some insight. You can also set up a cosmetic surgery consultation with a skilled cosmetic surgeon to get detailed procedure information and find out if you are a good candidate.

Case Western Reserve awarded $0.5M for study of breast cancer in older women

Case Western Reserve awarded $0.5M for study of breast cancer in older women
Cynthia Owusu, MD, associate professor at Case Western Reserve University and geriatric-oncologist at University Hospitals Case Medical Center, the School’s primary affiliate, has received nearly $500,000 from Susan G. Komen For the Cure to fund a novel three-year study aimed at improving outcomes for older women with newly-diagnosed breast cancer.

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Breast Reduction Surgery – Revision

www.aurora-clinics.co.uk Breast Reduction Surgery – Mr Richards Leading Plastic Surgeon for Aurora Clinics – www.aurora-clinics.co.uk performs revision breast reduction surgery. Breast reduction surgery had been performed 10 years ago which had resulted in asymmetry. In this breast reduction surgery this and the large size of both areolas was addressed. To find out more information on breast reduction surgery please visit our treatment page – http or call 01844 214362

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