Silicone Breast Implants

Silicone Breast Implants in Fort Worth and Weatherford, TX

silicone breast implants

Improve Profile and Size While Preserving a Natural Feel

Silicone breast implants remain one of the most popular options for breast augmentation because they provide a soft feel, smooth contours, and a wide range of customization possibilities. At Fort Worth Plastic Surgery, silicone implant breast augmentation is performed by board-certified plastic surgeons Dr. Robert G. Anderson and Dr. Mark A. Daniels.

What Are Silicone Breast Implants?

Silicone breast implants consist of a silicone outer shell filled with a cohesive silicone gel that is designed to maintain its shape while providing a natural feel. They are FDA-approved for patients 22 years of age and older. Silicone implants are available in numerous sizes, dimensions, and projection profiles.

Fort Worth Plastic Surgery offers Natrelle® Gel silicone implants from Allergan. They are available in a variety of profiles and sizes, allowing our surgeons to customize your breast augmentation based on chest dimensions, existing breast tissue, and the level of fullness you hope to achieve.

Benefits of Silicone Breast Implants

Softer Implant Feel

Many patients say that silicone implants closely resemble the consistency of natural breast tissue. This characteristic is often one of the primary reasons patients choose silicone over saline.

Reduced Visible Rippling

Patients with thinner tissue coverage may be more susceptible to visible implant edges or rippling. Silicone implants help create a smoother transition between the implant and surrounding tissue.

Natural Contours

Silicone implants are frequently selected for their ability to create gradual contour changes throughout the breast. This can be particularly beneficial for patients seeking enhancement that blends naturally with their existing anatomy.

Multiple Projection Options

Implant projection plays a significant role in a patient’s final appearance after breast augmentation surgery. Silicone implant options are available in a range of profiles, allowing for extensive personalization.

Long-Term Shape Stability

Gel implants are designed to maintain their shape over time while remaining flexible. This combination of structure and softness contributes to their popularity.

Breast Augmentation before and after photo by Fort Worth Plastic Surgery in Fort Worth, TX

Silicone vs. Saline Implants

Both silicone and saline implants can produce excellent breast augmentation results, but there are important differences between the two.

Silicone implants are often chosen because of their softer feel and reduced likelihood of visible rippling. They also produce more natural-looking results. But because silicone implants are pre-filled, they require a slightly larger incision during surgery.

In addition, silicone implant monitoring differs from saline implant monitoring. While saline implant ruptures generally become apparent quickly, silicone implant integrity is evaluated through imaging studies such as ultrasound and MRI.

During your consultation, your surgeon will discuss silicone vs. saline implants in detail and explain how each option aligns with your anatomy, lifestyle, and desired outcome.

Who Is a Good Candidate for Silicone Implants?

Silicone breast implants are great for women who want enhancement with smooth contours, natural movement, and a softer overall feel. They are frequently chosen by patients with less existing breast tissue, as well as those who are particularly concerned about visible implant edges.

Candidates should be in good overall health and have realistic expectations regarding breast augmentation surgery. Because silicone implants are approved for breast augmentation in patients aged 22 and older, younger patients will need to consider alternatives.

Ultimately, implant selection involves more than choosing between silicone and saline. Factors such as body frame, tissue characteristics, skin elasticity, implant projection, and long-term aesthetic goals all play a role in determining the most appropriate implant type.

Silicone Breast Implant FAQs

Do silicone implants come in different projection profiles?

Yes. Silicone implants are available in multiple projection options that influence how far the breast projects from the chest wall.

Can silicone implants help improve asymmetry?

Yes. Silicone implants are commonly used to address differences in breast volume and shape, though the surgical plan depends on the degree of asymmetry present.

How long do silicone breast implants last?

While silicone implants are durable, they are not considered lifetime devices and may eventually require replacement or revision.

How Fort Worth Plastic Surgery Approaches Implant Selection

At Fort Worth Plastic Surgery, implant selection is a detailed planning process rather than a simple sizing decision. During your consultation, Dr. Anderson or Dr. Daniels will assess your chest width, existing breast volume, skin quality, tissue coverage, and desired fullness. These measurements help guide suggestions regarding implant size, profile, and placement while maintaining balance with your overall proportions.

The objective is not simply to choose a larger implant. Instead, every recommendation is made with long-term aesthetics, comfort, and proportion in mind, helping patients achieve results that fit their body both immediately after surgery and for years to come.

Schedule a Consultation

If you are considering silicone breast implants in Fort Worth or Weatherford, Texas, schedule a consultation at Fort Worth Plastic Surgery. Dr. Anderson or Dr. Daniels can help you evaluate your choices and determine whether silicone implants are the right fit for your cosmetic goals.

Silicone Breast Implants

Average Cost
Available upon request
Recovery Time
1-2 Weeks
Avg Procedure Time
1 Hour
Post-Op Follow-Up
1 Week
Recovery Location
Out-Patient
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