The Use of Silicone in Implants
April 23rd, 2009 | by admin |Next to oxygen, silicone is the most found element on the Earth today. Silicon is an element that occurs naturally in sand, quartz and rock and when mixed with hydrogen, oxygen and carbon, it creates silicone. Implant companies today that specialize in silicone implants make sure to have 3 separate layers of shell surrounding the silicone gel. This is to protect against leaks if one of the layers happens to be punctured. Because of the multiple layers of the shell, the implant will feel more firm and less like a natural breast from implants past, although they will still feel soft and relatively normal. Because these implants made from silicone come already filled (vs. saline implants which are filled once the shell is inserted in the breast), the incision in your breast will be a bit larger. Your plastic surgeon will work diligently to make sure that your scars are not very visible, often times, making the decision around the areola of the nipple.
