Silicone vs. Saline Breast Implants – An Informed Consent

Breast Augmentation is the most common cosmetic surgery procedure in the United States, with, according to the American Society of Plastic Surgeons, over 300,000 procedures performed annually. Currently, there are two types of implants approved for breast augmentation: saline-filled and silicone gel filled implant. The saline (sterile salt water) implant is empty prior to insertion. The implant…