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New Breast Implants for Cancer Treatment
Many post-cancer patients choose breast implants to reconstruct their breasts following mastectomy, however, a new design works beyond “physical improvement” because it could also reduce the risk of...
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Should You Massage Silicone Breast Implants?
Silicone breast implants are gaining popularity over saline implants because they tend to create a more natural appearance. In fact, about 69 percent of patients have chosen them over the last three...
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Combining the Benefits of Saline and Silicone Breast Implants
In the US, saline and silicone breast implants are the only FDA-approved devices for breast augmentation and reconstruction. Both types have benefits and downsides which must be carefully explained to...
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The First Woman Who Received Silicone Breast Implants
In the spring of 1962, Timmie Jean Lindsey from Houston, Texas received the first silicone breast implants and turned her from B to C cup. Meanwhile, the plastic surgeons who operated on her did not...
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Europe Seeks Tougher Breast Implant Test
With the controversies surrounding French-made PIP breast implants, the European Union is seeking tougher tests and inspections for these devices in an effort to protect consumers from substandard...
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Are Sientra Breast Implants Better?
Just recently, the US Food and Drug Administration has approved a new brand of silicone breast implant; the device, which is made by California-based Sientra, can be used in breast reconstruction...
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