NATRELLE Silicone-Filled Breast Implants
Allergan provides two lines of round silicone-filled breast implants: NATRELLE® Silicone-Filled Breast Implants and NATRELLE INSPIRA® Breast Implants. These implants contain different types of silicone gel to offer varying levels of firmness and support.
Types of NATRELLE® Breast Implants
- NATRELLE® Silicone-Filled Breast Implants contain Responsive silicone gel.
- NATRELLE INSPIRA® Breast Implants offer three gel options:
- Responsive silicone gel (NATRELLE INSPIRA® Responsive Breast Implants)
- SoftTouch silicone gel (NATRELLE INSPIRA® SoftTouch Breast Implants)
- Highly Cohesive silicone gel (NATRELLE INSPIRA® Cohesive Breast Implants)
Each gel type varies in firmness, allowing patients to choose an implant that aligns with their aesthetic goals and personal preferences.
Understanding Breast Implants
Purpose of Breast Implants
Breast implants enhance breast size or restore lost volume due to factors such as pregnancy, weight loss, or aging. During pregnancy, milk glands temporarily enlarge, stretching the skin. Similarly, rapid weight loss and natural aging contribute to changes in breast shape. While implants increase breast size, they may not fully address sagging or drooping caused by these factors.
Additional Procedures for Optimal Results
To achieve a more lifted appearance, surgeons often recommend procedures like mastopexy (breast lift) alongside augmentation. Discussing all available options with a qualified surgeon ensures a customized approach that meets individual needs.
Key Topics Covered in This Guide
This document provides essential information on:
- Considering Silicone Gel-Filled Breast Implant Surgery
- Benefits and Risks of Breast Implants
- Surgical Considerations for Breast Augmentation
- Follow-Up Examinations
- Allergan’s Clinical Study Results
- Additional Information and Resources
Composition of Silicone Gel-Filled Implants
A silicone gel-filled breast implant consists of a silicone elastomer (rubber) shell filled with silicone gel. Allergan offers three types of silicone gel fillers:
- Responsive silicone gel: The softest option, providing a more natural feel.
- SoftTouch silicone gel: Offers moderate firmness, balancing softness and shape retention.
- Highly Cohesive silicone gel: The firmest option, designed to maintain structure and minimize rippling.
By selecting the appropriate gel type, patients can customize their augmentation results based on their desired look and feel.
This guide focuses on round implants filled with each of these three gel types, providing comprehensive insights into their benefits and considerations.
