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HOW CAN YOU BENEFIT FROM GUMMY BEAR IMPLANTS?

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Thinking of having breast augmentation? The medical term for this procedure is augmentation mammoplasty but patients often refer to it slangily as “boob augmentation” or simply “breast aug.” When having breast augmentation, one of your primary concerns may be which type of breast implant will be best suited to achieving your aesthetic goals. There are several types of breast implants available including saline implants, silicone implants, and gummy bear implants. St. Louis’ West County Plastic Surgeons of Washington University will guide you through the process and help you decide whether highly cohesive silicone implants – which have been nicknamed “gummy bear” implants - are your best option.

The Pros and Cons of Gummy Bear Implants

When you’re choosing a filling type, there are some differences in cost, feel, and incision requirements that will need to be considered. Gummy bear implants are composed of a cohesive silicone gel and are renowned for their great aesthetic. They are made up of a silicone shell and silicone gel filling. As they have a denser composition in comparison to traditional silicone implants, gummy bear implants have enhanced form stability. The gel they contain is thicker than traditional silicone implants and they are firm enough to hold their shape even when the implant shell is broken. In fact, they may retain their shape compared to other types of implants. One of the biggest benefits of gummy bear implants is that they have a very natural look and feel. These implants also mimic natural breast contours well.

However, it’s worth noting that a slightly larger incision in the skin is required for the placement of gummy bear implants. These implants are often more expensive than other silicone implant options.

Other Factors to Consider for Breast Augmentation

Choosing between gummy bear implants and traditional saline or silicone implants is far from the only factor you will need to consider for breast augmentation. The following are some of the most common questions patients ask:

• Is it better to get breast implants with fat transfer or implants on their own?
• Do breasts with implants look natural?
• How do you achieve the most natural breast augmentation results?
• Which is better – a round or teardrop breast implant shape?
• What is the average price of breast implants?
• What should you do before and after a breast lift or breast augmentation?

Our team can address all of these questions in detail and discuss any other questions or concerns you may have.

Other Options or Alternatives to Breast Augmentation with Gummy Bear Implants

Are you considering breast augmentation with gummy bear implants? West County Plastic Surgeons also offers other cosmetic breast surgeries, including breast reduction to reduce the size of large breasts and improve body proportions, breast implant revision for replacing or modifying breast implants, and much more. Other body procedures are also available, including tummy tuck surgery to address excess fat and sagging skin on the abdomen and liposuction to treat diet-resistant pockets of fat on specific body areas.