Silicone Implants in New Jersey & Philadelphia
When you decide to get breast implants at our locations in Princeton, Voorhees, Yardley, and Philadelphia, one of the important choices you’ll make is the type of implant that best fits your goals. While all implants have an outer silicone shell, the inside can be filled with either silicone or saline. Silicone-filled implants come pre-filled with a specific volume and are designed to help achieve the breast size and shape you desire.
What Is Silicone Implants?
Silicone implants are a type of breast implant filled with a cohesive silicone gel designed to closely mimic the look and feel of natural breast tissue. They are commonly chosen by patients seeking a soft, natural appearance with smooth contours.
Silicone implants come in a variety of sizes, profiles, and shapes, allowing for a highly customized result. They are often recommended for patients who want a more natural feel, have less existing breast tissue, or desire subtle enhancement.
Dr. Allison carefully evaluates each patient’s anatomy and goals to determine whether silicone implants are the most appropriate option, ensuring results that look balanced and feel natural.
Benefits of Silicone Implants
Silicone implants are designed with a cohesive, sticky silicone gel that closely mimics the look and feel of natural breast tissue. This makes them an appealing option for patients who want a softer, more natural-feeling result.
- The sticky silicone gel can look and feel more like a woman’s natural breast tissue (as opposed to saline implants)
- In the event of an implant rupture, the gel will not leak into the body as easily as saline
Selecting the right implant type is an important decision. Dr. Allison helps patients understand how silicone implants behave and whether they are the best choice based on individual anatomy, preferences, and long-term goals.
Drawbacks of Silicone Implants
While silicone implants offer many benefits, there are also considerations to keep in mind when choosing this implant type.
- Implant ruptures may be less noticeable because silicone implants do not deflate immediately, unlike saline implants
- A slightly larger incision may be required to place silicone implants since they come pre-filled
Understanding both the benefits and limitations of each implant option is important. Dr. Allison discusses these factors in detail during consultation to help patients make informed decisions that align with their goals and comfort level.
Silicone Breast Implant Risks
Besides implant rupture, there are other risks associated with breast implant surgery:
- Scar tissue forming around the implant (capsular contracture) Infection
- Infection
- Pain
- Breast sensation changes
- Rippling or indentations
- Interference with mammogram readings/results
- General dissatisfaction with the size or appearance of the breasts
Revision surgery may be necessary to replace breast implants; on average implants will last approximately 10 years. The risks associated with implants can be minimized by choosing an experienced and well-trained surgeon and having regular exams to monitor any changes in your breasts.
Silicone Implants & Safety
The use of silicone implants for breast augmentation was banned between 1992 and 2006 by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). During this 14-year timeframe, the FDA ran numerous studies to examine reports of serious complications resulting from ruptured silicone implants, including diseases, chronic fatigue syndrome, and cancer. After deeming silicone implants safe and effective, the FDA lifted the ban in November of 2006 because their research and studies failed to find a connection between silicone implants and serious diseases.
To learn more about silicone implants and available options at our locations in Princeton, Voorhees, Yardley, and Philadelphia, contact us to schedule a free Cosmetic Consultation.
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Scheduling Your Consultation
A consultation is the best way to determine whether silicone implants are right for you. During your visit, Dr. Allison will review your anatomy, discuss implant options, and explain the surgical approach best suited to your goals.
Consultations are available at our locations in Princeton, Voorhees, Yardley, and Philadelphia. You’ll leave with a clear understanding of your options and a personalized plan designed to help you achieve confident, natural-looking results.
Why Choose Dr. David W. Allison
Choosing silicone implants requires careful decision-making and surgical expertise. Dr. David W. Allison, MD, is a board-certified plastic surgeon with extensive experience in breast augmentation and implant-based procedures.
Dr. Allison emphasizes thoughtful implant selection, precise technique, and clear communication. He works closely with each patient to ensure their implant choice aligns with their body structure and long-term aesthetic goals.
With offices in Princeton, Voorhees, Yardley, and Philadelphia, Dr. Allison provides personalized breast augmentation care to patients throughout central and southern New Jersey and the surrounding region.
Take the Next Step Toward Natural-Looking Breast Enhancement
Dr. David W. Allison and his team proudly serve patients in Princeton, Voorhees, Yardley, and Philadelphia, offering personalized breast augmentation with silicone implants. Schedule your consultation today to learn how a customized approach can help you achieve soft, natural-looking results with confidence.
Frequently Asked Questions about Silicone Implants
How do silicone implants feel compared to saline implants?
Silicone implants are designed to feel softer and more similar to natural breast tissue than saline implants.
Are silicone implants safe?
Yes. Modern silicone implants are FDA-approved and widely used. Dr. Allison will discuss safety considerations during your consultation.
Do silicone implants require maintenance?
While silicone implants are long-lasting, regular checkups and imaging may be recommended to monitor implant integrity over time.
Will silicone implants look natural?
When properly selected and placed, silicone implants can provide very natural-looking results, especially in patients with less breast tissue.
What kind of anesthesia is used?
Breast augmentation with silicone implants is typically performed under general anesthesia.