Breast Augmentation, San Diego, with Mentor Breast Implants

Why We Use Mentor Breast Implants

Plastic surgeons in the U.S. have two main choices of manufacturers for silicone and saline breast implants that are FDA approved. Two companies—Mentor (a Johnson & Johnson company) and Allergan—make excellent products, but we believe Mentor’s are better. All of our board certified plastic surgeons use Mentor implants almost exclusively. They are also made in the U.S.A.

Silicone or Saline: It’s Your Choice

Since the FDA approval of a new generation of silicone gel breast implants, we now have more choices in breast enlargement, breast lift with implant procedures, and breast implant replacement.

If you prefer saline implants, our board certified plastic surgeons recommend Mentor implants exclusively for the following important reasons:

• Mentor’s implants have a lower deflation rate, which reduces the need for secondary surgery due to deflation.
• We prefer the shell (the outer edge) of the Mentor implants because
  • They are less likely to wrinkle and show under your skin when implanted.
  • We’ve found that you are less likely to be able to feel the edges of Mentor implants once they are implanted (i.e, they are less palpable).

Despite the fact that we believe Mentor implants are better, you must understand that all saline implants can occasionally leak, wrinkle, or be palpable.

Differences Between Silicone and Saline Implants

The following chart outlines the differences between silicone and saline breast implants. Please contact us if you have questions.

Silicone MemoryGel® Breast Implants	Saline-Filled Breast Implants
√ FDA Approved	√ FDA Approved
Implant Filling Filled with Silicone Gel. Mentor’s MemoryGel® holds together uniformly while retaining the natural feel of breast tissue.	Implant Filling Filled with a Saltwater Solution. Like the fluid that makes up most of the human body, saline has a slightly firmer feel than silicone gel.
Fill Volume Set fill volume, so the surgeon cannot adjust the volume.	Fill Volume Flexible fill volume, so the surgeon can adjust the volume during the procedure.
Projection Options Three options: Moderate, Moderate Plus, High Profile (see images below)	Projection Options Three options: Moderate, Moderate Plus, High Profile
Shell Surfaces There are two surfaces available: Smooth or textured	Shell Surfaces There are two surfaces available: Smooth or textured
Incision Size Slightly larger incision size	Incision Size Smaller incision size
Warranty Covered by Mentor’s Standard or Enhanced Advantage Limited Warranty and lifetime replacement policy.	Warranty Covered by Mentor’s Standard or Enhanced Advantage Limited Warranty and lifetime replacement policy.

Three Profile Choices to Fit Your Body Type

Both saline and silicone gel breast implants come in three profiles: moderate, moderate plus, and high profile. Your plastic surgeon will examine and talk to you at your implant sizing and shaping appointment to recommend the breast implant profile that will best help you achieve your goals.

Moderate	Moderate Plus	High Profile

Learn More about Breast Implants

• The Curves Connection: Breast Implant Sizing and Imaging
• San Diego Breast Enlargement Information
• Before and After Photos of San Diego Breast Enlargement
• Considering Breast Enlargement?