Breast Implants: Saline VS Silicone
siabevis
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I have made the decision to get the implants. I have my consultation booked for Monday-Im incredibly excited. I lost 35lbs and much of my body fat percentage went down, resulting in a flat(ter) chest. I need opinions from those who have breast implants. I dont want any negativity asking me "WHY??" or telling me I should not. Its my personal decision and I am asking for advice on what to get, not IF i should get.
Should I go the saline route (which is cheaper) or the silicone route (about $1,000 more expensive)? I have heard that with silicone, the breasts are more realistic looking and feeling and that gravity (pregnancy and breastfeeding) wont affect them. With saline, Ive heard that they are more fake looking and that they cause "ripples" in the skin between the boobs and dont last as long. Im going under the armpit and under the muscle. I just need to figure out which one to get, which of course the doctor will explain but I want a womans point of view whos actually had them!
Im about a large B cup now, wanting either a large C or small D.
And how was recovery? Bad? Good? Ok?
I know that I wont be able to workout for a while
Thanks for your input!!
Should I go the saline route (which is cheaper) or the silicone route (about $1,000 more expensive)? I have heard that with silicone, the breasts are more realistic looking and feeling and that gravity (pregnancy and breastfeeding) wont affect them. With saline, Ive heard that they are more fake looking and that they cause "ripples" in the skin between the boobs and dont last as long. Im going under the armpit and under the muscle. I just need to figure out which one to get, which of course the doctor will explain but I want a womans point of view whos actually had them!
Im about a large B cup now, wanting either a large C or small D.
And how was recovery? Bad? Good? Ok?
I know that I wont be able to workout for a while
Thanks for your input!!
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The same thing happened to me. But I dont want implants I want a lift. Would they have to instert anything to lift them or just cut excess skin? Im confused as to how that goes.0
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This is who Im using: http://www.theplasticdoc.com/0
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Interested in before and after pics (being sensible here), only bc it crossed my mind too...0
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My friend lost 50lbs. She had a boob lift. The result was excellent, she did not like the idea of having something foreign in her body. She can even get away without wearing a bra.0
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My friend lost 50lbs. She had a boob lift. The result was excellent, she did not like the idea of having something foreign in her body. She can even get away without wearing a bra.
Did a lift make them 'look' bigger at all?0 -
Interested in before and after pics (being sensible here), only bc it crossed my mind too...
yeah of course Id post before after... let me see if i can find a pic of how flat chested i am now...0 -
I know someone who got them and they said the pain afterwards was like having a small elephant sitting on your chest, but if you were thinking about saline because of the cost, since they don't last as long you will have to get them redone sooner. Its hard to tell which ones really look more natural, I guess you could try to find pics and compare, but I think the biggest factor in how they will look when they are done, is the caliber of the doctor (and I guess how big you go, going form an A cup to a DD will never look to natural on anyone).
A cool thing about the silicone implants, they can save your life. Have you ever heard the story of the woman who was fishing and got speared in the chest by a marlin? Had it not been for the protection of her silicone implant, she could have been injured much worse and died before they could get her to a hospital.0 -
They look bigger here because they are pushed somewhat up and in a small top. I tried lol. I want more of a CLEAVAGE. I dont want to go crazy big. Just a little bit bigger. They are also not the same size, which of course most boobs arent.0 -
I know someone who got them and they said the pain afterwards was like having a small elephant sitting on your chest, but if you were thinking about saline because of the cost, since they don't last as long you will have to get them redone sooner. Its hard to tell which ones really look more natural, I guess you could try to find pics and compare, but I think the biggest factor in how they will look when they are done, is the caliber of the doctor (and I guess how big you go, going form an A cup to a DD will never look to natural on anyone).
A cool thing about the silicone implants, they can save your life. Have you ever heard the story of the woman who was fishing and got speared in the chest by a marlin? Had it not been for the protection of her silicone implant, she could have been injured much worse and died before they could get her to a hospital.
Haha thats awesome! I guess it was the silicone gel? Thats cool...0 -
An aquaintance of mine owns a small strip club. Silicone wins.0
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Mine were saline, but I had them done 7 years ago when silicone wasn't back in yet 100% safe...but if/when I get them redone I will get the silicone. As far as the feel of them they are fine, I had them done under the muscle. The only thing I don't do is workout my chest other than pushups.0
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Mine were saline, but I had them done 7 years ago when silicone wasn't back in yet 100% safe...but if/when I get them redone I will get the silicone. As far as the feel of them they are fine, I had them done under the muscle. The only thing I don't do is workout my chest other than pushups.
Oh gosh same here. I dont care about chest workouts!0 -
SILICONE! honestly, why would you get ugly looking fake boobs when you can have real looking fake boobs? youre aleady spending tons of money, so why not go realistic so people wont have to guess if theyre fake or not0
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SILICONE! honestly, why would you get ugly looking fake boobs when you can have real looking fake boobs? youre aleady spending tons of money, so why not go realistic so people wont have to guess if theyre fake or not
THANKYOU!!
Now.. HOW BIG lol. I have a small petite frame. 0 -
I had silicon implants about 6 years ago, I dont think in the UK they use saline at all? My clinic didnt anyways. But I am very happy with them. Going from a 30/32a to 30/e/32dd and very very happy. They are very natural. I cant remember what the pain was like very much, but I know that it was bearable. Obivously it hurts after for a little while, but you just need to rest and take good care of them. I still wear sports bras to bed every night to keep them where they should be!!
Feel free to ask any more questions or message.
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Did any of u guys get pregnant or breastfeed with implants? If so, how did that affect your implants? Im getting exciteddddddddd!0
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Sorry no to both, but I swear the surgeon said it would still probably be ok to breastfeed.0
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Most women can still breast feed after implants. Go silicone. When it comes to cosmetic surgeries you should never cut corners to save a few bucks. Do it right the first time.
I haven't done the boobs yet, but I have had a modified tummy tuck and a chin implant. I'm happy with my C cups, but I would like a lift. Generally with a lift you lose some size, so I may end up with the silicone someday too.0 -
Most women can still breast feed after implants. Go silicone. When it comes to cosmetic surgeries you should never cut corners to save a few bucks. Do it right the first time.
I haven't done the boobs yet, but I have had a modified tummy tuck and a chin implant. I'm happy with my C cups, but I would like a lift. Generally with a lift you lose some size, so I may end up with the silicone someday too.
thankyou! will choose silicone!0 -
I know next to nothing but really want a lift and implant, so thank you for posting this thread and thank you to the ladies that responded.
I did have a friend when I was 19 who had implants. She had the J-Lo thing going for her before, nice rounded booty and A cup boobs. She went up to a C cup and until it slipped out at a party one night, I never guessed they were fake...she had the most perfect hour glass figure and they looked normal to me0 -
I know next to nothing but really want a lift and implant, so thank you for posting this thread and thank you to the ladies that responded.
I did have a friend when I was 19 who had implants. She had the J-Lo thing going for her before, nice rounded booty and A cup boobs. She went up to a C cup and until it slipped out at a party one night, I never guessed they were fake...she had the most perfect hour glass figure and they looked normal to me
LOL slipped out? Uh oh, hope mine wont ever do that haha0 -
my sister-in-law got saline and went from a small A cup to a D. they look huge and disproportionate to her body. make sure you have a reputable surgeon. she said pain was 10X worse than her c-sections. my mom's friend got silicone and it started leaking. didn't cause her any harm, just was lopsided until she got it fixed. went to saline. GL with whatever you decide. 0
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Well having watched enough porn to see it, saline implants IMO aren't as natural looking. I've also felt the difference on females who have had both saline and silicone implants (my clients trust me!!!) and the silicone feels much more natural. And get the C IMO. Having worked with Fitness and Figure models, D's look unnatural and the idea to implants is not to look unnatural.I have made the decision to get the implants. I have my consultation booked for Monday-Im incredibly excited. I lost 35lbs and much of my body fat percentage went down, resulting in a flat(ter) chest. I need opinions from those who have breast implants. I dont want any negativity asking me "WHY??" or telling me I should not. Its my personal decision and I am asking for advice on what to get, not IF i should get.
Should I go the saline route (which is cheaper) or the silicone route (about $1,000 more expensive)? I have heard that with silicone, the breasts are more realistic looking and feeling and that gravity (pregnancy and breastfeeding) wont affect them. With saline, Ive heard that they are more fake looking and that they cause "ripples" in the skin between the boobs and dont last as long. Im going under the armpit and under the muscle. I just need to figure out which one to get, which of course the doctor will explain but I want a womans point of view whos actually had them!
Im about a large B cup now, wanting either a large C or small D.
And how was recovery? Bad? Good? Ok?
I know that I wont be able to workout for a while
Thanks for your input!!0 -
C should be plenty on your petite frame.
They look bigger here because they are pushed somewhat up and in a small top. I tried lol. I want more of a CLEAVAGE. I dont want to go crazy big. Just a little bit bigger. They are also not the same size, which of course most boobs arent.0 -
C should be plenty on your petite frame.
They look bigger here because they are pushed somewhat up and in a small top. I tried lol. I want more of a CLEAVAGE. I dont want to go crazy big. Just a little bit bigger. They are also not the same size, which of course most boobs arent.
Thankyou I cant wait to try the sizes on 0 -
I used the same Doctor about 14 yrs ago for my implants. At the time only saline was available. Did everything that he suggested and my recovery was quick and not as painful as most. Would recommend these Doctors to anyone considering implants. Good Luck!!0
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I also wouldn't go higher than C. I have a 32C and mine are 330cc. I can still fit in size small shirts, and I can go either way. Most people wouldn't know I have them unless I have them "on display". LOL The smaller and more petite you are, the dumber they look if they are too big IMO.0
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I spent aroun 3800 on my saline. Saline implants are filled to a precise size by your doctor. This gives him the ability to produce a better result. Mine were the "high profile" breast implant...have the lowest base width coverage but the most outward projection, creating a very attractive, sexy look. Silicone implants do not allow for this; all silicone implants come pre-filled in manufacturer standardized sizes. Saline actually allows you to more precisely control the look you want, since your doctor chooses the fill amount instead of factory standardized silicone implant sizing. Saline implant shells are inserted first and then filled, resulting in minimal incision scarring compared to silicone. Another reason I got saline is because they are Safer. If a saline implants leak, the sterile saline solution is absorbed by the body without harm.. Saline implant leakage is also easy to detect as it results in a quick deflation of the implant. Silicone implants leak slowly, because the gel is thicker. This makes leakages much harder to detect, which is particularly harmful because silicone can migrate to other parts of the body if the leakage is not caught in time. saline implants are lighter than silicone implants of the same size....and after getting mine done I am glad I went this route bc on some days they hurt my back!
& SALINE IMPLANTS DO NOT LOOK FAKE! I have very few ppl even ask if I have had mine done...if you didn't know me you wouldn't even know I had a boob job. Women getting 700cc and lower implants shouldn’t be concerned about looking “fake” (unless you desire the “Pam” look, of course). I went from a full 34 B to a 34 D, sometimes DD.My implant size was 380 CC, Right filled to a volume of 380CC and 450CC in my left...my right was smaller pre surgery..
TIP: Do not listen to anyone who tells you to go a little bigger or even the DR. I have several friends who only went a few CC's up and they look very misproportioned. The DR tried getting me to go bigger, but I said no I didn't want mine to be so noticeable...just to look better in shirts and baithing suits...and I am so glad that I didn't listen bc looking at them now, somedays I even think I wish I went smaller...If you are petite they are hard to get used to..I feel like I am chubbier now, when i am not..lol
Also, my recovery was horrible. Either I am a tit when it comes to pain or I just didn't know what was coming. I have never been in so much pain in my life. LOL My boyfriend would literally have to come to the room and lift me uo because I couldn't use any of my upper body strength or I would SCREAM bloody murder! LOL...I got mine done on a Thursday and went to class on Monday....but it didn't take me till probably 1 or 2 weeks to feel like I could go bra shopping and not wear the comfortable bra they provided. lol
SO MY OPINION IS SALINE!!!!!!!0 -
I have a pic in a pink bathing suit on my profile if you would like to see. Everyone says mine look very natural...0
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SILICONE! honestly, why would you get ugly looking fake boobs when you can have real looking fake boobs? youre aleady spending tons of money, so why not go realistic so people wont have to guess if theyre fake or not
Mine aren't "ugly looking fake boobs" I have so many compliments on mine when I have to tell someone I paid for them. So..I don't know what you are referring to as ugly.0
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