Often touted as shaped implants or gummy bear implants, these implants retain their original shape when they are placed in an upright position. This decreases the chance that rippling or folding of the implant shell will take place. As well, if the gel implant were to rupture, it would still maintain its natural shape.

The major disadvantage of the cohesive gel implants is that a large incision is required to insert them. The insertion is done by way of the areola, or a fold under the breast. These implants are new to the world of plastic surgery, and they are still considered investigational devices, meaning that they are only available to very select patients who are participating in clinical trials.

In addition, the use of these types of implants is limited to patients of a particular age. As well, the clinical trial patients wishing to undergo breast surgery with cohesive gel implants in must have a MRI as a follow up to the surgery in order to guarantee that there has been no silent rupture of the implants. Keep in mind that these gel implants are only available in clinical trials of breast augmentation, but they do hold potential promise for the future.

Choosing the best type of breast implant material depends upon what you are looking for in your breast augmentation surgery. Speak closely with your Honolulu plastic surgeon, who can professionally help you make the best long-term decision for both your appearance and your health.

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