Experiences with inflatable implants.

Area of Science:

• Plastic Surgery
• Biomaterials Science

Background:

• Silicone gel-filled breast implants are associated with leakage and free gel migration.
• Patient satisfaction with augmentation mammaplasty is generally high, but implant integrity is a concern.

Purpose of the Study:

• To present a technique for saline-filled augmentation mammaplasty.
• To highlight the advantages of saline implants regarding incision size, hemostasis, and capsular contraction.

Main Methods:

• A series of saline-filled breast augmentations were performed.
• The surgical technique emphasizes a small, inconspicuous incision and superior hemostasis.

Main Results:

• The presented technique for saline-filled augmentation mammaplasty results in a small and inconspicuous incision.
• Superior hemostasis was achieved using the described technique.
• Saline implants demonstrate advantages in preventing spherical capsular contraction.

Conclusions:

• Saline-filled breast implants provide a viable option to mitigate risks associated with silicone implant leakage.
• The described surgical technique enhances patient outcomes through minimal scarring and reduced complications.