what is breast augmentation?
Inland Empire board-certified plastic surgeon, Dr. Ben Childers, gets a large number of female patients, who are looking to increase the size of their breasts. The go-to procedure is breast augmentation, where he places saline or silicone implants into the natural breasts. The results are breasts that are fuller in size and an improved shape and contour. Women are able to choose which implant type they prefer, along with the size, shape, and texture they desire. Dr. Childers presents all the possible options to his patients in order for them to choose the outcome best suited for their particular needs.
what's the difference between Saline and Silicone?
Saline Breast Implants
Saline breast implants are filled with a sterile saltwater solution and offer no risk to the patient in terms of extracapsular spread or silicone leakage. Saline implants are appealing to many because they generally cost less than silicone implants. In some patients, silicone may be a better option due to the rippling that may occur along the edges of the saline implant that can be visible in thin-chested women. Patients considering saline implants must be at least 18 years-of-age.
Silicone Breast Implants
Silicone breast implants are filled with a gel substance that looks and feels similar to natural breast tissue. They are ideal for women who are thin-chested. Silicone implants are specially engineered so that if the shell should become compromised (a surface crack), the silicone will remain intact within the implant (known as cohesive gel implants). Silicone implant defects are rare and can only be found through an MRI, unlike saline implants which will deflate. Patients must be at least 22 years-of-age to receive silicone implants.
Product Information
Manufacturers
- Saline: MENTOR® or Allergan (branded as Natrelle®)
- Silicone: Allergan (branded as Natrelle® Gel), Mentor (branded as MemoryGel®) and Sientra, known simply as Silicone Gel Breast Implants
Profiles
An implant profile depicts the distance the breast will project forward from the chest wall. Implants are made in low, moderate, high and extra high profiles.
Shape
Breast implants come in two shapes. Round implants tend to offer more fullness on the top of the breast, while teardrop implants are touted to mimic the shape and look of natural breasts.
Texture
Breast implants are made with a smooth or textured surface. Round implants can be chosen with either surface, while teardrop implants are made with a textured surface only.
Implant Placement
- Submammary (Subglandular): Under the mammary gland, over the muscle
- Subfascial (Retrofacial): Under the fascia of the muscle
- Dual Plane: Along two planes/layers
- Submuscular (Retromuscular): Mostly under the muscle
- Complete Submuscular (Full retromuscular): Completely under the muscle
Incision Type
- Inframammary: The incision is made in the breast crease where the breast meets the torso
- Periareolar: The incision is made just under and along the areola
- Transaxillary: The incision is made in the armpit
- Transumbilical: The incision is made in the belly button
Breast Augmentation Reviews
I really want to make sure people looking for real people with real experiences get as much out of Yelp as I do. Dr. Childers is beyond fantastic. He completed my original breast augmentation in 2009 and put in 400cc silicone Mentor Mod-Plus profile implants and I loved them. In March, I found out I had a rupture and capsule constriction (I started noticing my right side changing 12 months before) which developed due to the rupture and leaking implant. I immediately went back to Childers. He was able to remove all of the capsule constriction that had developed around the implant and created a beautiful set of twins for me. I am very happy with my results. I switched to 400cc silicone High Profile Mentor implants. The staff is also great and the ladies go above and beyond with help on finances and insurance claims. Again, noticed changes in my breast and tightening for a year before I had the ultrasound. Please ladies, if you ever notice changes, don't let it go a year before you get it checked out like I did.
I had my breast implants removed by Dr Childers, and I have to say, him and his staff made it a great experience. I had my saline implants in for 20 years and one had ruptured. Dr Childers office was able to get it covered by my insurance, which was AMAZING! I have had a lot of mysterious health issues and was not sure if my implants were the culprit and I didn’t want to chance it, so I did not replace. Dr Childers was great about listening to my concerns and was confident he could help me. And he did!!:) I am VERY pleased with my results and would recommend to everyone! You will be in great hands!
I really want to make sure people looking for real people with real experiences get as much out of Yelp as I do. Dr. Childers is beyond fantastic. He completed my original breast augmentation in 2009 and put in 400cc silicone Mentor Mod-Plus profile implants and I loved them. In March, I found out I had a rupture and capsule constriction (I started noticing my right side changing 12 months before) which developed due to the rupture and leaking implant. I immediately went back to Childers. He was able to remove all of the capsule constriction that had developed around the implant and created a beautiful set of twins for me. I am very happy with my results. I switched to 400cc silicone High Profile Mentor implants. The staff is also great and the ladies go above and beyond with help on finances and insurance claims.Again, noticed changes in my breast and tightening for a year before I had the ultrasound. Please ladies, if you ever notice changes, don’t let it go a year before you get it checked out like I did.
I had a breast augmentation done by Dr. Childers. From the consultation, to the surgical center and procedure, and recovery -- everything was 5star. The front desk representative, Denise was welcoming and sweet. Any type of surgery is nerve racking; but I felt that staff tried to minimize the anxiety with their calm presence and relaxed office setting. Dr. Childers was knowledgeable and had great bedside manner. He inquired my preference while providing his expertise recommendations. I ended up selecting silicone 365cc bilateral implants. I had my surgery on a Tuesday afternoon (1pm check in) and was greeted so kindly by all the staff involved with the procedure. My follow up appointment was the following day at 1030 AM. I truly believe (aside from being generally healthy), my quick recovery had a lot to do with Dr. Childer’s approach during surgery. I had NO pain post surgery. Granted, lots and lots of pressure and discomfort, but no pain. I was prescribed Tramadol and only took the narcotic for 1.5 days. I was able to get through with ibuprofen and Tylenol. My post op apmt went smoothly. I have my one week post op apmt tomorrow, and I’ve returned to my daily routine with the exception of exercising. Brisk walking for right now. Anybody who wants to have QUALITY cosmetic surgery, I highly recommend Dr. Childers!
Amazing!! - Dr. Ben Childers! best surgeon I’ve had, he kind, great staff very nice and office is nice and clean too. In 2018, Dr. Childers did an amazing breast reconstruction/lift, where he had to completely redo the areola from a prior bad breast augmentation by another Dr. And removal of my implants then a lumpectomy to remove a tumor. All caused the asymmetrical if my breast to be off. I told him I did not want to replace my implants. And voila! My natural breasts were completely beautifully done. Very happy100%! He’s Amazing! I highly recommend Dr. Childers and most definitely choosing him for another procedure.
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Plan Your Procedure
Recovery Time
6-8 weeks
Average Procedure Time
2-4 hours
Procedure Recovery Location
Out-Patient
what to expect following breast augmentation
Breast augmentation is performed under general anesthesia in an accredited surgical facility and typically takes between 1-2 hours to complete. It is considered an outpatient procedure. After surgery, patients will need to rest for a couple of days, but will be encouraged to move around in order to promote circulation. As the skin adjusts to the new breast size, it is normal to feel tightness in the chest area. Patients may resume their normal exercise routines within 4-6 weeks. It typically takes around 6 months for the breasts to fall into their final position. The result is a softer, natural looking breast appearance.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Silicone Safe?
Patients sometimes have concerns about the safety of silicone breast implants because of the attention they received in the media years ago. However, the F.D.A. did approve their safety. In addition, no evidence has ever been found to link silicone breast implants to cancer, auto-immune deficiency disease, or any other illness. Ultimately, 62% of today’s breast augmentation patients choose silicone over saline. For reconstruction cases, they choose them 3 times more often.
Breast Aug or Lift?
Breast augmentation will help with size, but it will not correct sagging. If you are happy with the shape and laxity of your breasts, then implants alone may meet your cosmetic goals. If sagging is what is most bothersome to you, then you may be considered for a breast lift. During your consult, we will determine if you are better suited for breast augmentation, a lift, or a combination of the two.
Risk of Rupture?
Modern engineering creates strong and durable implants. With proper care and regular check-ups, the risks for rupture are rare. If a saline implant does rupture, the solution will be absorbed by the body and the implant will deflate, becoming visibly noticeable. If a silicone implant ruptures, the cohesive gel will stay intact and will not leak into the body. An MRI will be necessary to detect a silicone defect.
How Long do They Last?
Most implants will last about 10 – 15 years. Some can last even longer. If there is no rupture, leakage, deflation, or any other visible defects (such as rippling), then there is no need to change the implant or have any type of secondary surgery.