Research Notes on Dangers of Silicone Implants
Although a November 2006 ruling by the FDA approved silicone gel filled breast implants made by two companies (Allergan Corp., formerly named Inamed Corp., and Mentor Corp), many women as well as doctors are still skeptical that silicone is safe. If you are contemplating breast augmentation, it may be helpful to get several opinions from different surgeons performing the procedure before deciding which type is right for you.
Top Resources on Dangers of Silicone Implants
- Los Angeles Times: Silicone Implants -- They're Still Dangerous
- ABC News: Hopes for Silicone Implants May Have Been Over-Inflated
- New York Times: Do My Breast Implants Have a Warranty?
- U.S. Food and Drug Administration: Breast Implants - Potential Local Complications and Reoperations
- American Society of Plastic Surgeons: Breast Reconstruction Not as Safe For Obese Patients
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