If you’re considering a breast augmentation (also known as a boob job), then you’re likely looking into different types of Houston breast implants for your surgery. There are many different options to choose from. One increasingly popular option is the gummy bear implant. Let’s talk about what this type of breast implant is and why it may work well for your breasts. 

What are Gummy Bear Houston Breast Implants?

Gummy bear breast implants are a type of implant used for breast augmentation. These Houston breast implants are made of a thick silicone shell and filled with a cohesive silicone gel. Their technical name is cohesive silicone gel implants. Obviously that name is a bit of a mouth full, so most people call them by their nickname, gummy bear implants. They get their name because they are semi-solid and retain their shape, even when cut in half, similar to how a gummy bear does when you bite into it. 

All gummy bear Houston breast implants currently on the market are teardrop shaped, also known as naturally shaped. This shape mimics the natural contours of the breast by being fuller near the bottom, rather than being completely round. 

Also, most gummy bear implants use a textured exterior to help keep them in place. With textured breast implant shells, there may be less risk of the implant moving or rotating, as the breast tissue fills in these textured spaces. Many describe this like velcro to keep the implant in place. 

Of course, gummy bear implants aren’t the right choice for everyone. It’s important to work with your surgeon to determine which options are right for you based on your health, breasts, and desired results. Let’s discuss some of the pros and cons of gummy bear implants. 

Pros & Cons of Gummy Bear Implants

All breast implants come with pros and cons. That’s why it’s so important to have a consultation with your surgeon before Houston cosmetic surgery. This not only helps you pick the right surgeon for your procedure, but also helps you and the surgeon determine how to customize the procedure to you. So, talk to your surgeon about your specific circumstances and whether gummy bear implants are right for you. 

They do come with many important benefits. These Houston breast implants retain their shape better than saline or even traditional silicone implants. They also use a strong outer layer, which may reduce the risk of ruptures. The textured exterior may also help reduce the risk of capsular contracture, which is an overgrowth of scar tissue around the breast implant. 

Gummy bear breast implants tend to have a firmer texture than saline implants, which some women love and others hate. Another thing to think about is the shape. These implants are only available in teardrop shapes, which, once again, some prefer and some don’t. 

When it comes to the cons of gummy bear implants, one is that when teardrop implants rotate, they can make the breasts look misshapen until your surgeon can correct the issue. In addition, these implants do typically require a larger incision for Houston cosmetic surgery. Also, because the cohesive gel stays together, it may be harder to tell if you do experience an implant rupture. Our team can walk you through the benefits and risks of these implants and the breast augmentation surgery based on your individual circumstances during your Houston plastic surgery consultation. 

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