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Breast Implant Health Problems
Breast implants are pads of silicone or saline encased in a rubber-like shell. They look like nipple-less falsies and are surgically implanted generally under the pectoralis muscle (located under the breast).
Silicone Gel-filled Implants
In 1992, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) called an immediate halt to silicone breast enlargement. The moratorium did not apply to breast implants that are filled with salt water (saline). This halt resulted from evidence that the devices had been known to...
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F.D.A. recently approves silicone breast implants for Breast Cancer...
The F.D.A.’s recent approval of silicone breast implants for both cosmetic purposes in women 22 and older, and for all women facing... Read more »
Breast Implants: Part 2, Surgery
Once you’ve decided you’re going to have a breast implant; as well as what type, and the specific procedure, it’s time to prepare for... Read more »
Breast Implants: Part 1, Getting Ready
When you’re having a mastectomy, one of the decisions you’ll be asked to make is whether or not you want reconstruction. Many women... Read more »
Breast Implants: Part 4, Further Surgeries and Possible Issues
At last! The long process is over, and you have a brand new breast.You may choose to leave it at that. But most women, for cosmetic... Read more »
Keri's Breast Cancer Story: Keri Notices a New Pain after Completing...
My name is Doug Haberstroh and this is the story of my wife Keri. Keri was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2005. Keri was only 25 years... Read more »
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Breast Reconstruction: Breast Implants
Q. I’m having a mastectomy, and after hearing about the various choices I have for reconstruction, I’ve decided to have an implant. Now I have to... Read more »
Dental Implants
Source: HealthCentral Encyclopedia
Generally, an artificial tooth or bridge attached to the underlying jawbone.Many older Americans have lost some or all of their teeth. For them,... Read more »
Breast reconstruction: implants
Source: ADAM Encyclopedia
Breast implants surgeryRisksRisks for any surgery are:Blood clots in the legs that may travel to the lungsBlood lossBreathing problemsHeart attack or... Read more »
Breast Implants
Source: Breastcancer.org
At a Glance Metal and radiation don't mix! If you have an expander put in and there is any chance you will have radiation therapy, be sure your... Read more »
Cochlear Implants
Source: HealthCentral Encyclopedia
The cochlear implant is an electronic device that restores partial hearing to the deaf.The ear is divided into three parts: external ear, middle ear,... Read more »
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