Are silicone implants safe?

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Special studies have been done and have determined that much higher levels of silicone have been found in cows’ milk and commercially available infant formula than are found in the breast milk of women with implants. The Institute of Medicine concluded that ”There is no evidence that silicone implants are responsible for any major diseases of the whole body. Women are exposed to silicone constantly in their daily lives.”

For more information regarding the safety of silicone please refer to the Institute of Medicine Report (IOM) at: www.nap.edu (opens in a new window.)

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For important information on the benefits and risks associated with breast augmentation surgery, read our document called "Important Information for Augmentation Patients about Mentor MemoryGel™ Silicone Gel-Filled Breast Implants."

You may download a copy of the product package insert "Mentor MemoryGel™ Silicone Gel-Filled Breast Implants", or for saline-filled breast implants "Mentor Saline Filled and Spectrum^® Mammary Prostheses."