A new type of breast implant is now available that offers the desirable benefits of natural look and feel, without the drawbacks of silent rupture seen with silicone gel and unnatural feel seen with saline implants. Women are no longer forced to choose between the natural feel of silicone gel, and the peace of mind that comes with saline. The new, innovative IDEAL IMPLANT® Structured Breast Implants combine the realistic look women want with the security they deserve.
A Richmond Breast Enhancement with Dr. Nadia Blanchet
The IDEAL IMPLANT is only offered by plastic surgeons who are board-certified, or eligible for certification by the American Board of Plastic Surgery. Dr. Nadia Blanchet is part of this exclusive network and strives to provide the latest in implant technology to her patients. The unique design of the IDEAL IMPLANT makes it different than any other. It is comprised of a series of implant shells nested together that hold two separate chambers filled with saline. This advanced internal structure:
- Reduces wrinkling and rippling commonly associated with saline implants
- Supports the implant when upright to prevent collapse
- Controls the movement of the saline filler to mitigate sloshing
- Provides a youthful shape with desired projection and volume
- Allows the implant to conform to the natural curve of a woman’s chest
- Requires a smaller incision than with silicone gel implants
- Lets a plastic surgeon adjust the volume of the implant to create tailored results
- Carries no risk of “silent rupture”
What is a “Silent Rupture?”
When a saline implant ruptures, the implant deflates and the saline (a sterile saltwater solution) is harmlessly absorbed by a woman’s body. This is not the case with a silicone gel implant. When a silicone gel implant ruptures, it can easily go undetected by a woman and her doctor for years, and begin to leak sticky silicone gel into her surrounding tissues. An extensive surgery is required to remove the trapped silicone gel and ruptured implant. It is referred to as a “silent rupture” because only an MRI scan can detect it. This is why the FDA recommends all women with silicone gel implants receive an MRI every two years. With the IDEAL IMPLANT, there is no chance of “silent rupture.” Women always know their implants are intact by simply looking in the mirror. Dr. Blanchet especially appreciates this feature of the IDEAL IMPLANT for those receiving a breast enhancement in Richmond, VA. She says:
“I have used the IDEAL IMPLANT for several years now. I was the first plastic surgeon to use them in the Richmond area. I definitely prefer them for my breast augmentation patients. The FDA re-released silicone implants on condition that these patients have an MRI to check the integrity of these implants every few years. This is because we do not know the long-term health effects of rupture in our latest generation of silicone implants. Health insurance does not cover MRI’s in cosmetic breast augmentation the way it does for breast cancer reconstruction so we have no way to monitor for rupture other than mammogram and ultrasound which are not precise for this diagnosis. Unfortunately, this left cosmetic breast augmentation patients with the poor choice of safety versus natural feel until the advent of the IDEAL IMPLANT which offers both!”
Facts About the IDEAL IMPLANT
As a Richmond breast enhancement option, the IDEAL IMPLANT was approved by the FDA and Health Canada in 2014 based upon the results of a multi-center trial of 502 women, and information provided in volumes of safety, manufacturing, and clinical data. It underwent ten years of development, refinement, and testing to become the first of its kind. The IDEAL IMPLANT is made from proven breast implant materials, and manufactured in the USA at a FDA-inspected facility using advanced robotics to ensure high quality standards and greater product consistency. Furthermore, FDA trial data at 8 years showed the IDEAL IMPLANT to have a lower rupture rate than silicone gel implants for primary augmentation.
Considering a Breast Enhancement in Richmond, VA?
Dr. Blanchet wants to help women feel and look their best. She is committed to providing the best Richmond breast enhancement experience possible. She was recently voted “Richmond’s Best Plastic Surgeon for Both Cosmetic and Reconstructive Surgery” by Richmond Magazine. In 2017, Our Health Magazine gave her the “Best Bedside Manner Award” and Virginia Living Magazine voted her as one of the best cosmetic surgeons in Central Virginia. A patient review on Realself by mb90 states:
“Nadia is such a wonderful woman inside and out! She is genuinely there to help you feel comfortable and achieve your best look. As a woman, I felt entirely more secure and in great hands with Dr. Blanchet. Her bedside manner was more than professional and time spent with me was invaluable. I knew she specialized in reconstructive surgery and that made me feel like I was in even better care. The pictures I chose before my surgery looks exactly how I pictured my breasts to be. We went with a more natural look, which is what she normally does, and I couldn’t tell you how happy I am about my results. I saw two different doctors in the Richmond area before meeting with Nadia and I have to say I would not recommend anyone other than her. She’s simply the greatest and has a heart of gold.”
Are you considering a breast enhancement in Richmond, VA? Contact Dr. Nadia Blanchet today to discuss your options. Simply call 804-320-8545, or visit nadiablanchetmd.com. Dr. Blanchet’s office is located at 9210 Forest Hill Avenue, Ste B-1, Richmond, VA 23235. Call today for more information on IDEAL IMPLANT® Structured Breast Implants.