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Review
. 2017 Apr;6(2):148-153.
doi: 10.21037/gs.2016.11.09.

Breast implant design

G Patrick Maxwell  1 , Allen Gabriel  1
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Review

Breast implant design

G Patrick Maxwell et al. Gland Surg. 2017 Apr.

Abstract

Breast Augmentation remains as one of the most common procedures performed in the United States. This article explores the evolution of breast implants with special emphasis on the advancement of the silicone implants.

Keywords: Anatomic implants; highly cohesive implants; round implants; silicone breast implants; textured implants.

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Conflict of interest statement

Conflicts of Interest: Drs. Maxwell and Gabriel are consultants for Allergan and Dr. Maxwell is a stockholder for Allergan and Mentor.

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