All implants, regardless of fill type, have a silicone elastomer shell that may weaken over time due to constant movement, folding and pressure. Ruptures in saline implants are usually obvious, as the ...

In a textbook case of clashing government policies, two agencies of the Department of Health and Human Services are approaching a controversial issue—silicone breast implants—in very different ways.

HOUSTON — In 2016 Cindy Leach made a decision that changed her life. "After all the kids, us women want to fix things," Leach said. The hardworking mother of four and bodybuilder decided to replace ...

Modern implants are less likely to rupture. Q. I have breast implants that are silicone. I am concerned about ruptures and other problems with them. What would you recommend me to do as far as making ...