What is the minimum age for breast implants?
18 years
While there is no legal age requirement for breast augmentation, the vast majority of reputable plastic surgeons adhere to the FDA’s guidelines, which approve saline breast implants for women 18 years and older and silicone gel implants for women 22 years and older.
How do I tell my family I have breast implants?
If you have a friend or family member you feel should know about your procedure but may not be supportive, be firm about your stance, and inform them that breast augmentation is your choice alone.
Can a 19 year old get breast implants?
The FDA has not approved breast augmentation in patients younger than 18. According to the ASPS, over 8,000 surgeries were performed in 2013 on 18-19 year old girls.
Can I get silicone implants at 21?
Saline implants are FDA approved for patients 18 and up; silicone implants are FDA approved for patients 22 and up. It is legal to get silicone if you are under 22, and plenty of women make this choice.
What do breast implants cost?
The surgery itself takes just a couple of hours and the patient can get back to her routine in four days. Implants cost anywhere between Rs 40,000 and Rs 50,000, and the cost of surgery (including implants) ranges from Rs 1 lakh to Rs 1.3 lakh, depending on where it is done.
How can I hide my breast implants from family?
Choose Your Post-Op Wardrobe Wisely You can control how much people notice your breasts with your clothing and underwear choices. Wearing looser tops with a modest neckline and a regular, non-push-up bra can easily keep your augmentation incognito.
Can a 20 year old get silicone implants?
Can breast implants last 20 years?
On average, today’s implants are designed to last more than a decade, with the chance of rupture increasing by one percent each year. So, the older your implants are, the greater your risk of rupture or other complications. In many cases, breast implants can remain in good shape for 20 years or more.