What is the Difference Between Breast Augmentation and Breast Implants?

Breast augmentation and breast implants are often used interchangeably, but they refer to different aspects of the same procedure.

Breast augmentation refers to the surgical procedure that aims to enhance the size and shape of the breasts. This procedure can be performed using breast implants, which are medical prostheses inserted into the breasts to increase their volume and improve their contours. Breast augmentation is also known as augmentation mammoplasty.

Breast implants are the medical devices used to create new volume during the breast augmentation procedure. They can be filled with saline or silicone, with silicone being the most popular choice due to its natural feel.

In summary, the difference between breast augmentation and breast implants is that breast augmentation is the surgical procedure for enhancing the size and shape of the breasts, while breast implants are the medical devices used during the procedure to create the desired volume and contours.

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What is the Difference Between Breast Augmentation and Breast Implants?

Comparative Table: Breast Augmentation vs Breast Implants

The main difference between breast augmentation and breast implants is that breast augmentation is a medical procedure, while breast implants are prosthetic devices used during the surgery. Here is a comparison table highlighting the differences:

Feature	Breast Augmentation	Breast Implants
Definition	Breast augmentation is a surgical procedure aimed at enhancing the size and shape of the breasts.	Breast implants are medical prostheses inserted into the breasts during the augmentation surgery.
Purpose	The primary purpose of breast augmentation is to improve the breast's shape and contours.	The primary purpose of breast implants is to fill out the breasts and create new volume.
Methods	Fat transfers and breast implants are two methods used in breast augmentation.	Breast implants are the most common method used in breast augmentation.
Incisions	Incisions can be made in different areas, such as the armpit, for breast augmentation surgery.	The choice of incision location depends on the implant type and surgeon's recommendation.

While breast implants are commonly used in breast augmentation surgeries, not all breast augmentation procedures use implants. Fat transfers, where fat is taken from the body and injected into the breasts, are an alternative method for breast augmentation.

Guilherme Mazui

Guilherme Mazui is graduated in journalism from the Federal University of Minas Gerais (UFMG) and a master's degree in Communication from the University of São Paulo (USP). In addition, he has experience in advertising writing and has worked as a content editor in several companies.