Silicone implants are said to have a more natural feel that is similar to actual breast tissue. Silicone is a popular material that is used not only for breast augmentation but also for implants in many other parts of the body.

However, before choosing silicone implants, there are some important factors to consider. Breasts implants can become ruptured or damaged. When this occurs, it is often very hard to detect with silicone implants.

Unlike saline implants which actually deflate when they become ruptured, silicone implants often maintain their shape and appearance. The gel from the implants will slowly leak into other areas of the breast and may take a long time before the patient actually notices a difference.

Capsular contracture, a complication of breast surgery, is more common in silicone implants. When capsular contracture occurs, the pocket or lining for the implant tightens and the breasts feel extremely firm or hardened.

The appearance of the breasts may change too; often they look much rounder or unnatural in shape. Depending on the severity of the case, patients with this condition may experience much pain and discomfort.

Saline implants are composed of a silicone outer layer that is filled with saline to achieve increased breast size. There are two types of saline implants available for women who are considering breast augmentation.

The first type is referred to as a “fixed volume implant”. The entire amount of saline is placed into the silicone shell to achieve the desired cup size. The second type of implant is called an “adjustable volume implant”.

Saline is inserted into the implant in the initial surgery but the amount can be adjusted afterwards if necessary. Saline implants are considered to be the safest type of breast augmentation for women. If problems occur with the implants, they can be detected and repaired almost immediately.

Currently saline implants are the more popular choice for breast augmentation. They are considered to be the safer alternative and are much easier to repair if damage occurs. However, some women still choose to have silicone implants because of their more natural feel.

If you are considering breast augmentation, it is best to schedule a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon who can explain the available options to you. Breast implants come in a variety of sizes and shapes but there are some limitations.

Some women may actually require multiple surgeries before they are able to attain their desired cup size. You will want to discuss your personal needs and the risks involved with surgery beforehand.

Breast enhancement surgery is a major alteration to your body that should not be performed without careful consideration beforehand. Patients that know what to expect and understand the risks involved are much more likely to be happy with their results after surgery.

While many men often fantasize about large breasted women, they are relegated to the bottom of the league by women themselves who spend millions on improving their cleavage.

For most women, being flat chested is somehow seen as being less of a women while for others, breast enlargement is the modern day equivalent of a Prada handbag. Never before has the media driven world influenced women like today.

Not too long ago, small breasted women used chicken breasts, toilet roll, cotton or socks to pad out their bust. Those days are over.

Women can alter their breast size in their lunch break with a breast enhancement operation and can even alternate between cup sizes for a different look with specially designed breast pumps, such are the options now available.

Some industry spokespeople are predicting that as much as 70% of flat chested women or women with small breasts in the US and UK alone will undergo breast enhancement by 2015 as prices fall and techniques become more practical.

Chances are if you have small breast and are reading this, you have already had a discussion with either your parents, partner or a specialist about boosting that bust of yours.

But does size really matter? On screen, in magazines and on operating tables the world over, the answer would be an unequivocal YES!

However, smaller breasts have their advantages over larger breasts and there is an admittedly minority of women who refuse to bow to peer pressure or the media’s insatiable appetite for bigger boobs, vowing never to go under the knife, and to remain natural.

Actress Nicole Richie (daughter of legendary soul singer Lionel) for one who says: “I used to want a bigger chest, but now I like being flat. Clothes fit better, and I don’t really need to wear a bra.”

Bigger breasts may look great and draw the attention of the opposite sex like bees to honey but they can be unpractical, and a burden. For every women wishing they had bigger breasts there is a large breasted women who would gladly trade places.

Large breasts sag quicker, where as smaller breasts tend to keep their form and shape much longer and generally look better, more in proportion with the body.

Then there is the pain associated with big breasts, the lack of variation in bra types, exercising can also be obstructive and uncomfortable for larger breasted women.

Yes, today having small breasts does seem like a quirk or a glitch in the design, but unless your dream to have bigger breasts is genuine and for emotional reasons and not superficial reasons, then a bigger bust could well mean bigger problems for you.

As ever, only you can answer whether you are happy with your breasts.