Implant Education in Tucson, AZ

When you are choosing a breast augmentation or breast reconstruction, deciding between various implant options is an important part of the process. There are a wide variety of implants available in varying sizes, shapes, and materials suited to the aesthetic preferences or needs that each unique patient may have. During your consultation, your plastic surgeon will help guide you through your options. At Tucson Plastic Surgery, we partner with Allergan Natrelle® Implants to give patients ideal breast augmentation or breast reconstruction results.

About Allergan Natrelle Implants

Allergan Natrelle® brand breast implants are proven to be high-quality, with unrivaled safety standards, superior longevity, and excellent results for breast augmentation and reconstruction patients. Allergan Natrelle® implants are composed of a silicone gel that closely mimics the look and feel of natural breast tissue. They are both soft and strong, making the implants long-lasting and resilient over time. Allergan Natrelle implants have a low rate of capsular contracture and a lifetime replacement warranty for implant rupture.

Choosing Your Breast Implant Shape

When selecting your Allergan Natrelle® breast implants, you have the choice between round or teardrop shapes as well as the projection of the implants.

Teardrop shape: More closely resembles the natural shape of a breast, with a natural slope at the top and more fullness in the lower portion.

Round shape: Creates an overall fuller look, increasing volume at the top of the breast while still appearing and feeling natural.

Implant Projection Options:

Low projection: Minimal fullness at the top of the breast for a subtle, natural look.
Low Plus projection: Full look with a slightly rounded appearance at the top.
Moderate projection: Fuller with a rounded top.
Full projection: Fuller overall with a noticeably round top.
Extra Full projection: Very full and rounded top for more dramatic results.

Once your preferred shape and projection are selected, you’ll also choose the implant volume (measured in cc’s). Your surgeon will help determine the best volume for your body proportions and aesthetic goals.

Choose Your Breast Implant Materials

Allergan Natrelle® is the only smooth implant collection with 3 different gummy gels for the look and feel you desire. The gummier the implant, the more cohesivity it has, which helps it maintain more breast upper pole fullness:

Natrelle Inspira® Responsive: Softer feel, mimicking natural breast tissue.
Natrelle Inspira® Soft Touch: More form-stable and slightly firmer, while still avoiding an overly stiff feel.
Natrelle Inspira® Cohesive: Most form-stable and cohesive.
Smooth shell: Softer feel, more natural movement.

Breast Implant Safety

Safety is the top priority at Tucson Plastic Surgery. Allergan Natrelle® implants are highly rated due to their biocompatible silicone, low rate of complications (including capsular contracture or rupture), and long-term reliability.

Your surgeon will discuss all safety aspects during your consultation to help you make the most informed choice.

Tissue Expanders for Breast Reconstruction

Some reconstruction patients require tissue expanders after a mastectomy. These devices gradually create space for long-term implants.

Allergan also offers Natrelle® 133S Smooth Tissue Expanders, which deliver a seamless match between smooth tissue expanders and round breast implants. Your surgeon will guide you through your reconstruction plan and expander options during your consultation.

Silvia Kurtovic, MD & Raman Mahabir, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeons

At Tucson Plastic Surgery, we have a patient-centric approach that sets us apart from the rest. We take the time to really get to know you and your aesthetic goals during one-on-one conversations which help us to fully understand your motivations.