Although other forms of cosmetic surgery are gaining popularity – especially breast lifts and breast reduction – breast augmentation still reigns supreme. Statistics from the American Society of Plastic Surgeons indicate almost 300,000 breast augmentation surgeries were performed in 2022.

Breast augmentation remains one of the top cosmetic surgical procedures in the United States.

There is no one-size-fits-all approach when it comes to breast augmentation. As technology changes, so do surgical techniques and breast implant materials, giving women today more options than ever before. From silicone to saline, smooth to textured, how do you know which implant type is right for you?

ASPS Member Surgeons Anna Steve, MD, and Heather Furnas, MD, FACS, share their thoughts on how far the industry has come and how you and your doctor can choose the best implant when you are ready to size up.