Breast procedures are highly popular and customizable, making it a well-sought-after cosmetic treatment for women. Many patients are familiar with breast augmentation and the types of breast implants available to choose from (silicone and saline breast implants). However, a common question arises: Which breast implant is best?
Recent advances have introduced a modern implant option called Motiva® implants. This blog will cover how Motiva® implants are breaking ground in the market with their high-quality design and enhanced safety measures.
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Table of Contents
- What Are Motiva® Implants?
- Motiva SmoothSilk® Round vs Motiva SmoothSilk Ergonomix®
- What Is Motiva SmoothSilk® Surface?
- What Are the Benefits of Motiva® Implants?
- Why Are Motiva® Implants Considered a Safety-Conscious Option?
- Why Choose Dr. Andreasen for Your Breast Augmentation With Motiva® Implants?
What Are Motiva® Implants?
Motiva® implants are filled with silicone gel that offers adaptability and longevity. This modern technology is designed to mimic the appearance, movement, and feel of natural breast tissue. Motiva® implants come in two models—Motiva SmoothSilk® Round and Motiva SmoothSilk Ergonomix®—and both options feature SmoothSilk® Surface and cohesive silicone gel technology. Each is designed to deliver a different aesthetic and purpose. The best choice depends on natural breast tissue, chest width, skin elasticity, lifestyle, and the desired amount of upper breast fullness.
Motiva SmoothSilk® Round vs Motiva SmoothSilk Ergonomix®
Motiva SmoothSilk® Round implants are fashioned to maintain a round shape whether you are standing upright or lying down on your back. This provides a stable softness while retaining projection and fullness in the upper breasts. Motiva SmoothSilk® Round implants may appeal to patients desiring fuller, rounder breasts, or a more enhanced cleavage that aligns with their aesthetic goals.
Motiva SmoothSilk Ergonomix® implants are a breakthrough in breast implant options. They are responsive to the body’s movements, meaning they appear rounder while lying down and form a sloped, teardrop-like shape while standing. This helps the implants resemble natural breasts whether you are resting or active.
Neither option is better than the other. Implant selection should be based on a detailed discussion with Dr. Andreasen. During your consultation, you will discuss breast implant shape, size, surface, implant placement, and incision location.
What Is Motiva SmoothSilk® Surface?
The implant surface is the outer shell, surrounded by tissue. Motiva SmoothSilk® Surface is an advanced surface designed with biocompatibility in mind. Breast implants are known to form a layer of scar tissue, called a capsule, around the implant device. In some cases, a complication can occur where the capsule tightens and becomes firm, misshapen, or painful. This is known as a capsular contracture.
Motiva SmoothSilk® Surface lowers the risk of a capsular contracture from forming by minimizing the body’s inflammation response. The surface is made of ultra-fine, nano-textured material, which reduces tissue friction, unlike textured implants and traditional breast implants, which may increase friction and inflammation.
What Are the Benefits of Motiva® Implants?
Depending on the implant model and the patient’s anatomy, potential benefits may include:
- A choice between greater upper-pole fullness and position-responsive movement
- A soft, cohesive silicone gel intended to resemble natural breast tissue
- Multiple sizes and profiles that fit your unique surgical planning
- A smooth surface and flexible implant design
- Advanced safety features to minimize complications
Motiva® implants are a great option when deciding which breast implant will give you the best natural-looking breasts and for women to feel confident in their choice. These advantages can also contribute to overall patient satisfaction.
Why Are Motiva® Implants Considered a Safety-Conscious Option?
Motiva® implants received FDA approval, meaning they underwent premarket review before being approved. Motiva® breast implants incorporate several design features intended to support quality assurance, structural integrity, and a favorable interaction with the surrounding breast tissue. These advancements include BluSeal® Barrier and TrueMonobloc+®. However, that does not mean Motiva® implants are completely risk-free or that every patient will have the same experience.
BluSeal® Barrier is a lightly tinted barrier layer built into the implant shell. Its blue color serves as a visual indicator, allowing Dr. Andreasen to inspect the barrier layer and confirm the integrity of the implant’s internal and external components before placement. This additional quality-control feature is designed to reduce gel leakage and the body’s inflammatory response, which can cause a rupture.
TrueMonobloc+® is a gel-bonding technology that integrates the implant’s outer shell, patch, and silicone gel into a single unit. Because the components work together to provide a highly flexible and compressible structure, Motiva® implants can be inserted through smaller incisions, resulting in minimal scarring. On the safety side, the seamless bonding reduces the likelihood of the outer shell and inner gel separating.
Still, breast implants are not lifetime devices and can carry potential risks as part of any surgical procedure. Routine follow-ups are recommended for monitoring silicone breast implants.
Why Choose Dr. Andreasen for Your Breast Augmentation With Motiva® Implants?
The type of breast implant that you select is only one part of a successful breast augmentation. You and your surgeon will also determine the appropriate implant dimensions, placement (e.g., under or over the chest muscle), incision location, and surgical technique based on your anatomy and cosmetic goals. Choosing a plastic surgeon with substantial breast surgery experience can help ensure that these decisions work together to bring a balanced and long-lasting result tailored to you.
Dr. Troy Andreasen is a board-certified plastic surgeon and has served patients throughout the Inland Empire since entering his private practice in 2001. He is dedicated to performing breast procedures and performs hundreds of breast surgeries each year, allowing him to continually reflect on his approach to implant selection, surgical planning, and post-operative care.
During your consultation, Dr. Andreasen will evaluate your breast anatomy and explain how Motiva SmoothSilk® Round or Motiva SmoothSilk Ergonomix® implants compare with other implant options, such as saline or silicone implants. His recommendations are based on the individual rather than solely on a one-size-fits-all surgical plan.
Learn More About Motiva® Implants in Ontario, CA
To learn whether Motiva® implants may be the best option for your breast augmentation, call (909) 291-4900 or fill out our online contact form to schedule a consultation with Dr. Andreasen.
Your consultation is the right time to discuss Motiva® implants, including preparation, recovery, and expected costs. The journey to safer, fuller, and natural-looking breasts begins here!
