For women in the Tampa, St. Petersburg and Orlando area considering breast augmentation, silicone implants are the overwhelmingly popular choice over saline implants. Are silicone implants really that much superior? Or can you get the same results with saline, at a fraction of the cost?

Why Silicone?

Many women (and their surgeons) feel that silicone implants look more natural than saline. The cohesive nature of the gel helps silicone implants look and feel more like natural breast tissue. When saline implants are placed subglandularly in women without much natural breast tissue to provide coverage, surface ripples and implant edges sometimes become visible. Unlike saline, silicone implants are unlikely to show at all, regardless of placement or existing breast size.

Silicone implants are also lighter than saline, minimizing the risk of “bottoming out,” or downward implant migration that would require revision surgery. If saline implants rupture or leak, the affected breast will take on a visibly altered, deflated appearance. Since the filling in silicone implants is more cohesive, you’ll likely retain your breast shape even if there’s a breach in the implant shell.

Choosing Your Implants

Choosing which type of breast implant to use during your breast augmentation is a very personal decision. When you first visit my practice in Tampa for your consultation, this is one of the main topics we’ll cover. Silicone isn’t necessarily superior, but silicone implants may be better for some women than saline, while saline may be better for others. Working together, we’ll find the best option to suit your body.

Author: Dr. Joseph Castellano

Dr. Joseph Castellano is a native Floridian who grew up in the Tampa Bay area. After medical school and residency, Dr. Castellano returned home and has opened a practice in Tampa, Florida focusing on breast augmentation, abdominoplasty, liposuction, facelift, and eyelid rejuvenation. He is a member of the American Board of Cosmetic Surgery, American College of Surgeons, and American Medical Association

Real Patient Testimonials

Dr. Castellano was amazing. He did a beautiful job on my mommy makeover (full abdominoplasty and breast augmentation) and I’m completely satisfied with my results. It helped me to regain my confidence as a mother of three. I am also a licensed healthcare provider and Dr. Castellano made me feel completely comfortable and that I… Read more “Kacie Robinson”

Kacie Robinson

Nadine is fantastic at what she does. She offers great suggestions and I have been pleased with everything she has done so far. The appointments are easy to make and I have never waited a long time for my appointment, staff is friendly and I always look forward to my appointment. Also they always offer… Read more “Michelle Campbell”

Michelle Campbell

I really don’t even know where to start with this review. Top level service from the doctor and his staff. Pam has always been very prompt to reply to my questions and so informative. The front desk has always worked with me on scheduling. Nadine is absolutely amazing. If I could give ten stars I… Read more “Kera Hunter”

Kera Hunter

I’ve been wanting a breast augmentation since I was probably 18 years old. I am now 35 with two beautiful children, and I decided to finally take the step, and do something for myself. I spent about six months researching the procedure, looking at countless pictures, and I had consultations with a multitude of different… Read more “Mette Andersen”

Mette Andersen

What a pleasure it is to be a patient at Castellano Cosmetic surgery center. The front desk staff is always smiling when you walk in, when calling at a drop of a dime or the last minute they always find a way to fit me in to their busy tight schedule. I love working with… Read more “Alicia Ortiz”

Alicia Ortiz

Would like to give them a 10 but there’s not enough stars.. I got a Laser treatment on my face after having a liquid Nitrogen in another place. Carroll was awesome!❤ She almost promise me in my first visit it will take 3visits to get rid of these dark spots (in which I honestly thought… Read more “caroline maldonado”

caroline maldonado

About 8 Weeks postop. Overall, a very positive experience with Dr. Castellano’s clinic. Dr. C appears to have a very high level of confidence in his surgical skills and from my experience, his surgical skills are indeed commensurate with his reputation and his professional confidence. Consequently, my experience with him yielded very positive results. I… Read more “A B”

A B

Nadine not only is an artist, she is so gentle and kind. Will never go anywhere else!

Monica Hooks Salgado

Friendly & welcoming staff, always accommodating to my hectic schedule. Dr. Castellano & Nadine have me looking like I’m in my 20’s again!!

Nikki Strathmann

Excellent procedures and excellent employees. Can’t wait for another special!!!

Candace Jackson