In the article, we will consider reviews of Mentor implants.
The main advantage of endoprostheses supplied by Clovermed is reliability. Their quality is confirmed by twenty years of experience in aesthetic surgery. The acceptable risk of complications when using these implants is only 1.1%, which is the minimum among similar products. The entire range of implants is presented in the company's catalog, where you can get acquainted with the exact characteristics of medical products.
Fashion and beauty today dictate their terms to many women. The parameters of the body, accepted throughout the world as a standard of attractiveness and grace, have become the dream of many of the fair sex. Some of them increase the breast not only so that it acquires the required size, but also for the sake of a beautiful shape. Today, plastic surgerythe medical direction is quite developed, and special endoprostheses are used during breast augmentation surgery.
Description
"Mentor" - implants that are designed for breast augmentation by the surgical method. These endoprostheses are manufactured by the American company Mentor Corporation and are very popular among Russian and foreign plastic surgeons.
Reviews about Mentor implants will be given at the end of the article.
Use in mammoplasty
Reliable and safe breast implants have been manufactured in the USA since 1969. At the moment, they are produced at factories located in the cities: Leiden (Netherlands) and Santa Barbara (USA). Medical products are produced taking into account the achievements of advanced scientific research, numerous developments of the latest materials and forms.
Such sought-after products enter the medical markets of 75 countries around the world. In Russia, the role of the distributor is performed by the Clovermed company. A photo of "Mentor" implants is presented in the material. These endoprostheses are chosen by many plastic surgeons. They are often recommended to patients due to the high level of safety, maximum reproduction of the natural shape of the breast.
Mentor implants have minimal risk of complications. They are characterized by high quality and lifetime warranty. Endoprostheses are certified in accordance with all EU standards.
Pros and cons
Women go to the plastic surgeonthey want to get a completely new bust, while physique features are rarely taken into account. To ensure that your breasts look natural after surgery, Mentor offers a wide range of implants that vary in size, shape and profile. Therefore, the choice of endoprostheses is an extremely responsible matter.
Mentor round implants are quite popular, which is not surprising, since they have a number of significant advantages. These include the options listed below.
- Mentor implants are distinguished by a pliable and soft structure, therefore, when installing these endoprostheses, the trauma threshold is lower than that of analogues. The appearance of the bust acquired with these implants is as natural as possible. Endoprostheses have a special barrier layer, which is endowed with the ability to prevent the penetration of the gel into the tissues of the mammary glands and minimize the likelihood of damage to the protective capsule.
- The patented high-quality filler, which is the cohesive Memory Gel in Mentor breast implants, affects the reconstruction of the natural appearance of the mammary glands and modeling their elasticity. Memory Gel has a "memory effect", high viscosity and plasticity. Its consistency most closely resembles the biological tissue of the female breast, from which the acquired bust becomes very aesthetic.
- The patented shell of Siltex endoprostheses is characterized by a moderately textured outer coating, which affects the engraftment of these implants in the mammary glands. The engraftment process usually takes a littletime. At the same time, the patients endure plastic surgery quite easily. Endoprostheses equipped with a Siltex shell reduce the likelihood of capsular contracture, which is inevitable after the introduction of foreign bodies into the body during plastic surgery. This, in turn, is reflected in the aesthetics of the breast and is a very significant factor in maintaining he alth in the future.
- Permanent guarantee for breast implants from Mentor is officially given. However, in the event of a rupture of the device in the postoperative period, patients have the right to replace it absolutely free of charge. At the same time, the manufacturer provides a 10-year warranty.
- Curvature (bending) significantly affects the shape of the implants. There are drop-like (anatomical) and round breast endoprostheses. The curvature of Mentor implants reproduces the natural outline of the bust. Plastic surgeons recommend that patients with a normal constitution and overweight install round implants. Women with a slender and lean physique are advised by plastic doctors to use teardrop-shaped endoprostheses. This is due to a slight fat layer, under which the edges of the implants in the form of a drop are invisible.
As you can see, these products have a lot of advantages, but there is also a disadvantage. Some women who are owners of Mentor round implants note that the breasts are not sufficiently elastic and soft when touched. This is due to the presence of a three-layer shell in these endoprostheses, which prevents the gel from flowing out.
Which Mentor implants are in the catalog?
Types and characteristics
The manufacturer offers endoprostheses with different cohesiveness (viscosity) of the helium filler. There are three types of cohesive:
- The softest gel ever used in filling round shaped implants with different profile levels, be it high, medium or low.
- Medium-density gel, suitable for patients with moderately developed breast tissues and a slight fat layer.
- High-density jelly-like filling allows endoprostheses to recreate breasts with the most natural shape and fullness.
Due to the viscosity of the helium base, “remembering” and restoring the shape of the breast after squeezing it occurs.
The manufacturer offers the following types of endoprostheses of this brand:
- Anatomical implants with filler type cohesive III. They are distinguished by lines that are closer to natural. Models are produced in different sizes, and patients with any constitution can choose endoprostheses.
- Round implants, which are characterized by projections, the size of the base and the peak of the maximum above the center of the base. They are filled with gel I or II type. These endoprostheses are ideal for young women planning a pregnancy.
- Tissue prostheses that are used in reconstructive surgery performed on women after breast removal due to oncology.
Lineup
LineupMentor brand implants allow each patient to choose exactly the endoprosthesis that will help make her breasts attractive and at the same time natural.
Among all types of products manufactured by Mentor, special tissue expander implants called Siltex Becker deserve special attention. They are used to perform reconstructive surgery on women who have had breast removal surgery (mastectomy). Such Mentor implants are characterized by the presence of two chambers, external and internal, filled with a special composition.
The inner chamber is filled with isotonic solution, and the outer chamber is filled with silicone gel. This design provides an opportunity to gradually, painlessly and gradually stretch soft tissues in order to increase the volume of the skin pocket in which the implant is located. After reaching the required volume, a special tube and a port with valves for the introduction of expanding solutions are removed from the endoprosthesis structure. All this makes it possible to increase the area of tissues in the area of the removed mammary gland and at the same time provide the woman with natural sensations. In addition, the reliability of fixation of such Mentor breast expanders is ensured by the proprietary textured surface of these products.
Size grid
A special table is attached to the breast endoprostheses, which facilitates the selection of the necessary model, and there is a special marking on the products themselves, which during the surgical intervention simplifies their insertion into the formed pocket.
Introduction ofdimensional grid of Mentor implants with characteristics can be obtained on the basis of the photo below. It is very convenient and easy to use.
This Mentor Implant Size Chart makes it easy to choose the most suitable option for each woman according to the width of the chest and the desired breast volume.
Contraindications
Mentor breast implants are highly safe for the he alth of patients. Restrictions on the use of these endoprostheses in the process of mammoplasty are dictated by contraindications to the surgical implantation. Thus, it is impossible to implant breast endoprostheses in those women who have been diagnosed with certain diseases. For example:
- pathological neoplasms in the chest area of any localization and nature of origin;
- infectious pathologies;
- pregnancy or breastfeeding period;
- allergic reactions to substances used in the manufacture of endoprostheses.
Mammoplasty with the installation of Mentor implants is performed with caution for women diagnosed with autoimmune diseases, as well as those with reduced immunity, blood clotting disorders and insufficient circulation of biological fluid in the mammary glands.
Misconceptions
There are the following misconceptions about breast endoprostheses from this manufacturer:
- It is believed thatmammoplasty with these implants is dangerous for women's he alth. However, annually in Russia alone, the breasts are enlarged to 15,000 patients. High-quality implants allow surgeons to achieve very impressive results, and after some time the appearance of the breast does not change. Moreover, after "shrinking" the bust will take on an even more attractive and natural look.
- Mammoplasty negatively affects further breastfeeding. In fact, Mentor endoprostheses do not allow silicone molecules to pass through and prevent the gel from penetrating into breast tissue and breast milk.
- Performed mammoplasty rapidly increases the likelihood of breast cancer. Contrary to this statement, Mentor implants are not capable of causing the development of malignant tumors and other side effects.
The manufacturer cares about women's he alth, so it regularly conducts research to improve the safety and quality of its products.
Cost
The price of Mentor breast endoprostheses varies in the range of 50-80 thousand rubles. These figures reflect the type of implants and the size of the product, as well as the pricing policy of the clinic where plastic surgery is performed. In most cases, the cost of mammoplasty using Mentor implants is 80-120 thousand rubles. To the specified amount of money, it is also necessary to add the costs of anesthesia and medications that will be used during the rehabilitation period. The total costs reach approx.220 thousand rubles.
Mentor Implant Reviews
First of all, you should focus on the reviews of doctors about implants, who consider such endoprostheses to be safe and proven. Experts confirm that products come in various sizes, shapes, profiles, and may differ in texture. The manufacturer, according to the doctors, took care of a large selection in order to provide each woman with an individual breast shape and a special approach during surgery. In addition, there is a huge collection of products of this company. These are dermal tissues for breast reconstruction, and expanders, and much more. In addition, doctors note in reviews of Mentor implants that this company provides a long-term guarantee for the use of its products, which also plays a very important role when choosing endoprostheses.
In reviews of Mentor implants, patients note that these products very accurately reproduce the natural shape of the breast. Moreover, even in the supine position it is very difficult to determine the presence of an endoprosthesis in the chest, which cannot be said about implants from other companies, which are often easily groped during palpation. In addition, women say that the prosthesis does not cause allergic reactions, does not weigh down the breast, and creates the feeling of a natural breast both in appearance and in touch.
