The New “Gummy Bear” Breast Implants

The new line of breast implants which has come available will include a very cohesive gel implant, which maintains a stable shape, nicknamed the “gummy bear” breast implant. We have been interested in the “gummy bear” and have studied the Allergan 410 “gummy bear” for breast reconstruction for several years now, in anticipation of market approval. The form stable implant has been very important in reconstruction because the implant shape will put back some the personality of the breast that might have been lost after breast cancer removal. So just what is a “gummy bear”? We get images of the little, colored bear candy; soft, yet keeping bear shape after a good squeeze. Unlike a silicone gel implant that is more ‘runny’, the “gummy bear” will return to the breast shape after a good squeeze or hug. Because of this unique gel that sticks tightly to itself, the implant will also keep its shape even after a rupture and keep the gel in place with fewer leaks. With the new implants from Sientra, the “gummy bear” will become more widely available, and perhaps, Allergan, will too get market approval. This is a great relief for those who need a stable implant for breast reconstruction and may not qualify for the current studies. Also, some might consider the “gummy bear” for breast augmentation if the breast is denser, or perhaps for capsules that have caused implants to feel round and firm. Choice is always a win and we are glad the FDA has given us a go on the “gummy bears”.