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Breast augmentation is a form of plastic surgery, in which a silicone implant filled with either silicone gel, or saline (saltwater) is placed in a woman’s breast to enhance its look, shape, and size. This procedure as little as ten years ago was labeled too dangerous. At this time the gel implants were the only ones being used, and their leaking was linked to debilitating illnesses. The use of saline in breast implants has brought about the resurgence of breast enhancement surgery. Even though a large number of women with implants will need more surgery within 5 years, the possible risks and complications seem to be a small penitence to pay for the women who feel they need this surgery. Ten years ago silicon gel leakage in breast im