Self-education and open discussion with Dr. Zevon are the keys to a confident decision and the one result that's right for you.

As a pioneer in breast aesthetics for over 25 years, Allergan is committed to ensuring that you are appropriately educated and informed about the benefits and risks of silicone gel-filled breast implants before making the decision with Dr. Zevon. To help decide if breast implantation is right for you, please consult the following articles:

American Academy of Pediatrics

The Transfer of Drugs and Other Chemicals into Human Milk - September 2001

Federal Judiciary National Science Panel

Silicone Breast Implants in Relation to Connective Tissue Diseases and Immunologic Dysfunction - September 2001

Institute of Medicine (IOM)

Information for Women About the Safety of Silicone-filled Breast Implants - January 2000 (Summary Report)

Safety of Silicone Breast Implants - June 1999 (Full Report)

The Mayo Clinic

Silicone breast implants: What happens if they rupture?

Breast implants: Do they interfere with mammograms?

National Cancer Institute

Silicone Breast Implants Not Linked to Most Cancers - April 2001

Silicone Breast Implants Are Not Linked to Breast Cancer Risk - October 2000

U.K. Independent Review Group

What is Silicone - July 1998