title: The evolution of breast implants.
abstract: Female glandular hypomastia is a frequently encountered entity that occurs either developmentally or by postpartum involution. Historically, women have long sought breast enlargement to improve physical proportions, to foster a more feminine appearance, or to enhance self-image. This article explores the evolution of breast implants.
authors.affiliation: Department of Plastic Surgery, Loma Linda University Medical Center, Loma Linda, CA, USA.
authors.forename: G Patrick
authors.initials: GP
authors.lastname: Maxwell
authors.forename: Allen
authors.initials: A
authors.lastname: Gabriel
mesh_terms: D001941:Breast Diseases / Q000209:etiology / Q000266:history; D018427:Breast Implants / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000266:history*; D003286:Contracture / Q000209:etiology / Q000266:history; D004869:Equipment Safety / Q000266:history; D005260:Female; D049673:History, 20th Century; D049674:History, 21st Century; D006801:Humans; D012649:Self Concept; D020034:Silicone Gels / Q000266:history; D012965:Sodium Chloride / Q000266:history
chemical_list: D020034:Silicone Gels; D012965:Sodium Chloride