What Are the Best Breast Implants in the World — and How Do I Choose?
If you’re considering breast augmentation or implant replacement, one of the most important decisions you’ll make is choosing the right type of implant. With numerous brands, shapes, and materials on the market, patients often ask: “What are the best breast implants available today?”
This guide breaks down the top implant brands globally, how they differ, and how to make the best choice based on your anatomy, goals, and lifestyle. It also explains how Dr. Ali Soueid, consultant plastic surgeon, helps patients choose the safest, most natural-looking results tailored to their needs.
Understanding Breast Implants: Materials, Shape, and Surface
Before comparing the top brands, it’s essential to understand the core components of a breast implant:
1. Filling Material
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- Silicone gel: Most commonly used today. Offers a natural feel and shape. Modern cohesive gels reduce leakage risk.
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- Saline: Filled with sterile salt water. Less commonly used, may feel less natural and prone to visible rippling.
2. Shape
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- Round implants: Provide more fullness in the upper pole of the breast. Often chosen for enhanced cleavage.
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- Teardrop (anatomical): Designed to mimic the natural breast shape with more volume at the bottom. Ideal for certain body types or reconstruction.
3. Surface Texture
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- Smooth: Softer and more natural-feeling. Lower risk of long-term complications like BIA-ALCL.
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- Textured: Designed to reduce movement but associated with certain rare risks. Use has declined in many countries.
The Top 2 Breast Implant Brands in the World
After years of clinical use, independent research, and patient satisfaction, the following two brands are widely regarded as the best in terms of safety, performance, aesthetic outcomes, and long-term data.
1. Motiva® Implants (Establishment Labs)
Motiva has become one of the most advanced and in-demand implant systems worldwide.
Key Features:
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- ProgressiveGel®: Highly cohesive silicone gel with excellent shape retention and softness.
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- SilkSurface™ and SmoothSilk® Nano-texture: Designed for low-friction, low-inflammation response. Mimics a smooth implant but with microscopic texture for improved tissue integration.
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- Q Inside Safety Technology: Optional embedded RFID chip for easy tracking and safety data — without compromising aesthetics.
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- Low risk of capsular contracture and rupture in long-term studies.
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- Wider range of implant projections and base widths for precise customisation.
Ideal for:
Patients seeking a natural feel, low complication risk, and advanced aesthetic performance. Excellent for both primary augmentation and revision surgery.
Dr. Ali Soueid regularly uses Motiva implants for patients who value cutting-edge innovation, predictable results, and minimal scarring thanks to the brand’s compatibility with minimal incision techniques.
2. Mentor® Implants (Johnson & Johnson)
Mentor is one of the most established and trusted implant brands worldwide, especially in the United States and Europe.
Key Features:
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- MemoryGel® and MemoryGel Xtra®: Silicone implants offering a natural feel with added firmness or fullness, depending on the version.
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- Smooth and textured options available.
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- FDA-approved with decades of clinical safety data.
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- Broad product range for personalisation: round and anatomical shapes, various profiles, and sizes.
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- Backed by a comprehensive warranty program.
Ideal for:
Patients who prioritise proven long-term safety, FDA approval, and predictable surgical outcomes. Mentor is also widely used in breast reconstruction and implant replacement cases.
Dr. Soueid may recommend Mentor in specific clinical scenarios, especially when patients desire a firmer implant or have used Mentor in the past and are considering an implant exchange.
How to Choose the Right Breast Implant for You
The truth is — there’s no “one best implant” for everyone. The right choice depends on several factors that are best discussed in a personalised consultation.
Key considerations include:
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- Your chest width and breast base diameter
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- Desired volume and projection
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- Preference for a natural or augmented appearance
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- Skin quality and tissue thickness
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- Whether it’s your first surgery or a revision
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- Lifestyle factors (e.g. active vs. sedentary)
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- Future plans (e.g. pregnancy, weight changes)
During your consultation, Dr. Ali Soueid performs a detailed 3D assessment, reviews your medical and aesthetic goals, and helps you decide on:
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- Implant brand
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- Shape and size
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- Placement (above or below the muscle)
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- Incision site
Dr. Ali Soueid’s Approach to Breast Implant Surgery
As a highly experienced plastic surgeon, Dr. Soueid performs implant-based procedures in London, Dubai, Doha, and Beirut, combining medical precision with artistic results.
Why patients choose Dr. Soueid:
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- Deep knowledge of implant selection and revision surgery
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- Offers both Motiva and Mentor implants, based on patient suitability
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- Prioritises natural, symmetrical, long-lasting outcomes
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- Highly tailored consultations with honest, evidence-based guidance
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- Minimal-scar techniques and modern surgical planning
Whether it’s your first breast augmentation or you’re considering replacing older implants, Dr. Soueid helps you make a confident, well-informed decision.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which breast implants feel the most natural?
Modern silicone implants, especially Motiva and Mentor’s MemoryGel, are designed to feel soft and natural under the skin.
How long do breast implants last?
Implants typically last 10–15 years. They are not lifetime devices, and routine monitoring is important after 10 years.
Do I need an MRI or ultrasound to check my implants?
For silicone implants, yes — particularly after 5–10 years or if you notice changes. Dr. Soueid will advise based on your implant type and age.
Can I switch implant brands if I’ve had surgery before?
Absolutely. Implant exchange is often the perfect time to upgrade to a newer implant system or change size/shape for better results.
Book a Consultation
Choosing the best breast implant is a personal, medical, and aesthetic decision. With expert guidance and modern implant technology, you can feel confident in every step of the process.
Book your consultation with Dr. Ali Soueid in London, Doha, Dubai, or Beirut and receive honest, personalised advice on breast augmentation or implant revision.
