B-Lite® Lightweight Polyurethane Implants

B-Lite Innovative Breast Implants

B-Lite® series lightweight implants from the German manufacturer Polytech are a real innovation in plastic surgery for the past 30 years. They are 30% lighter than their counterparts but have the same fullness. Significant weight reduction has been achieved thanks to the unique proprietary B-Lite® gel with microscopic, strong, and extremely lightweight spheres, similar to those used in space technology.

These implants became available in Ukraine in 2019 with smooth and textured shells and quickly gained popularity among Ukrainian plastic surgeons.

B-Lite with Microthane Coating

On August 4, Polytech Ukraine announced the availability of B-Lite® implants in Microthane micro-polyurethane shells in Ukraine.

As a plastic surgeon who prefers working with polyurethane implants, I have been eagerly awaiting this news. For me, the Microthane micro-textured coating primarily represents patient safety and the minimization of complications after mammoplasty. Combined with the lightweight B-Lite implants, it offers new technical possibilities and additional comfort for patients. In this combination, they can confidently be called some of the best in the world at the moment.

Advantages of B-Lite Microthane over other implants

• Reduced strain on breast tissue due to decreased gravitational influence. Lightweight implants result in less breast ptosis over time. Side effects related to weight, such as back and neck pain, are also reduced.

• Minimization of postoperative complications thanks to the micro-polyurethane coating: for example, the likelihood of capsular contracture in implants with Microthane is 0.4-1%, while with other coatings, it's 9-25%.

• B-Lite gel is more transparent on mammography than regular silicone, allowing for a better view of the breast. This factor enables more precise breast examinations.

• Stable implant positioning. The Microthane® shell securely adheres to the body's tissues, keeping the implants in the same position as during the operation. They don't shift and provide long-term aesthetic results.

• The likelihood of implant replacement in the future is minimized.

Modern medicine relies on statistical and evidence-based methods for evaluating effectiveness. To assess implant safety, there is a common indicator encompassing all complications (capsular contracture, displacement, rotation, seroma, lymphoma, etc.), which is the number of required repeat surgeries related to complications in both the short and long term after mammoplasty. Implants with polyurethane coatings have the lowest rate worldwide when compared to all other coatings, objectively confirming their maximum safety. There are no absolutely safe implants, but medical science is moving in that direction.

Disadvantages of B-Lite Implants:

• B-Lite is much firmer than any regular implant. To the touch, it feels like a sizer or buttock implant, meaning it is about twice as dense. Therefore, it may not be suitable for slim women, but it is ideal for those with a fuller figure or larger breasts with smaller implants.

Who Lightweight Polyurethane-Coated Implants Are Suitable For

B-Lite implants can be an option for all women wishing to increase their breast size, but there are patient categories for whom these implants will be the ideal solution:

• Active lifestyle women and professional athletes. The Microthane® coating ensures reliable implant fixation, preventing displacement and rotation. The implants do not interfere with the physiology and do not cause discomfort for women during sports activities.

• Patients who want or need to use larger implants. The implant size is selected based on the patient's physical characteristics and her desires. However, large implants can be heavy for the patient, and to reduce the risk, the doctor may opt for smaller implants. This problem is solved with B-Lite implants. Now women who prefer a fuller figure can choose large lightweight implants without additional risk.

• For breast reconstruction procedures. In such cases, implant installation with minimal complication risks is particularly important.

Is this type of implant right for you? This question should be discussed with your doctor during a consultation.

Conclusion

Combining lightweight construction, secure tissue fixation, and safety sets polyurethane-coated B-Lite implants apart from traditional alternatives. It represents a true breakthrough in both aesthetic and reconstructive surgery. B-Lite polyurethane is the best implant and our nearest future.

Author: Valentyn Zykov