A second manufacturer of silicone gel-filled breast implants moved a step closer to returning the implants to the market Wednesday, when the U.S. government announced that the company's products can ...

Silicone scar tape—also called silicone gel sheets, patches, or strips—is an adhesive that helps treat redness and swelling after a wound closes up. Many plastic surgeons recommend them to prevent ...

When an injury causes damage to the skin, a scar arises as part of the body’s healing process to recover any lost skin from this traumatic event. Infections, surgery, injuries, or inflammation of the ...

My top picks come from OXO, GIR, and Tovolo. The overall best silicone spatula is the OXO Good Grips Silicone Everyday Spatula. It scraped out batters perfectly with its tapered, beveled head. We also ...

When it comes to breast augmentation, which involves breast implants, there are actually two types to choose from: saline and silicone. While they achieve a similar look and are both approved by the ...

Even without visible rupture, silicone breast implants release particles that trigger an immune response and activate markers associated with autoimmune diseases. This is revealed by a groundbreaking ...

Silicone has various uses in skin care products. Certain creams and moisturizers contain silicone, which can promote hydration and smooth fine lines. Generally, silicone is safe for most people, but ...