Abstract
This paper begins by looking at reasons why women to decide to enlarge their breasts, touching on the American obsession with the "perfect body," and the role of the media in creating this image. The paper then discusses the safety issues involved in breast enlargement, such as the risk of cancer and the lawsuits that have evolved out of this controversy. The paper then looks at restoration surgery and concludes with a summary of the issue.

From the Paper
"On the other hand, some writers on the topic note that the manufacturers of silicone breast implants did not do product safety research, therefore leaving them vulnerable to liability lawsuits (Patterson, 1999). Although some experts have recently called for a re-introduction of silicone breast implants, most use a saline solution instead."

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