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The newest breast implant, “PERLE,” officially launched in 2023 and has already sold more than 3 million units abroad. Popular overseas and now in Taiwan, it has been dubbed the “bubble tea” of breast augmentation by netizens, and sparked frenzied discussion on Dcard even before launch. From the UK's GC Aesthetics®, this implant combines multiple exclusive patented technologies and sets a global first with a “lifetime warranty.” This article tells you what PERLE is, who it suits, how it differs from other implants, its price, and common Q&A, all in one guide!
What Is PERLE? What Is GCA®?
PERLE (listed on the package insert as “Pearl Smooth Silicone Breast Prosthesis,” Taiwan FDA medical device import license No. 032220) is a new “round, matte-smooth” silicone implant developed by the UK brand GC Aesthetics®. It has sold more than 3 million implants in 70 countries worldwide (Europe, Brazil, Korea, and more), and has more than 10 years of clinical data, with dual approval from the EU CE mark and Taiwan's TFDA. PERLE is also divided by volume and base width into Moderate, High, and Extra High profiles, offering 38 sizes in total for consumers to choose from.
GC Aesthetics® may be unfamiliar to people in Taiwan, but in the UK it is already a 40-year-old brand. GCA® was formed by restructuring two well-known companies, Nagor and Eurosilicone, and is a long-established global medical technology company, with extensive knowledge and experience in developing, manufacturing, and selling aesthetic surgery products. Taiwan currently has two GCA® implants: an earlier smooth-surface implant, “IMPLEO,” and the latest matte-surface “PERLE.”
How PERLE got its name:
A pearl is a beautiful, lustrous gem, a symbol of classic beauty and purity, and it reveals its finest appearance without cutting or polishing, symbolizing PERLE's outstanding quality, superior craftsmanship, timeless beauty, and more
6 Patented Technologies Behind PERLE Breast Augmentation
BioQ™ – surface technology
PERLE is a matte-smooth silicone breast implant whose shell uses BioQ™ surface technology, with a low surface roughness (Sa) of about 5 micrometers (μm). The surface is designed to work with breast tissue: neither too smooth nor too rough, and it can reduce friction and the related risk of inflammation, be placed easily through the incision, reduce the chance of seroma, reduce bacterial adhesion, and lower the capsular contracture rate
Enhanced Ultra-Link™ shell
PERLE uses the exclusive patented Ultra-Link™ shell and optimal cross-linking technology, letting it adapt to the natural movement and changes of the breast. Tests also show it can withstand an average static rupture and impact force of more than half a ton, giving excellent crack resistance; the shell's high-performance elastomer layer strengthens shell integrity, prevents cracks and protects the internal structure, effectively protecting the implant so that PERLE does not easily deform or rupture.
Emunomic™ breast tissue dynamic gel
PERLE's Emunomic™ gel was developed exclusively by GCA, and PERLE uses the 6th-generation gel. It is highly cohesive, so it is almost unbreakable, and combines firmness, softness, stability, and shaping ability. It perfectly mimics the natural look of a human breast both standing and lying down. In addition, PERLE is 100% gel-filled, which greatly reduces rippling after surgery. Because of its flowability and cohesiveness, physicians can place it through a smaller incision, minimizing the breast augmentation incision.
GCA 360° protective barrier layer
To prevent implant leakage and rupture, PERLE uses barrier protection technology to build an enhanced protective barrier that suppresses diffusion of the internal gel, minimizing the chance of capsular contracture
Advanced RRE™ bonding
PERLE uses an advanced bonding technology. Unlike traditional breast implants, in which the gel easily separates from the outer shell, PERLE ensures the gel and the shell stay tightly bonded, and they do not easily separate even under great external pressure. It also reduces the problem of rippling after surgery
Multiple sizes to choose from
For different body types and needs, PERLE offers 38 sizes, with 3 heights based on volume and base width (Moderate-High, High, Extra High). Consumers can choose the best size according to their own conditions and aesthetic preferences, so even Taiwanese women with smaller frames and flat upper chests can have a full, beautiful bust
5 Key Features for Peace of Mind
Feels close to a real breast
PERLE uses the BioQ™ surface shell combined with advanced RRE™ bonding technology to create a low-roughness matte-smooth surface that resists friction and effectively reduces bacterial adhesion and related inflammation. The PERLE surface carries many fine nano-scale particles, so that the implant fits perfectly with body tissue while feeling close to a real breast
Hard to rupture
PERLE uses the enhanced Ultra-Link™ shell with the GCA 360° protective barrier layer to create a tough, sturdy shell, so it can withstand high pressure and pulling. Tests show it can withstand an average static rupture and impact force of more than half a ton, with elongation as high as 620%, so PERLE does not easily rupture or deform even when struck hard. According to GCA's clinical trial reports, PERLE's rupture rate is 0.0001%.
Natural look, no rippling
PERLE uses 6th-generation Emunomic™ breast tissue dynamic gel, which perfectly mimics the natural look of a human breast, giving a teardrop shape standing and a round disc lying down. In addition, PERLE's fill rate is 100%, so rippling is less likely after surgery, creating a full upper chest and solving the flat upper chest problem of most Asian women.
Low capsular contracture rate
Capsular contracture is a well-known side effect of implant breast augmentation, and many consumers choose fat transfer breast augmentation out of fear of it. PERLE's manufacturer GCA® has more than 40 years of medical experience and has sold more than 3 million implants in 70 countries, and has 10 years of clinical data reports showing that PERLE has a low capsular contracture rate.
The world's only “lifetime warranty”
GCA® is the only manufacturer worldwide to offer a “lifetime warranty” on breast implants. If an implant ruptures or capsular contracture occurs (Baker grade III or IV), the implant is replaced free of charge. In addition, if a clinically confirmed BIA-ALCL case is diagnosed, the implant can also be replaced free of charge, with up to an additional US$3,000 compensation for surgery costs.
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Who Is PERLE Suitable For?
People whose breasts did not develop well naturally
People with a slim build and insufficient upper chest tissue
People with unequal or asymmetrical breasts
People whose breasts shrank or sagged after postpartum breastfeeding
People unhappy with a previous breast augmentation or with capsular contracture who want a second augmentation
People who prioritize surgical safety and want the lowest possible capsular contracture rate
People who want a perfect breast shape and full cleavage
How Many cc Should My Implant Be?
| cc amount | |
|---|---|
| 1 CUP | 150-290cc |
| 2 CUP | 300-435cc |
| 3 CUP | 460-550cc |
| 4 CUP | 620cc |
Normally, 150cc equals one cup size, and PERLE's largest size is 620cc, so PERLE can add up to about 4 cup sizes, but the physician makes recommendations based on your chest wall size and personal needs, usually using:
as the basis for the recommendation. But PERLE offers 3 heights (Moderate-High, High, Extra High), and the physician will also choose based on the formula above plus your personal needs. For example, if a consumer has little upper chest tissue and wants a full, Western-style bust, High or Extra High is recommended to make the upper chest fuller. Some consumers have a small stature and frame but still want a full bust, so the formula above cannot be used. In such cases, the implant's cc and height are chosen based on the physician's professional advice and extensive experience, together with the consumer's own needs
PERLE vs. IMPLEO
Besides PERLE, GCA® also brought in “IMPLEO”:
1. Smooth-surface jelly silicone material, with a natural, soft feel
2. The outer layer uses a Nagotex silicone shell surface that effectively increases tissue adhesion and minimizes rotation and capsular contracture
3. Uses the latest 2S tough, soft, flowing gel, 100% filled and paired with the SiloGard™ 360° protective barrier layer, which minimizes gel diffusion and rippling
4. Used worldwide for 15 years, with 10 years of clinical data
5. Lifetime warranty
| PERLE | IMPLEO | |
|---|---|---|
| Gel | 6th-generation Emunomic™ breast tissue dynamic gel | 2S tough, soft, flowing gel |
| Fill rate | 100% | 100% |
| Capsular contracture rate | <1% | <1% |
| Feel | Mimics the feel of a real breast | Soft and natural |
| Surface roughness | 5µm | 1-2µm |
| Warranty | Lifetime warranty | Lifetime warranty |
| Price | *** | ** |
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The Most Complete 2024 Breast Implant Comparison Chart
| PERLE | Mentor Prestige (“Queen Wave”) | Motiva 2.0 | Sebbin | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Manufacturer | UK | USA | USA | France |
| Gel | Breast tissue dynamic gel | Newly upgraded memory gel | Super silicone | Grade 1 cohesive gel |
| Feel | Feels like a real breast | Firm and full | Bouncy and full | Soft and plush |
| Softness | ***** | **** | *** | **** |
| Fill | 100% | AI fill | 100% | 100% |
| Capsular contracture rate | Low | <1% | <1% | <1% |
| Warranty | Lifetime warranty | Lifetime warranty | 10 years | Lifetime warranty |
| Price | *** | **** | ***** | *** |
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FAQ
Do I need to massage after PERLE?
Basically, no special massage is needed after PERLE surgery, but to help with breast shape, feel, and recovery, you can still add light pressure massage under your physician's direction to help reduce swelling and make the results even better.
How soon can I go back to work after PERLE?
Generally, we recommend resting about 1-3 days after surgery. People with ordinary clerical or office jobs can return to work as normal, but if you need to exercise, we recommend waiting about 1-3 months.
Does PERLE breast augmentation affect breastfeeding?
The implant placement in breast augmentation surgery is unlikely to damage breast tissue, so it does not affect breastfeeding. Still, women who may want to breastfeed in the future should tell their physician before surgery. In addition, it is better to wait at least 3 months after breast augmentation before getting pregnant
This article is for general information only. Results vary from person to person; please consult a doctor in person before deciding on any treatment.
