Motiva implants: Top 5 Myths explained by Plastic Surgeon Scientist

Motiva breast implants are one of the most talked-about implants in the world — yet they are still relatively NEW in the United States.
Are they truly safer? More natural? And what are the limitations patients aren’t always told about?

In this video, Dr. Wai-Yee Li, board-certified plastic surgeon, PhD scientist, and one of Los Angeles’ leading breast reconstruction specialists, breaks down the Top 5 Truths vs Myths about Motiva breast implants — including both the advantages and the real trade-offs — so you can make an informed, confident decision.

Important disclosures (for transparency):
➡️ Dr. Li has no financial affiliation, sponsorship, or paid relationship with Motiva or Establishment Labs.
➡️ Dr. Li routinely uses all major FDA-approved breast implant brands available in the U.S., including Motiva, Mentor, Allergan (Natrelle), and others, and selects implants based on patient anatomy and goals — not brand preference.

This is not a sales pitch. It’s an honest, surgeon-to-patient conversation.
In this video, you’ll learn:
✅ Why Motiva implants feel more natural — and when that actually matters
✅ How the Motiva SmoothSilk® surface compares to older textured implants
✅ What current data shows about capsular contracture and long-term safety
✅ Why Motiva implants may not be ideal for every patient

For example: the current U.S. size limitation — Motiva implants are currently available only up to 625 cc vs other brands have 800 cc for cosmetic and 1445 cc for reconstruction (Mentor only).
✅ Whether Motiva is better suited for cosmetic augmentation, breast reconstruction — or both

Motiva implants have been used internationally since 2010 and received FDA approval in the U.S. in 2024 for cosmetic breast augmentation. As one of the early U.S. adopters using Motiva in both cosmetic and reconstructive surgery, Dr. Li shares real-world surgical experience — not marketing claims. Dr Li was also recently invited by Motiva to visit their HQ in Costa Rica, where she did a deeper dive into the manufacturing process and science. That exclusive behind the scenes video will be published in the future, so be on the look out on this channel only.

If you’re researching breast implants, comparing implant technologies, or considering Motiva specifically, this video will give you clarity instead of hype.

👩‍⚕️ About Dr. Wai-Yee Li
Dr. Wai-Yee Li, MD PhD FACS MRCS, is a board-certified plastic surgeon and founder of LA Breast and Body, an all-female solo practice in Los Angeles specializing in breast reconstruction, revision surgery, and aesthetic breast and body procedures. She previously served as Associate Professor in reconstructive plastic surgery at City of Hope, one of the largest cancer centers in Southern California.

Dr. Li’s mission is to empower patients through education, offering compassionate, evidence-based care and surgical innovation.
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Dr. Wai-Yee Li is a board-certified plastic surgeon specializing in breast reconstruction and cosmetic surgery. This content is for education only and does not replace medical advice.