Polyfil or silicone — which form is right for you?

Draft outline. Confirm the clinical guidance on timing with a surgeon before publishing.

Polyfil forms

Featherweight, warm against the skin, silent under clothing, suitable immediately after surgery. Approx. 90–160g.

Silicone forms

Weight-matched to natural tissue, helps rebalance posture and shoulder load after a single mastectomy. Heavier, and usually advised once healing is complete.

How to choose

A comparison table: weight, warmth, posture support, price, and when each is usually recommended.

When to switch

State plainly that this is a conversation for the surgeon, and that our fitters can help once cleared.

Caring for either one

Link to the washing guide.