Editorial Policy
Our commitment to accuracy, independence, and patient-centered content.
Last updated: June 2026
Editorial Independence
Breasts-Implants.com maintains complete editorial independence. Our content decisions are made solely by our editorial and medical teams based on:
- Patient information needs and search demand
- Clinical significance and public health importance
- Availability of quality evidence
- Reader feedback and questions
No external party — including implant manufacturers, surgical practices, advertising partners, or financial sponsors — has any influence over our editorial content, publication decisions, or conclusions.
Content Creation Standards
Patient-First Focus
Every article is written to serve the patient's decision-making needs, not commercial interests.
Data-Driven
Statistics and claims are sourced from peer-reviewed studies, FDA data, or established medical guidelines.
Balanced Reporting
We present both benefits and risks honestly. We never minimize complications or exaggerate benefits.
Evidence Hierarchy
We distinguish between strong evidence, emerging research, expert opinion, and patient-reported outcomes.
Source Requirements
Our content is sourced from the following types of evidence, in order of priority:
- Tier 1: Systematic reviews, meta-analyses, and randomized controlled trials
- Tier 2: FDA safety communications, premarket approval studies, and post-approval data
- Tier 3: Large cohort studies, manufacturer data, and professional society guidelines (ASPS, ASAPS)
- Tier 4: Expert consensus, case series, and clinical experience
- Tier 5: Patient-reported outcomes and survey data (labeled as such)
When we cite lower-tier evidence, we explicitly note the evidence level so readers can assess reliability.
Content We Will Not Publish
- Specific surgeon or clinic recommendations or endorsements
- Content that promotes one manufacturer's products over others without evidence-based justification
- Unsubstantiated health claims or miracle cure language
- Content that minimizes known risks or complications
- Fear-based content designed to discourage informed patient decision-making
- Sponsored content disguised as editorial articles
Updates and Corrections
We are committed to keeping our content current and accurate:
- Scheduled reviews: All articles are reviewed at minimum annually
- Triggered updates: Articles are updated immediately when FDA safety communications, product recalls, or significant studies are published
- Corrections: Factual errors are corrected promptly with a correction notice
- Transparency: "Last reviewed" dates are displayed on every article
Feedback
We welcome editorial feedback, correction requests, and content suggestions. Email us at editorial@breasts-implants.com.