The main component of ordinary silicone is silicon dioxide, which is also called silicic acid gel.
Medical silicone is also called silicone rubber. Silicone rubber is one of synthetic rubbers. Its chemical name is polymethylvinylsiloxane. It is composed of dimethylsiloxane monomers and other organosilicon monomers in acid or alkaline catalysts. Under the action of polymerization.
Medical silicone is a biological material that is widely used in cosmetic surgery. It has many forms, such as: liquid silicone oil, jelly-like silicone, foamed silicone sponge, and elastic solid silicone rubber. At present, solid silicone rubber is mostly used. Silicone rubber has good biocompatibility, no irritation to human tissues, no toxicity, no allergic reactions, and minimal rejection of the body; it has good physical and chemical properties and can maintain its original properties during contact with body fluids and tissues. Elasticity and softness, will not be degraded, is a fairly stable inert material. It can withstand high temperature and can be sterilized. It is easy to process and shape, easy to process and engrave shape, and easy to use.