The Food & Drug Administration (FDA) recommends that patients be at least 22 years of age to receive breast implants. While it is not "illegal" to have breast augmentation performed at a younger age, you must be at least 22 years of age to receive silicone implants, and a minimum of 18 years of age to receive saline implants. Dr. Birely discusses the long-term care required with breast implants with each of his patients. Your new implants will require care and monitoring as you progress through your life. They are a life-long commitment that you are making to your body.