![]() NBC5.com | Ban on silicone breast implants lifted BusinessWeek - By ANDREW BRIDGES. The government ended a 14-year virtual ban on silicone-gel breast implants Friday despite lingering safety questions making the devices available to tens of thousands of women who have clamored for them. Allergan Mentor Win US Approval of Silicone Breast Implants FDA allows silicone breast implants back on the market |