Figure 2b. Silicone tissue expanders, inserted at time of mastectomy beneath pectoralis major muscles, are gradually inflated with saline via subcutaneous side port. Figure 2c. Expanders are ...

Silicone may create a more natural-looking breast ... But often the doctor will first place a tissue expander beneath the skin. Saline (or air) is added to the expander every 1 to 2 weeks to help ...