Get the real deal on beauty treatments—real doctors, real reviews, and real photos with real results.Here's how we earn your trust.

BREAST RECONSTRUCTION PROVIDERS NEAR YOU

FIND MORE PROVIDERS
FEATURED DOCTOR
SEE ALL

Are tissue expanders always filled with saline or can they also be filled with air?

800plus
Hi doctors, breast tissue expanders, are they always filled with Saline, I read that it is also possible to fill them with air?

Answers (5)

From board-certified doctors and trusted medical professionals
Ryan Rebowe, MD profile photo
Dr. Ryan Rebowe, MD
Answered on Aug 26, 2024
Answer
1 person found this helpful
Dr. Ryan Rebowe, MD
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
PROFILE
Michael A. Fallucco, MD, FACS profile photo
Dr. Michael A. Fallucco, MD, FACS
Answered on Aug 11, 2025
Answer
Dr. Michael A. Fallucco, MD, FACS
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
PROFILE
Danielle Dumestre, MD profile photo
Dr. Danielle Dumestre, MD
Answered on May 19, 2025
Answer
Dr. Danielle Dumestre, MD
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
PROFILE
Ram Kalus, MD, FACS profile photo
Dr. Ram Kalus, MD, FACS
Answered on Aug 9, 2024
Answer
1 person found this helpful
Dr. Ram Kalus, MD, FACS
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
PROFILE
Connie Hiers, MD, FACS profile photo
Dr. Connie Hiers, MD, FACS
Answered on Mar 4, 2025
Answer

BREAST RECONSTRUCTION PROVIDERS NEAR YOU

FIND MORE PROVIDERS
FEATURED DOCTOR
SEE ALL