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Great question! Silicone gel implants are generally considered to feel more like natural breast tissue in terms of weight and movement, while saline implants can feel slightly different — some describe them as a bit heavier or firmer.

Here's a quick comparison:

- Silicone gel implants — softer, closely mimic the weight Show Full Answer

Great question! Silicone gel implants are generally considered to feel more like natural breast tissue in terms of weight and movement, while saline implants can feel slightly different — some describe them as a bit heavier or firmer.

Here's a quick comparison:

- Silicone gel implants — softer, closely mimic the weight and feel of natural breast tissue
- Saline implants — filled with sterile saltwater, can feel slightly heavier or firmer than natural tissue As for the heaviness felt with expanders — that's completely normal! As the expander gets filled with saline or air, the increasing volume can create pressure and a sense of fullness or heaviness in the chest.

The good news is that most of these sensations tend to improve once the permanent implant is placed. Hang in there — the expander stage is temporary, even if it feels like wearing an underwire bra two sizes too small 24/7 (as one MyBCTeam member perfectly described it! 😄).

If the heaviness feels uncomfortable, it's always worth mentioning to your healthcare team.

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