Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation

Candidates

If your breasts are disproportionately small for your body, asymmetrical, or you feel they have an undesirable shape, then fat transfer breast augmentation may be an excellent choice for you. Ideal candidates should be in good health and are advised to refrain from tobacco use. You may seek fat transfer breast augmentation if you have:

• Small or flat breasts that appear deflated
• Different sized or shaped breasts
• Lowered self-confidence due to undersized breasts
• A desire to enhance your breasts without implants or dramatic scars

Procedure

Prior to surgery, each patient meets with Dr. Cha for an initial consultation to discuss personal goals and the desired outcome from fat transfer breast augmentation. Your personal preferences and body type will determine which techniques are used for your procedure. Fat transfer breast augmentation is generally performed while the patient is under anesthesia to ensure a painless, safe process.

— Liposuction

Minimal incisions are made, and fat is gently extracted from areas of the body with excess fat tissue (such as the thighs, hips, or abdominal region) and filtered through a fat purification process. The refined, strong remaining cells are injected into the breasts, resulting in fuller, rounder breasts and a more sculpted contour where fat tissue is removed.

— Fat Injections

Many women avoid breast implants for various reasons, including the risk of scarring or their body rejecting implant materials. Fat injections allow an all-natural procedure resulting in minimal scarring. Because the purified cells are transferred from one area of the body to the breasts, it avoids the risk of possible adverse side effects. The outcome is natural breasts that feel realistic.

Recovery and Results

Recovery

Patient recovery time may vary depending on the factors involved; minor discomfort, stiffness, and swelling can be expected for the first two to five days. Breasts will be covered in gauze or bandages and sutures are used to expedite recovery. A support bra may be used for additional comfort. For the first three weeks, pressure on the chest and exercise should be avoided, and most patients return to their regular routines and work schedules within the first week. Carefully following your post-procedure instructions will help you heal as quickly as possible. Pain medication may be prescribed to relieve any discomfort during your recovery.

Results

Fat transfer breast augmentation is designed to be a long-lasting, subtle increase in your breast size. In some instances, multiple procedures are required to achieve your desired results if you want a more significant breast increase. By removing excess fat from one area of the body, then transferring the purified fat tissue to your breasts, you can achieve the larger, natural breasts you’ve always wanted while maintaining the texture, look, and feel of natural breasts.