Breast Fat Transfer
What is Breast Fat Transfer?
Breast fat transfer surgery is a procedure that increases the size and modifies the shape of the breasts without using breast implants. The surgery is performed under general anaesthetic and takes up to 3 hours. During the procedure, excess fat is carefully removed from unwanted areas like the thighs, stomach, or waist. The fat is then transferred to the breasts to boost volume and improve the overall shape. The surgery has two phases: the liposuction phase and the fat injection phase. Tiny injection sites are used to distribute the fat evenly into your breasts.
Fat grafting techniques can also be used to optimize breast shape during a breast implant procedure. If you have irregularities after breast implants, fat transfer can help fill in the irregularities and produce a smoother, more optimal shape.
If you find that you have breast defects following a lumpectomy for breast cancer, fat grafting techniques can help to fill in these defects. Fat grafting may also be an option for total breast reconstruction following a mastectomy.
Breast augmentation can help increase self-confidence and improve the contours of the breast if you’re self-conscious about your breast size or shape. Fat transfer breast augmentation surgery uses the patient’s own fat via liposuction to enhance and enlarge the breasts. The procedure uses fat grafting techniques and eliminates the need for implants to create a natural bust.
Procedure Information
Anaesthetic
General Anaesthetic
Operating Time
1-3 hours of pure surgical time
Hospital
Day case procedure, no drains
Work
Between 1 to 2 weeks off, depending on the nature of your work
Exercise
None for 6 weeks
Bra
Surgical bra for 4 weeks
Follow Up
Dissolvable sutures. Dressings checked by nurse at 1 week. Follow up with Dr Victoria at 2 weeks and 6 weeks
Driving
Typically 10 days after surgery
What are the benefits of breast fat transfer surgery?
Breast fat transfer surgery is considered a more natural approach to breast augmentation as it doesn’t involve the use of breast implants. The benefits of this procedure include:
Shorter recovery time than breast implant surgery.
Little to no scarring.
No foreign materials are used.
Two-in-one surgery with liposuction.
No maintenance, unlike with breast implants.
Who is breast fat transfer surgery for?
Breast fat grafting may be a suitable option for you if you:
Want to increase the volume of your breasts naturally.
Want to correct an abnormality as a result of trauma or cancer.
Want to optimize breast shape after breast reconstruction surgery.
Want to improve your cleavage.
Want better breast symmetry.
Want to improve breast shape in case of congenital or developmental breast changes.
Want to achieve breast fullness after a breast lift or breast reduction surgery.
Summary
Fat transfer surgery is a fantastic long-term solution for tackling fat in stubborn areas and enhancing the breasts in one treatment. Ageing, weight loss and pregnancy can all take its toll on the look and feel of your breasts. If you’re looking for a subtle, natural augmentation without using breast implants, fat transfer surgery can increase volume and improve shape.
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