Breast Fat Transfer
Introduction
Many women who want to enhance the look of their breasts may feel hesitant about undergoing a breast augmentation operation due to implants being an unnatural introduction into the body.
Instead of that there is an option of a natural breast augmentation , which can be achieved by transferring fat from another part of your own body to the breasts.
Overview
Breast fat transfer is a new plastic surgery procedure which involves removing fat from one part of the body, usually the abdomen or thighs, and transferring it to the breasts in a technique called autologous fat grafting.
This procedure uses liposuction to remove stubborn fat, injecting the fat cells into your breasts to create volume and reshape them naturally without the introduction of foreign bodies such as silicone.
Many people who desire breast augmentation prefer this method because it has fewer risks than augmentation with breast implants. You may also get a breast lift to firm up breasts that sag.
Benefits of breast fat transfer surgery
There are several advantages of choosing breast fat transfer over traditional breast augmentation using silicone or saline implants, are mentioned below:
Body Shaping Benefits:
Natural breast augmentation involves the liposuction of unwanted body fat from problem areas, meaning that you can enhance your breasts and contour your stomach or thighs in the same procedure.
Minimal Scarring:
One of the great aspects of this surgery is the minimal scarring. The procedure involves only small incisions where liposuction is performed to harvest the fat, and where the fat is then injected into the breasts.
Natural Appearance and Sensation:
One of the standout benefits of this procedure is how natural the results look and feel. Since the procedure uses your own body fat to augment your breasts, the end result will look and feel just like your original breasts, but with added volume.
Quicker Recovery Period:
Another advantage of breast augmentation with fat transfer is that it typically has a shorter recovery time compared to traditional breast implants.
prepare for breast fat transfer surgery
Let the doctor know if you develop an illness, cold, or any infection within a week of surgery. Make sure all requested labs are delivered to the doctor.
Stop all aspirin containing products, medications that contain blood thinners (Ibuprofen Motrin, Advil etc.) vitamin E two weeks prior to surgery. You can take 1 multivitamin a day.
Schedule time off work – approximately 1-2 weeks. Two weeks if your job is labor intensive or requires direct contact with people (you may have prolonged bruising and swelling).
Make sure a responsible adult is confined to drive you to and from surgery, and that someone is available to stay with you around the clock for 24 hours after surgery.
steps of breath fat transfer procedure
A breast fat transfer procedure includes the following steps:
Step 1 – Anesthesia:
You will receive general anesthesia to help you sleep through the surgery.
Step 2 – Fat extraction:
Extract modest amounts of excess body fat during the fat transfer procedure using minimally invasive liposuction techniques.
Step 3 –The purification :
ensuring only healthy viable cells are used for grafting onto the breasts.
Step 4 –Injection the purified cells :
The doctor carefully inject these purified cells at various depths within each breast area while ensuring adequate blood supply so injected fats survive post-procedure.
recovery after breast fat transfer
Following a breast fat transfer you may have some bruising and swelling but this should subside within a couple of weeks.
Recovery time for fat transfer procedures to the body can depend on how many areas the initial liposuction was carried out on.
You may be bruised and swollen for 1-3 weeks and should avoid exercise during this time, and you may wish to be off work for 1-2 weeks also.
The few days following your fat transfer augmentation you may feel some discomfort around the breasts and experience an aching sensation for a week or two following treatment.
The doctors recommends that patients refrain from driving for one week. The primary reason is due to the likelihood of the patient still being on painkillers during this week.
The secondary reason is to avoid any upper body strain in the early stages of recovery.
Risks and complications of breast fat transfer
This procedure is minimally invasive and is proven to be very safe overall. However, there are some complications and risks to know about if you’re considering this procedure. This complications and risks are mentioned below :
Infection:
The risk of infection from a fat transfer breast augment is relatively low. The procedure is considered minimally invasive. The incisions to inject the fat are very small.
Additionally, the fat being used is from your own body, reducing any risk of rejection or an adverse reaction.
Fat necrosis:
Fat necrosis is the death of fat cells. It is the primary risk of fat transfer breast augmentation and other types of fat grafting surgeries.
It happens when the fat doesn’t get enough oxygenated blood during the transfer process, which causes fat cells to die. Dead fat cells can form bubbles and lumps in your breast tissue.
Uncertain Fat Survival Rates:
One of the challenges of this procedure is the survival rate of the transferred fat. Typically, only around 50-60% of the fat that’s transferred to the breasts will survive in the long term.
Our surgeons factor this into their planning, but it does mean that we can only provide an estimated size for the final outcome of your breasts.
Potential for Asymmetry:
The uncertain fat survival rates also introduce a slightly increased risk of ending up with asymmetrical breasts. While it’s uncommon, it’s possible that varying amounts of fat may survive in each breast, leading to some discrepancy in size between the two.
Limitations on Size Increase:
Breast augmentation with fat transfer usually allows for only a modest increase in size. If you’re looking for a more dramatic change, you may need to consider traditional breast implants.
The limitation in size can be either a drawback or an advantage, depending on what you’re aiming for.
What is breast fat transfer?
Breast fat transfer is a cosmetic procedure that involves the harvesting of fat from one part of the body, such as the abdomen or thighs, and injecting it into the breasts to enhance their size and shape. This technique utilizes the patient’s own fat, making it a more natural alternative to breast implants. The process begins with liposuction to remove the excess fat, which is then processed and injected into the breast tissue.
What are the steps of a breast fat transfer procedure?
A breast fat transfer procedure begins with the consultation, where the surgeon discusses the patient’s goals and assesses their suitability for the procedure. Following this, the patient undergoes liposuction, during which fat is harvested from areas like the abdomen or thighs. The extracted fat is then processed to separate healthy fat cells from impurities. Once prepared, the surgeon carefully injects the purified fat into the breast tissue to enhance volume and contour. Finally, the patient receives post-operative care instructions to ensure proper healing and optimal results.
How long does bruising and swelling last after breast fat transfer?
After a breast fat transfer, bruising and swelling are common occurrences as the body responds to the procedure. Typically, bruising may last for about one to two weeks, gradually fading in color. Swelling can persist for a longer duration, usually peaking within the first few days and then slowly subsiding over the course of several weeks
When do you see final results of breast fat transfer?
After a breast fat transfer procedure, the final results typically become visible between three to six months. Initially, patients may notice swelling and some bruising, which can obscure the true outcome. As the healing progresses and any residual swelling diminishes, the breast shape and fullness will stabilize.
What is breast fat necrosis?
Breast fat necrosis is a condition characterized by the death of fat tissue in the breast. This typically occurs due to trauma, surgery, or radiation, leading to the formation of hard lumps or masses. While it may resemble breast cancer or other serious conditions, breast fat necrosis is usually benign.
Results
Choosing a procedure that uses your own body fat means that there’s less chance of complications occurring. Since there are no foreign materials being inserted into your body, risks such as allergic reactions or capsular contracture (scar tissue forming around an implant) are virtually eliminated. This makes the procedure generally safer, reducing the overall risks associated with breast augmentation.
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