Fat transfer breast augmentation essentially uses liposuction to take fat from other parts of your body and inject it into your breasts. This is a breast augmentation option for women who are looking for a relatively small increase in breast size and would prefer natural results.
During your fat grafting procedure, Dr. Brou will harvest fat from areas where you have excess such as the abdomen, thighs, upper back (aka “bra rolls”) or arms. The right spots are going to depend on each patient’s individual needs. By removing fat from certain areas such as the abdomen and placing it into the breasts, Dr. Brou can restore harmony to your body, accentuate your waist, and re-contour your torso. The end result is typically a narrower waist, shapelier breasts, and a sexier figure. When you come in for a fat grafting consultation, Dr. Brou will examine you from a 360-degree perspective, determining the best places for harvesting fat. It is not a one-size-fits-all approach.
Most patients can expect about a week of downtime after fat grafting. You will be able to get up and move around freely, but you will have swelling and some soreness. We will give you a compression garment to wear for the first month to help with the swelling. The swelling will take several weeks to completely go away. This surgery is outpatient and does not require an overnight stay.
Just as every person’s body contour is unique, results of your fat grafting procedure will also vary. It is important to discuss all of your concerns and goals with Dr. Brou. During your consultation, Dr. Brou will advise you of likely outcomes for your appearance. It may take weeks or months for post-fat grafting swelling to completely subside. As swelling dissipates, your new breast contour will begin to appear and develop. It is important to maintain a healthy consistent weight after your surgery in order to retain your results. It is important to note that most breast fat grafting procedures will require additional procedures to achieve your desired breast size.
Fat grafting is a surgical procedure, and therefore risks are always involved as a result of receiving anesthesia as well as the procedure itself. Dr. Brou can help assess your unique health needs and advise you of any concerns to be aware of prior to undergoing surgery. Potential risks associated with fat grafting include pain, swelling, irregular contours and loose skin, skin or nerve damage, infection, blood clots, fluid accumulation, scarring, bleeding or asymmetry, although rare.