Marietta Doctors

Fat Transfer to Breasts

I'm looking to get a fat transfer to my breasts. My doctor says they can get me up 2 cup sizes ( I am about 5'4 107 lbs and 22 years old). They're going to be using UAL technique. I've been hearing so many different opinions and I just want to know the truth. I dont know what to do, I'm really stuck. I want larger breasts but if I can do it without implants, I'd be ecstatic. My biggest fear out of all of this is the results of the Liposuction (I don't want to end up like Tara Reid with all the dimples). Can someone advise me on this matter?

We routinely perform fat transfer to the breast in select patients for breast enhancement and correction of defects. It is also called Natural breast enlargement. The available literature on fat grafting to the breast suggest that it is a safe method of augmentation and correction of defects when performed by an experienced Board certified Plastic Surgeon. There are limitations. The best thing would be to consult with your Plastic Surgeon to see if you are a candidate for breast enlargement using your own fat.

Stanley Okoro, MD

Atlanta Plastic Surgeon

6 Weeks Post Op From Full Tummy Tuck with Lipo and Muscle Repair, Normal To Feel Pain on One Side?

hi i am 6 weeks post op from full tummy tuck with lipo muscle repair and breast uplift ,at the moment i am suffering from a real bad pain only on one side of my abdomen ,it feels like it is internal bruising ,is this normal there is no extra swelling and all scars are healing amazingly i went back to work (childrens entertainer )on day 15 and also have a two year old who i started lifting again after two weeks ,i just need advice as to whether this is to be expected cheers

I am sorry about the pain you are experiencing.  This sort of pain at this time period is not unusual.  I would guess that approximately 5-10% of my patients experience such discomfort.  The good news is that 99.99% resolve after a period of time.  The most important action is a physical exam by your plastic surgeon to assure that you don't have a hernia.  Otherwise, treat the pain symptomatically with ice/heat (not directly on your skin) and anti-inflammatory medications.

Robert Morgan Davoudi, MD

Atlanta Plastic Surgeon

Borderline Needing a Lift. Are Subglandular Silicone Implants Right for my Ptosis? (photo)

I've had consults with 3 PS's and am considering around 450cc silicone implants placed over the muscle. I don't want a lift at this time and one PS told me this would be my best option for a lifting effect without a lift. I don't have kids yet and would be open to a full lift in the future, instead of just having a circumareolar mastopexy now. Would HP or mod profile implants be best for upper-pole fullness? And would 450cc silicone in the subglandular position be appropriate for me?

The submuscular position will look much more natural, less palpable, and decrease the chance of implant migration and malposition in the feature when compared with the implant on top of the muscle.  Futher, lookin at you profile pic, the nipple-areaola is in a perfect location (one centimeter above the fold under the breast), and thus no lifting required. This is indeed very good news, in that it avoids unnecessary scars on your breast.  I definitly agree with your decision about choosing silicone (softer/more natural).  Good luck.

Robert Morgan Davoudi, MD

Atlanta Plastic Surgeon