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How Long Does Fat Graft Breast Augmentation Last????

asked 1 year ago by LaToya N in South Korea
Latest answer by Otto Joseph Placik, MD
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I see that it is safer but I dont know how long it lasts. Is it lifetime change or does it last for a couple of years. Like how long can I expect to see the enhancements from the fat graft breast augmentations? I am a very very very small Acup if that and I just want to be a Bcup I dont want to be all big breasted just a size that fits me....Thanks for your help

7 answers to How Long Does Fat Graft Breast Augmentation Last????

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Fat grafting to the breast: long term

There is a lack of sufficient data to substantiate long term volume corrections and changes. This is a procedure which has only been performed over the past 10 years and the long term follow up is still being collected. Theoretically it should last a lifetime and will change with weight gain and loss.
Otto Joseph Placik, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon
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Fat grafting to breasts is a great option

While the debate continues as to what percentage of the fat grafted to breasts survives, whatever survives will then stay forever. Once fat cells are able to survive the procedure, they become a part of the breast and live on. This is unlike fillers that over time degrade and have to be re-filled. Sincerely, Martin Jugenburg, MD
Martin Jugenburg, MD

Toronto Plastic Surgeon

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Fat Injection is Still in Its Early Stages

Scientific studies suggest that about 50% of the injected fat is permanent, although results vary from person to person. If your skin is tight, the fat will not do very well and you will probably need to have your skin stretched over a period of months with a special device. The technique of fat injection for breast augmentation is still in its infancy, so you may want to wait a few years for more information and better results.
George Sanders, MD

Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon
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Fat grafting for breast augmentation

It is hard to definitely say how much of it will last. But in most studies and in most patients it is fair to say that 50-60% of the fat injected will remain after one year. But that may not be enough to make you a B from an A-. If you are looking for a safe and long lasting result I would recommend getting a small implant that will achieve your goals. Cohesive gel implants that are contoured are a good option for naturally looking breasts in a thin person. Best of luck.... more
Dana Khuthaila, MD

New York Plastic Surgeon
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Fat graft breasts

Fat grafting is still not the state of the art for breast augmentation and a more reliable choice is using implants. Some fat will resorb and you more than likely will need multiple procedures to achieve the result you are looking for.
Steven Wallach, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon
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How Long Does Fat Graft Breast Augmentation Last????

If the fat is treated via stem cell activation + PRP than at least few years. Regards from MIAMI Dr. Darryl J. Blinski. PS look for an ADISTEM doctor. 
Darryl J. Blinski, MD

Miami Plastic Surgeon
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How long does fat grafting to the breast last

I just returned from an international breast surgery symposium and most of the studies revealed that about half of the fat that is injected into the breast will survive.  This means that after about 4-6 months after the surgery, you will be left with about 50% of the volume that was injected.  The remainder will and should be permanent.  In order to be a good candidate for this procedure you must have relatively loose skin that will allow expansion and stretching of the... more
William Bruno, MD

Beverly Hills Plastic Surgeon

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