What is Lipofilling and how is it used for breast reconstruction?

There has recently been increased interest in the use of structural fat grafts for breast reconstruction to camouflage chest wall anomalies.  Anecdotal reports of "lipofilling" have been reported to improve lateral rippling and wrinkling in saline breast implants, however there isn't a uniform... more

Minor imperfections that occur with breast reconstructions can be minimized by various biological substances from fat grafts to Alloderm or acellular cadaver dermal matrix. Each has advantages and disadvantages that you should discuss with your plastic surgeon.

The classic methods for breast reconstruction include expanders/implants ,implants only or using your own tissues (abdominal tissues, back tissues etc.) Lipofilling (microfat) proved to be a safe and effective technique in other areas of the body (face, buttocks etc.) When used in the breast... more