Am I a candidate for breast fat transfer? (Photo)

To be an ideal candidate for breast transfer requires a few things:
1. Fat to transfer. Flanks, abdo, and thighs are common spots.
2. A place to put it (can double the starting size of the breast at the time of surgery, but will lose a portion)
3. Ideally nice shape to start
4. Modest goals of 1-2 cup size increase at most.
5. An aversion to an implant

It is a great surgery for the right person.

Pick a plastic surgeon that does it a lot and get their opinion.

Dr Rodger Shortt, Oakville, Ontario.

This is an optimal scenario for fat transfer. Localized distribution of the fat in the upper pole of the breast will help with desired fullness in the area of concern. This will no increase your cup size, but will help to fill up your bra. You can harvest from your tummy, hips, waist or inner thighs depending on what area concerns you. Thank you for sharing.

Dear Preencesskiki,
fat transfer breast augmentation is a viable alternative for women who desire larger breasts without the use of implants. Fat transfer is also widely used in reconstruction of the breast after a mastectomy or lumpectomy. It can also be very effective in correcting the size and shape of the breasts due to genetic problems such as tuberous breast or Poland Syndrome, two conditions that look like misshapen or underdeveloped breasts.In addition, the following scenarios are also reason to consider breast fat grafting:• If you have chest areas that appear creased and sunken• If you desire more permanent correction than is provided by temporary fillers• If you wish to improve your body contour, revise scars, fill bodily depressions and rejuvenate the natural curve of your breasts• To fill in contour irregularities or hide obvious signs of breast implantsYou should discuss your concerns with a board certified plastic surgeon and make sure your surgeon understands your concerns and your breast augmentation goals. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations.
Daniel Barrett, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery