I am considering a fat transfer for breast augmentation. My breasts are barely a B after three years of breastfeeding. I was routinely a full B prior to breastfeeding and my breasts increased to over a D cup while nursing. My question is, if my skin has already been stretched because there was previously more breast tissue/breast volume, and that volume is now gone, would I still need to wear a Brava? I am trying to understand what exactly the Brava does, and if it is required in all cases.
March 3, 2020
Answer: Bellesoma Lift instead of Brava Since your breasts have increased in size while breast feeding and decreased after, you have excess skin. The excess skin allows you to have a breast lift. The technique I recommend is The Bellesoma Method. This will reshape your breast tissue creating upper pole fullness without implants, elevate them higher on the chest wall and more medial to increase your cleavage. Vertical scars are avoided, nipple sensation (in 95%) and the ability to breast feed are maintained. At the same time or later, fat transfers can be performed if additional volume is desired. The Brava system is no longer available in the US and not necessary in your case.Best Wishes,Gary Horndeski, M.D.
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March 3, 2020
Answer: Bellesoma Lift instead of Brava Since your breasts have increased in size while breast feeding and decreased after, you have excess skin. The excess skin allows you to have a breast lift. The technique I recommend is The Bellesoma Method. This will reshape your breast tissue creating upper pole fullness without implants, elevate them higher on the chest wall and more medial to increase your cleavage. Vertical scars are avoided, nipple sensation (in 95%) and the ability to breast feed are maintained. At the same time or later, fat transfers can be performed if additional volume is desired. The Brava system is no longer available in the US and not necessary in your case.Best Wishes,Gary Horndeski, M.D.
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March 3, 2020
Answer: Postoperative protocol Dear lex_ladybug, every plastic surgeon has his own postoperative protocol which he recommends to his patients. I would suggest you to discuss this with your plastic surgeon. Daniel Barrett, MD Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
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March 3, 2020
Answer: Postoperative protocol Dear lex_ladybug, every plastic surgeon has his own postoperative protocol which he recommends to his patients. I would suggest you to discuss this with your plastic surgeon. Daniel Barrett, MD Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
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