Can I choose where my fat is grafted from for my breast augmentation?

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My surgeon has said I'll need fat grafting for my BA. I know most will harvest a small amount from the inner thigh. But I have axillary fat which annoys me so was hoping he could suck out the fat from there instead. Is this possible? I think it would make the overall look of my new boobs nicer too....

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

In general, the abdomen and thighs are preferred donor sites but fat from other areas can be used. The fat must be injected through multiple planes in small amounts to the breast tissue through one tiny incision under each breast.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear beauty395,
it is hard to tell for sure without an examination. If you are considering surgery, I would suggest you consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination, you will get more information and recommendations.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Ronald J. Edelson, MD · Answer

There probably is not enough fat to transfer from the axillary. But you could have that area suctioned at the same time as the rest of the procedure

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

Fat can be taken wherever you have excess. Some axillary fullness is actual breast tissue and not fat and is not useable.  Please discuss this with your surgeon.

Douglas Taranow, DO, FACOS · Answer

You should definitely vocalize your concerns with your surgeon.  The axillary fat is usually suboptimal in volume to aid in augmenting the breasts so your surgeon will undoubtedly use other areas as well.  Let he/she know where you would like the fat harvested and see what their response is.
Best wishes.
Dr. Taranow

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