Outcomes and cost of breast implant removal and fat grafting on thin women?

Dear Patient! Thanks for your question! Usually when you have your implants removed your Surgeon would need to clean the are in case there probably is a capsule.  You would also have to consult with your Board Certified Plastic surgeon as whether you're a good candidate for Fat Transfer to the Breasts, if you have too much ptosis (loose or sagging breasts) fat transfer might not be an option to give you the result you're looking for!  If after a consultation the surgeon determines it might be an option for you to do the Fat Grafting, the procedure might be more costly than a Breast Augmentation with Silicone Gel Implants, anywhere upwards of $6,500 
Hope this helps!  

It is possible to have the implants removed and the fat transfer performed in the same operating day.  You will need to have an examination to determine if you are a good candidate for the procedure due to your thin frame.  You may also need to address loose skin from the implant removal.  It is best to start with a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon in your area.

If you don't need the capsule removed then fat grafting is a good option to help restore volume.  Because of your low BMI it would require an in person exam to give you a more accurate plan.

Hello and thank you for your excellent question. Yes, it is possible to simultaneously remove the implants, and fat graft the breast. However, fat grafting provides less support to the breast than an implant. When the implant is removed, it is likely that you will have a significant amount of resultant droopiness, or ptosis, of the breast. It may be necessary to perform a lift at the same time.  This decision should be based on a detailed discussion with equal input from both you and your surgeon.    Make sure you specifically look at before and after pictures of real patients who have had this surgery performed by your surgeon and evaluate their results.   The most important aspect is to find a surgeon you are comfortable with. I recommend that you seek consultation in person with a qualified board-certified plastic surgeon. Good luck! 

Best,

Jon Ver Halen, MD FACS 
Harvard educated plastic surgeo