Breast fat transfer & abdomen tightening - is this possible? (Photo)

But the only problem is the fat transfer to the breast will not be able to correct the asymmetry of the breasts. Also depends on what size your goal is , you might need multiple rounds of fat transfer. Regarding the tummy , the skin laxity needs to be evaluated in exam in order to make the final decision but you might be a good candidate for skin tightening .

The choice of fat transfer will depend on the availability of fat to be harvested and the expectation of breast size. There are limitation of size to be gained from a single session of fat grafting. For most people with minimal body fat, fat transfer only can not provide their desired outcome, and will need an implant. As for Tummy, there are multiple procedure available, but generally speaking a mini or full abdominoplasty would give the better result in most cases. An in person consult would help in providing you with a more tailored answer. All the best!

Thank you for your questions regarding breast and abdomen procedures.

There are non surgical options for the abdomen. You could be a candidate for fat transfer to the breasts as well. I would recommend an in person consultation with two or more experienced board certified plastic surgeons in you area for a complete evaluation and to review your goals and get realistic expectations.

Best wishes!

Breast fat transfer is an excellent procedure that will harvest fat from the abdomen or other areas and transfer the fat to the breast. The effect that the fat transfer will have is highly dependent on the amount of fat there is to transfer. The fat is typically harvested from the abdomen, flanks, back, and inner thighs. Based on these pictures, it would seem as if you would have minimal fat to harvest. This, overall, is a good thing as it means that you are overall of a healthy weight. However, it means that you may require a different plan to give you the results you desire. Excess fullness in the abdomen is likely due to skin excess and not fat excess, which would require a mini-abdominoplasty (tummy tuck) or full tummy tuck. Breast rejuvenation may best be achieved through a lift with or without implants. Only a full physical exam with a board-certified plastic surgeon will be able to give you the appropriate full surgical plan.

Fat transfer to the breasts is definitely possible. You do not appear to have a lot of excess fat, so you may gain a small amount (1/2 cup) in breast size. You would need a lift to create more perky breasts. The abdominal tightening is a tricker question. It does appear that you have loose skin as evident from the wrinkling of the lower abdominal skin from your photos. It is hard to appreciate if there are stretch marks. You also have loose appearing muscles in the lower abdomen because there is bulging there. While liposuction will cause some skin tightening, it concurrently creates excess skin by removing the underlying fat. It is hard to determine without an exam whether your skin will recoil after liposuction. Liposuction would not address the muscles. I would recommend consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon to discuss your concerns.

Hello @A_Queen, thank you for your question. You can consider a 360 liposculpture with laser, Vaser and micro air technologies to improve the body shapes, give a more even contour and the skin that is left over in the abdomen area has a better retraction without the need to make cuts. It is also an option to have a breast fat transfer for the volume of the upper part of the breast. The best course of action is to consult one or several board certified plastic surgeons for more information and options tailored specifically to your needs. Best wishes! Alan Gonzalez, MD FACS.

Like all things, there are pros and cons to various options. There is no single right answer. It depends on your situation, goals and tolerance to different things.

Breast fat transfer can be great for someone with fat to harvest and more modest size goals. The biggest benefit is avoiding an implant. However, it has limitations, particularly if someone wants a full breast.

Tummy tightening also has various options. The most tightening comes from a tummy tuck. It is important that you find a surgeon who places scars low and creates what you think is a natural looking belly button. Other options provide less tightening but may have other benefits.

A consultation or two to get some opinions in person is going to be your best bet. Virtual consults although convenient have their own limitations.

Rodger Shortt, Plastic Surgeon, Oakville, Ontario.

A small lift combined with fat transfer is a great option for women who want to restore a youthful look after the changes of breast feeding and pregnancy but are happy with their existing size. Combining a lift with fat transfer can improve shape and perkiness without the use of an implant. Abdominal liposuction combined with j-plasma can improve the abdominal contour in women with minimal excess skin and no diathesis. The fat from the abdomen can be used for the transfer to the breast.

Dear A_Queen,
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, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

This would be a good procedure to obtain some volume in your breasts, maybe 1/2-1 cup size. The breast volume may dissipate with time and this may need to be repeated.