After breast reconstruction I want my implants removed and do fat grafting/transfer. Can this happen in one surgery?

January 12, 2015
Asked By:brewog in Wyoming, WY

I am 47 years old and had a double mastectomy 4 years ago. I had immediate nipple sparing reconstruction with aloderm and silicone implants. Looks good, but they are uncomfortable and painful after workouts. I would like to get the implants removed and have fat grafting/transfer treatments to rebuild my breasts. Can this be done in one surgery? Would I need to use the brava even if there is room from the implants? Does the fat go over or under the pec muscle? Don't want to do a flap surgery.

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