Breast fat transfer to increase cleavage - does this have the effect of changing the inter-nipple distance?

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I am wondering if I have fat transfer to my breasts to create more defined cleavage, in general, does this have the effect of changing the inter-nipple distance? Does it tend to bring the nipples slightly more medial?

Alan Gonzalez, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello @Cute3330, Thank you for your question. Breast fat transfer, or Lipo injection to the breast, is a procedure where fat is extracted from one area of the body and, after a process, the fat is seeded in the breast to enhance its shape and size. In that way, breast fat transfer by creating volume in the inner breast improves the cleavega area, but the nipples remain in their position. The best course of action is to consult a board-certified plastic surgeon for more information and options tailored specifically to your needs. Best wishes! Alan Gonzalez MD, FACS. American Society of Plastic Surgery Member (ASPS), International Federation for Adipose Therapeutics and Science Member (IFATS), Colombian Society of Plastic Surgery member (SCCP)

Gary M. Horndeski, MD · Answer

Breast fat transfer does not increase cleavage but breast lifts can do that. It is possible to do a mini lift. Using a circumareola incision, your breast tissue is reshaped, elevated higher on the chest wall and more medial to increase your cleavage.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Cute3330,
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, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

Adding fat to the inner breast area will not decrease the distance between the nipples. Usually, the amount of fat added will not increase the distance either. If too much is added, the distance could increase.

Mats Hagstrom, MD (license on probation) · Answer

Breast fat transfer is a modest subtle procedure. It can increase breast size by approximately 1/2 cup or about 50% of breast volume. Why the procedure can make the breast slightly larger. It has very little impact on the shape of the breast, cannot change the nipple position in any significant way. The procedure is not good for breast projection, and will not create the illusion of having cleavage. To get breast projection, or create cleavage implants augmentation is a far better option.
Breast fat transfer does not change the shape of the breast in any significant way. The procedure is appropriate for women who are happy with the shape of their breast. Just want them slightly larger.
Best,
Mats Hagstrom, MD

Breast fat transfer to increase cleavage - does this have the effect of changing the inter-nipple distance?

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