Would a breast fat transfer on slim person have better results than someone larger?

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Hi there, I'm wondering if fat transfer to the breast on a slim person would have better results than someone larger. Wouldn't the same amount of fat injected to the breasts look larger on someone who is smaller? Thanks :)

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

3/4 cup size increase is about average for one fat transfer procedure. The fat transfer volumes to each breast may range from 240 cc to 360 cc in most cases. About 50% of the fat survives, on average.
Thinner patients are outstanding candidates in my opinion, because the fat transferred is extremely resistant. Results are largely dependent upon the skill of the surgeon, his/her ability to remove fat without creating contour deformities, and your expectations.

Alan Gonzalez, MD, FACS · Answer

Hello @Genius891839 thank you for your question. Breast fat transfer is a technique that allows to improve breast fullness, but lets not forget is a method to enhance the proportions of the body because the fat to be transfer si from the patient own body. It requires a proper assessment, to obtain and meet patient expectation. Best Wishes! Alan Gonzalez MD FACS

Ronald J. Edelson, MD · Answer

In any instance fat transfer is a hit or miss operation. I don’t do the procedure because I think the results are lousy. Not to mention that later you may get lumps forming

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Genius891839,
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

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

Slim patients often are very limited in donor fat, whereby larger patients have plenty of donor fat to use. Less fat transferred is less volume.

Mats Hagstrom, MD (license on probation) · Answer

The amount of breast size increase is limited to the size of the breast to start with and the amount of fat available for injection.

Soft tissues can be increased by a certain percentage so patients with small breasts will have small breast that are slightly larger with his procedure well patients with large breast will have large breasts that are even larger with the procedure.

Soft tissues can be increased by a certain percentage so patients with small breasts will have small breast that are slightly larger with his procedure well patients with large breast will have large breasts that are even larger with the procedure. Total breast volume can be increased by about 50% with one round of fat transfer.

Slim people often have smaller breast so the appearance or final outcome tends to be a wash in that way.

Delivering consistent high-quality liposuction and fat transfer results is more difficult than most people believe. Even in the hands of highly experienced providers the outcome of the procedure is still subtle.

Fat transfer can increase breast size by one half to maximum one cup if done perfectly.

That transfer does not change the shape of the breast much.  for patients who desire a change in breast shape different procedures may offer a better solution.

For most patients implants will give better results.

Best,

Mats Hagstrom MD

Would a breast fat transfer on slim person have better results than someone larger?

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