I want to do a fat transfer to my breasts and a tummy tuck at the same time. I'm nursing my baby and want to do so for as long as I can. But I'm not sure if I'll be able to do the fat transfer in a few months because I'm normally very thin and losing fat quickly. Can I do the fat transfer while nursing (while my breasts are larger than normal from pregnancy/nursing)? Will the extra flow of blood to my breasts help the fat survive? Does the answer change if using BRAVA with the fat transfer?
February 28, 2014
Answer: Fat Transfer to the breast be done while nursing/lactating? The simple answer is no it is not safe and no ethical plastic surgeon would perform that procedure while you are breast feeding.. The rate of potential complications would be excessive.Find a plastic surgeon that you are comfortable with and one that you trust and listen to his or her advice. The surgeon should be certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and ideally a member of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) that you can find using the Smart Beauty Guide. You should discuss your concerns with that surgeon in person. Robert Singer, MD FACS La Jolla, California
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February 28, 2014
Answer: Fat Transfer to the breast be done while nursing/lactating? The simple answer is no it is not safe and no ethical plastic surgeon would perform that procedure while you are breast feeding.. The rate of potential complications would be excessive.Find a plastic surgeon that you are comfortable with and one that you trust and listen to his or her advice. The surgeon should be certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and ideally a member of the American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) that you can find using the Smart Beauty Guide. You should discuss your concerns with that surgeon in person. Robert Singer, MD FACS La Jolla, California
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February 28, 2014
Answer: Recommendation against breast surgery if nursing I advise any nursing mother to stop nursing for at least 6 months before breast surgery. If you are still nursing, I would not perform any type of breast surgery or any elective surgery since you run the risk of having unwanted medication or drugs in your milk that could possibly be transmitted to your baby. This is the safest and healthiest decision for your child.
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February 28, 2014
Answer: Recommendation against breast surgery if nursing I advise any nursing mother to stop nursing for at least 6 months before breast surgery. If you are still nursing, I would not perform any type of breast surgery or any elective surgery since you run the risk of having unwanted medication or drugs in your milk that could possibly be transmitted to your baby. This is the safest and healthiest decision for your child.
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