I had my implants removed (Capsulectomy, Enbloc) 6 months ago and want to do a fat transfer from my stomach to my breast. The implants were placed under the muscle. I have two questions. 1) Will the fat be less likely to take to the breast, due to the muscle being cut from the implants? 2) What are the odds of getting Necrosis?
September 7, 2018
Answer: Fat grafting is your best option. Fat grafting is your only option if you want to avoid the use of implants. The good news is that this is an effective way to add volume to breasts and to correct deformity following previous implantation and explantation. The fat is placed under the skin, and behind the breast tissue and occasionally in the muscle and in the breast tissue itself. Providing that you have sufficient fat to harvest this is an excellent procedure.
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September 7, 2018
Answer: Fat grafting is your best option. Fat grafting is your only option if you want to avoid the use of implants. The good news is that this is an effective way to add volume to breasts and to correct deformity following previous implantation and explantation. The fat is placed under the skin, and behind the breast tissue and occasionally in the muscle and in the breast tissue itself. Providing that you have sufficient fat to harvest this is an excellent procedure.
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September 7, 2018
Answer: Implant removal Dear Dbbh,earlier position of implants should have no negative effect on fat viability. Generally speaking, fat transfer is a great option after implant removal. If you are considering a surgery, I would suggest you to consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations.Daniel Barrett, MD
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September 7, 2018
Answer: Implant removal Dear Dbbh,earlier position of implants should have no negative effect on fat viability. Generally speaking, fat transfer is a great option after implant removal. If you are considering a surgery, I would suggest you to consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations.Daniel Barrett, MD
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