Fat transfer for breast reconstruction dying. This is my second fat transfer to my left breast for reconstruction with implant after mastectomy. About 9 months after the transfer, my breast started shrinking and has continued to shrink to the point where my left breast is a full cup size smaller than the right. It first of all is concerning me, secondly I want to know the best options to fix the issue. Increasing the implant size or more fat transfers. Or other options? Thanks!
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Dear D_C_D09,
I understand your concern. However, without a proper assessment, it would be difficult to determine what went wrong. It is best that you visit your plastic surgeon for further assessment or ask for a second opinion. Only after a thorough examination, you can get proper...
Fat transfer, otherwise known as fat grafting, is a procedure where fat is transferred from one area of the body to another. This fat is harvested with liposuction and the small deposits of fat cells are then grafted into healthy surrounding tissues. Usually during fat transfer surgery, only...
Need mote photos with before photos posted or virtual consult. My guess is revision of bilateral N/A complexes, revision bilateral dog ears and excision of axillary fat. Fee from $5,000-$12,000.
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