Alternatives to Breast Implants?

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I'm looking for alternatives to any breast implant. The idea of a "foreign thing" in my body just sets off red lights in my mind. I've heard of estrogen injections, fat grafting/transfer, and hormone therapy as options, but of course would like to know the risks involved -- just as I'd like to know the risk involved in anything to do with my breasts. If their are any other options, please let me know!

Jaime S. Schwartz, MD, FACS · Answer

I appreciate your question
  
I perform a natural breast augmentation with fat. This can be removed from any unwanted areas including the breast itself as part of my lipo-lift procedure. I perform the fat grafting in multiple planes including under the muscle to give the best, most natural enhancement. Fat grafting is a great solution for someone who wants to bring their breast size up a cup or so and use natural tissue vs an implant. However, it can also be combined with an implant or used as a secondary procedure to fill in areas that are flat or thin. It should not affect nipple sensation, mammograms, cancer risk or breast feeding. It can be a little lump or hard at first but tends to soften over time. If you gain or lose weight, the transferred fat can do the same.
  
The best way to assess and give true advice would be an in-person exam.  Please see a board-certified plastic surgeon that specializes in aesthetic breast plastic surgery.

Best of luck!

Dr. Schwartz
  
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
  
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Dhaval M. Patel, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. Another alternative to Breast Augmentation would be fat transfer to the breast. The plastic surgeon would liposuction areas of fat from an area and transfer fat to the breasts. However, I would consult in person with a board certified plastic surgeon to see if you are a good candidate. Best of luck!Dhaval M. Patel Double Board Certified Plastic Surgeon Hoffman Estates Barrington Oakbrook Chicago

Martin Jugenburg, MD · Answer

Hi there, Thank you for your question. Breast augmentation with a breast implant is one of the more flexible options for breast enhancement. Fat grafting is also another option. That being said you will have to have enough fat for injection and the size increase will be determined by the available fat. Best, realdrsix

Daniel G. Kuy, MD · Answer

fat grafting the secret alternate F2 breast implants for breast augmentation. Most likely it will take several operation to reach a fuller breast. That increases the cost up front but in the long run one saves with not having to ever replace an implant. Great choice when somebody is interested in liposuction of the body

Peter E. Johnson, MD · Answer

There is nothing in the way of hormonal therapy, exercises, breast creams, or suction devices that will enlarge your breast. Fat grafting is one alternative though if you are concerned with breast shaping and a modest increase in cup size.

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