I am vehemently opposed to getting breast implants but I've always wanted large breasts. It makes me sad that I don't have full cleavage to show off in low cut tops or lingerie. I'm a B cup and I'd like to be a D cup or at the very least a full C. What is the the survival rate of fat to the breasts? And is there anything that can be done to ensure that the fat survives?
July 21, 2017
Answer: Fat transfer to breasts A fat transfer to your breasts is an alternative to undergoing a traditional breast augmentation with implants. Generally, the procedure can increase your cup size some if you have enough donor fat to harvest from other areas of your body. One could generally go up one size maximum. To go from an A cup to a C cup or D cup is unrealistic in general. However, going from a full B to a mid C cup is possible. I have had excellent results with purified fat transfer to the breast but managing expectations with the patient is key. I recommend an in person consult with a board certified plastic surgeon to address a cosmetic treatment plan that best suits your needs.
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July 21, 2017
Answer: Fat transfer to breasts A fat transfer to your breasts is an alternative to undergoing a traditional breast augmentation with implants. Generally, the procedure can increase your cup size some if you have enough donor fat to harvest from other areas of your body. One could generally go up one size maximum. To go from an A cup to a C cup or D cup is unrealistic in general. However, going from a full B to a mid C cup is possible. I have had excellent results with purified fat transfer to the breast but managing expectations with the patient is key. I recommend an in person consult with a board certified plastic surgeon to address a cosmetic treatment plan that best suits your needs.
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July 20, 2017
Answer: Gaining 2 cup sizes from fat transfer Without an exam, or photos is difficult to provide a specific recommendation or determine the amount of fat available for harvesting. I transfer from 250 cc to 400 cc or so per breast. Fat is placed within the breast, not in the muscle. About 50% of the fat obtains permanence. If you are comfortable with about a one cup size increase, fat transfer would be reasonable. If a second procedure is indicated to increase another cup size, you can usually tell by 6 weeks. Depending upon healing characteristics, it may be reasonable to perform the second surgery at 3 months. Kenneth Hughes, MD, Board Certified Plastic SurgeonLos Angeles, CA
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July 20, 2017
Answer: Gaining 2 cup sizes from fat transfer Without an exam, or photos is difficult to provide a specific recommendation or determine the amount of fat available for harvesting. I transfer from 250 cc to 400 cc or so per breast. Fat is placed within the breast, not in the muscle. About 50% of the fat obtains permanence. If you are comfortable with about a one cup size increase, fat transfer would be reasonable. If a second procedure is indicated to increase another cup size, you can usually tell by 6 weeks. Depending upon healing characteristics, it may be reasonable to perform the second surgery at 3 months. Kenneth Hughes, MD, Board Certified Plastic SurgeonLos Angeles, CA
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