How soon after a breast augmentation can you get fat transfer to the breast?

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After a breast augmentation with implants how long do you have to wait until you can have fat transfer to the breast?

Leyla Arvas, MD · Answer

The amount of time you need to wait before having a fat transfer to the breasts after a breast augmentation with implants can vary depending on the specific circumstances of your surgery and your individual healing process.
In general, it's important to wait until your breast implants have fully settled and your breast tissue has fully healed before undergoing any additional breast procedures. This typically takes several months, and your surgeon will advise you on the specific timeline for your situation.
Hi, If you undergo fat transfer to the breasts too soon after breast augmentation, it could potentially impact the placement of your implants or interfere with your healing process. Additionally, the fat grafts may not take well if the breast tissue is still recovering from the previous surgery.
It's essential to discuss your specific case with your plastic surgeon to determine when it is safe and appropriate for you to undergo a fat transfer to the breasts after breast augmentation with implants. They can assess your individual situation and provide you with personalized recommendations based on your unique needs and circumstances.

Derek Fletcher, MD · Answer

I recommend a minimum of 3 months between procedures. The average adult takes at least 3 months to get through the biological milestones of inflammation and swelling. It also depends on which kind of implants you have. Most smooth, round implants drop and fluff faster than textured anatomic implants, which may affect timing of surgery as well.

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

Fat grafting can be successful after breast implants to improve shape and size discrepancies. Some of the success will depend upon existing tissue available for receiving the fat.

Justin Yovino, MD, FACS · Answer

Following an implant based breast augmentation, I find that the best time to move forward with breast fat transfer is after about 3 months. You want the breast augmentation to settle into place and the healing to be complete before subjecting the breasts to more surgery. The aesthetic plan and result can be tailored more precisely when the surgical site is stable. We perform fat transfer to the breasts all the time and this does not require general anesthesia. Patients are relaxed with medications by mouth and the breasts are numbed.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Honest468593,
you should be fully healed prior to another surgery. If you are considering surgery, I would suggest you consult a board-certified plastic surgeon. Only after a thorough examination, you will get more information and recommendations.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

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