Which method of liposuction is best for fat transfer breast augmentation? Is Smartlipo Triplex a bad choice?

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Smartlipo Triplex and fat transfer to the breast

John L. Burns Jr., MD · Answer

The only way to do fat transfer is with standard tumescent liposuction.  Using a laser or ultrasound assisted device will kill the fat cells prior to transfer and makes no sense.  I use a large bore Mercedes tip cannula and wet technique (not superwet) to preserve adipocytes.  I also avoid basket cannulas or power assisted liposuction techniques because I believe these are more traumatizing to the fat cells you need to survive the transfer and give a permanent result.

Christopher J. Davidson, MD, FACS · Answer

I do not recommend using Smart lipo for fat grafting and to instead use the traditional technique of lipo with either a suction machine or a hand-held suction device.

Janet Woodyard, MD · Answer

Smart Lipo would not be a good choice for fat harvesting if the fat is to be used in fat transfer. It causes too much tissue destruction. Usually the least destructive methods for fat harvesting are traditional liposuction, power assisted liposuction and manual liposuction with a handheld syringe and cannula.

Gregory T. Lynam, MD · Answer

Great question! No laser lipo!! kills cells. Vaser ultrasonic is fine and the cell packets smaller and may incorporate better. Good Luck!

Christopher Park, MD · Answer

Laser and ultrasonic energy sre useful adjuncts to liposuction as they are used to create and energy and heat to melt fat, lessen bleeding, and tighten skin.   However, I would not recommend using for fat transfer for the same reasons. You do not want to inject damaged fat.

Which method of liposuction is best for fat transfer breast augmentation? Is Smartlipo Triplex a bad choice?

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Answer: Fat transfer

Answer: Fat transfer

Answer: Avoid laser lipolysis with fat grafting

Answer: Avoid laser lipolysis with fat grafting

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Which method of liposuction is best for fat transfer breast augmentation? Is Smartlipo Triplex a bad choice?

Answers (7)

Answer: Fat transfer

Answer: Fat transfer

Answer: Avoid laser lipolysis with fat grafting

Answer: Avoid laser lipolysis with fat grafting

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