Is 100-150 cc Breast Fat Transfer worth the risk? Will that amount make any difference?

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Is 100-150 ccs worth the Fat Transfer? Im having a tummy tuck with muscle repair and lipo. I asked about fat transfer to breast since I would be getting lipo to compliment the tummy tuck. The doctor said I don’t have much fat to take. He thought he would only be able to transfer 100-150ccs.I would love to restore fullness after breastfeeding 4 kids. I worry about lumps, necrosis & oil cysts. Understanding not all of the fat will be retained is it worth having? Will 100cc make any difference?

Gary M. Horndeski, MD · Answer

Your breasts are low on the chest wall and have bottom fullness.  The technique I recommend is a lift using The Bellesoma Method.  This will reshape your breast tissue creating upper pole fullness without implants, elevate them higher on the chest wall and more medial to increase your cleavage.  Vertical scars are avoided, nipple sensation (in 95%) and the ability to breast feed are maintained.  Later, fat transfers can be performed if additional volume is desired.

Best Wishes,

Gary Horndeski, M.D.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Researcher22,
fat transfer breast augmentation is a viable alternative for women who desire larger breasts without the use of implants. Fat transfer is also widely used in reconstruction of the breast after a mastectomy or lumpectomy. It can also be very effective in correcting the size and shape of the breasts due to genetic problems such as tuberous breast or Poland Syndrome, two conditions that look like misshapen or underdeveloped breasts.In addition, the following scenarios are also reason to consider breast fat grafting:• If you have chest areas that appear creased and sunken• If you desire more permanent correction than is provided by temporary fillers• If you wish to improve your body contour, revise scars, fill bodily depressions and rejuvenate the natural curve of your breasts• To fill in contour irregularities or hide obvious signs of breast implantsYou should discuss your concerns with a board certified plastic surgeon and make sure your surgeon understands your concerns and your breast augmentation goals. 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

Darryl J. Blinski, MD · Answer

It depends on which state you are having surgery done. In Florida only can lipo 1 liter of fat with Tt by office surgery rules. Therefore max amount of transferrable fat is 500 cc's per breasts. At 250-500 cc there will be a noticeable difference. At 100-150 cc doubtful if any differences. Also additional fees should be incurred if adding to TT BTW.

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