I had en bloc breast implant removal with donut lift and fat transfer to bilateral breasts four days ago. I am wondering if these swollen flat nippled breasts will ultimately drop and look more natural with nipples that actually point out again? I had 400cc and 500cc fat transfers to my breasts. Any information or photos you could share with me would be greatly appreciated!!
October 31, 2018
Answer: Fat transfer Dear UnhappyCups,I understand your concern and it is quite normal to be concerned about the outcome following fat transfer. However, you are still in the very early stages of the healing process.Your will need to be patient at this moment and follow what your surgeon has instructed you to do post operatively.At the early stage of the healing process, the tissues are still swollen. Once the swelling subsides you will be able to see the final result of your surgery.Daniel Barrett, MD
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October 31, 2018
Answer: Fat transfer Dear UnhappyCups,I understand your concern and it is quite normal to be concerned about the outcome following fat transfer. However, you are still in the very early stages of the healing process.Your will need to be patient at this moment and follow what your surgeon has instructed you to do post operatively.At the early stage of the healing process, the tissues are still swollen. Once the swelling subsides you will be able to see the final result of your surgery.Daniel Barrett, MD
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Answer: Fat transfer First, "en bloc" is a term reserved for cancer surgery only and removal of breast tissue outside the capsule. You probably had the capsules removed. Second, no, fat does not fluff and drop, but stays where it is placed. Swelling does subside slowly and some fat fails to live. You can usually expect to keep up to 50-70% of the fat transferred.
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Answer: Fat transfer First, "en bloc" is a term reserved for cancer surgery only and removal of breast tissue outside the capsule. You probably had the capsules removed. Second, no, fat does not fluff and drop, but stays where it is placed. Swelling does subside slowly and some fat fails to live. You can usually expect to keep up to 50-70% of the fat transferred.
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