Implants plus fat transfer - how many cc can I expect to gain from the fat transfer?

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I met with my ps and he suggested subfascial silicone with fat transfer. My question is how many cc approximately can I expect to gain from the fat transfer, if any? I am tall and I'm debating between 350 and 400 cc. Thanks.

Martin Jugenburg, MD · Answer

Hello, thank you for your question. Fat transfers to breast generate on average half a cup size so usually 50-100cc. even if 250 was injected only half of that fat survives. If you are looking for about greater than 200cc consider an implant or two or three rounds of fat injection. Speak to your plastic surgeon on outcomes. Feel free to access our website to review fat transfers to breasts.

Camille Cash, MD · Answer

I encourage you to visit again with your surgeon for more information.  What is the purpose of having both fat transfer and implants?  The amount of fat transferred will vary by patient and will be according to the purpose of the transfer.  Typically patients are able to achieve their breast augmentation goals with implants alone unless there is a specific reason to also include the fat transfer.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Optimistic462204,
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

Finny George, MD · Answer

Hi, thank you for sharing your question. While large volume fat grafting to the breast is not recommended, you can achieve a great result with implants and targeted fat grafting using 100-150cc of fat.

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

Usually with fat, you can gain up to one cup, about 150 cc's, per transfer. If you want more, you need implants or several transfers.

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