I'm wondering about the likelihood of bumpy legs if using my legs as the donor lipo site for a fat transfer to breast procedure. I am 5'6", 130 lbs, 34AA (sz 2 pants). I don't have enough midsection fat to harvest, instead always gaining in my legs. I was told I'd need lipo from saddle bags, banana rolls and front of thighs to get enough, but one place turned me away bc of lumpiness risks from lipo from front and rear. Curious the real risks there?
Answer: Risks of deformities harvesting thigh fat for breast augmentation When you are a AA cup, you are not going to get much of an augmentation with fat transfer, maybe 100-140 cc will remain with a primary fat transfer. That's why the BRAVA procedure was invented to be able to put more fat in. Dr. Khouri can do this harvesting from multiple access points and get enough fat for BRAVA breast augmentation or reconstruction, usually staged. But he's an expert and specializes in this. Us regular plastic surgeons would have to be very careful harvesting fat from smooth normal front of thighs for breast augmentation. And beware taking anything from the banana, or you will end up with a saggy buttock fold. Unless you want to settle for an A/B cup or have multiple fat transfer procedures, I would strongly reconsider using implants after all.
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Answer: Risks of deformities harvesting thigh fat for breast augmentation When you are a AA cup, you are not going to get much of an augmentation with fat transfer, maybe 100-140 cc will remain with a primary fat transfer. That's why the BRAVA procedure was invented to be able to put more fat in. Dr. Khouri can do this harvesting from multiple access points and get enough fat for BRAVA breast augmentation or reconstruction, usually staged. But he's an expert and specializes in this. Us regular plastic surgeons would have to be very careful harvesting fat from smooth normal front of thighs for breast augmentation. And beware taking anything from the banana, or you will end up with a saggy buttock fold. Unless you want to settle for an A/B cup or have multiple fat transfer procedures, I would strongly reconsider using implants after all.
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Answer: Fat transfer? I would recommend harvesting the fat from your inner thighs, and it looks like you may have some in your lower tummy, but an in-person exam would help in assessing these area. Your skin looks like you have great elasticity so I would not be overly concerned with lumps given good technique. Thank you.
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Answer: Fat transfer? I would recommend harvesting the fat from your inner thighs, and it looks like you may have some in your lower tummy, but an in-person exam would help in assessing these area. Your skin looks like you have great elasticity so I would not be overly concerned with lumps given good technique. Thank you.
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June 19, 2023
Answer: Risks of using leg fat for fat transfer to breast procedure? Hello @Phenomenal920183, thank you for your question. To make an informed recommendation, more information is needed. A consultation is vital to establishing a surgical plan that meets your needs, meets your expectations, and takes into account what is possible. Best wishes! Alan Gonzalez MD, FACS. American Society of Plastic Surgery Member (ASPS), International Federation for Adipose Therapeutics and Science Member (IFATS), American Society of Plastic Surgery Member (ASPS), Colombian Society of Plastic Surgery member (SCCP)
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June 19, 2023
Answer: Risks of using leg fat for fat transfer to breast procedure? Hello @Phenomenal920183, thank you for your question. To make an informed recommendation, more information is needed. A consultation is vital to establishing a surgical plan that meets your needs, meets your expectations, and takes into account what is possible. Best wishes! Alan Gonzalez MD, FACS. American Society of Plastic Surgery Member (ASPS), International Federation for Adipose Therapeutics and Science Member (IFATS), American Society of Plastic Surgery Member (ASPS), Colombian Society of Plastic Surgery member (SCCP)
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June 18, 2023
Answer: Lumpiness should not be a problem if done carefully. It is a potential risk of course, but if the technique is meticulous should be possible to avoid irregularity.
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June 18, 2023
Answer: Lumpiness should not be a problem if done carefully. It is a potential risk of course, but if the technique is meticulous should be possible to avoid irregularity.
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June 17, 2023
Answer: Fat transfer The likelihood of developing bumpy or uneven skin after liposuction can depend on various factors, including the technique used, the skill of the surgeon, and individual healing characteristics.
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June 17, 2023
Answer: Fat transfer The likelihood of developing bumpy or uneven skin after liposuction can depend on various factors, including the technique used, the skill of the surgeon, and individual healing characteristics.
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