I am too skinny to have fat transfer. Is it possible to grow fat in a lab and after transfer it into your body?

Question

I have small breast and also have some liposuction irregularities that I want to correct with fat transfer. I don't like to use anything that's not from myself such as body fillers or implants. I am too skinny, if you take away the small amount of fat that I still have, it will cause other problem area's. Gaining weight isn't an option, since it is very hard for me + I don't have enough fat cells. I want my body nice/ curvy/ feminine. I don't like the fitness body or small breast.

Thomas Fiala, MD, FACS, FRCSC · Answer

There is another possibility that you should consider:  using Sculptra in the areas that need some fill or contour correction, since fat transfer might not be an option.  Best to speak with a plastic surgeon in your area who is familiar with body contouring revisions.All the best,

Alexander Aslani, MD · Answer

It is very hard to give you a satisfactory answer without pictures.Many patients actually have good fat reserves and are not aware of it (sometimes of course it is the other way round), so first check with the surgeon of your choice what he thinks.I think one can get very nice results our of patients with very little fat, as long as their expectations are somewhat realistic.If really no fat is available, you will need to consider alternatives.

I am too skinny to have fat transfer. Is it possible to grow fat in a lab and after transfer it into your body?

Answers (2)

Recommended reading

Everything you need to know about Breast Fat Transfer

Our mission is to create a world where every investment in modern beauty is Worth It.

I am too skinny to have fat transfer. Is it possible to grow fat in a lab and after transfer it into your body?

Answers (2)

Browse related questions

Recommended reading

Everything you need to know about Breast Fat Transfer

Our mission is to create a world where every investment in modern beauty is Worth It.