I heard that taking melatonin for a week before and a week after breast fat transfer will stabilize the cells and increase fat survivability. Is there any research on this? I also heard that eating more carbs to raise insulin levels causes the fat transfer to take better. Is there any science that confirms this? Is there any scientific research that points to or confirms either of these claims, or any other supplement/diet in increasing fat survival rates? Would it hurt to try these anyway?
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Rigotomy is used to release and cut through areas of scar tissue or fibrosis. Fat grafting is adding volume to an area with fat. No, they are not the same and usually not used together in most patients.
Thanks for your question. In general, about 60% of fat that is transferred survives. As a result, some patients require multiple procedures to ultimately get to the appearance they desire. With weight fluctuations, the fat in the recipient sites may fluctuate. I hope this helps. Please talk to...
