Has anyone heard of positive effects from melatonin, high carb diets, and insulin on breast fat transfer surgery?

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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?

Ronald J. Edelson, MD · Answer

Fat transfer is a poor operation. Don’t even bother. If a surgeon recommends it, go to their website and look at their results, if they even show them. There is little GOOD research on fat transfer. If there were it would expose how poor the results are and how little fat remains, regardless of technique.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear LibbyBooby,
I understand your concern. It is best that you consult your plastic surgeon regarding post operative care and management (i.e including massage techniques and timing) specific to your case. Your surgeon knows your condition well and has preferences on when and what to use for faster healing and recovery. Post operative care and management depends on the type of surgery performed and the technique used during surgery among other factors.It is best, however, that you follow your plastic surgeon's advice on post operative care management for a smooth and faster healing and recovery.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

I recommend that my patients continue to eat enough fat during the first 3 months of healing and not loose any weight.

Has anyone heard of positive effects from melatonin, high carb diets, and insulin on breast fat transfer surgery?

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