How long is ideal time to know the results from fat transfer to breasts? My husband is traveling on business for 3 weeks and I'm planning to surprise him with a new me. Would 3 weeks be enough time to conclude that all the dead fat is gone and the shape is final? Also, would it be safe to participate in sex (which might include squeezing) or should breasts not be manipulated for a certain period? I'd like to plan my surgery date based on this as I would not like to disappoint him on our anniversary.
Answer: Final result in breast fat transfer is a bit delayed At three weeks most cells that are not going to survive will have declared themselves. There may still be some swelling at that time. I would say that the result at 6 weeks would be darn close to your final result. I doubt that there is a major difference between 6 weeks and 6 months assuming you don't have a lot of bruising or excessive swelling for whatever reason. I think 3-6 months you will know for sure.The overall shape shouldn't change much after the 3 week period, you may just not be as perky and tight perhaps.There may be tenderness which may limit intimate activity slightly at 3 weeks.
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Answer: Final result in breast fat transfer is a bit delayed At three weeks most cells that are not going to survive will have declared themselves. There may still be some swelling at that time. I would say that the result at 6 weeks would be darn close to your final result. I doubt that there is a major difference between 6 weeks and 6 months assuming you don't have a lot of bruising or excessive swelling for whatever reason. I think 3-6 months you will know for sure.The overall shape shouldn't change much after the 3 week period, you may just not be as perky and tight perhaps.There may be tenderness which may limit intimate activity slightly at 3 weeks.
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January 3, 2017
Answer: Fat Grafting Retention Some patient see results after 6-8 weeks, however, we typically wait to the 3 month mark as a litmus test to discern retention. You want to avoid any manipulation of the breast tissue until 3 months. You can be intimate, however, try to protect your fat cells as much as possible until that point in time.
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January 3, 2017
Answer: Fat Grafting Retention Some patient see results after 6-8 weeks, however, we typically wait to the 3 month mark as a litmus test to discern retention. You want to avoid any manipulation of the breast tissue until 3 months. You can be intimate, however, try to protect your fat cells as much as possible until that point in time.
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September 28, 2021
Answer: How long before I can conclude my breast fat transfer result? You will need at least 6 weeks before you will realize your result. I do not recommend any pressure for the first 6 weeks.
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September 28, 2021
Answer: How long before I can conclude my breast fat transfer result? You will need at least 6 weeks before you will realize your result. I do not recommend any pressure for the first 6 weeks.
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October 18, 2018
Answer: Breast Fat Transfer/ Breast Augmentation/Breast Implants/Anatomic Gummy Bear Implants/ Silicone Implants/Breast Implant Revision I appreciate your question
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October 18, 2018
Answer: Breast Fat Transfer/ Breast Augmentation/Breast Implants/Anatomic Gummy Bear Implants/ Silicone Implants/Breast Implant Revision I appreciate your question
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Answer: How long until you know the final results of fat transfer to the breasts??? Thanks for this question. I usually tell my patients that at three to six months after surgery what you have is what will stay with you. That gives a bit of extra time, but they can be sure the fat is staying at that point!! Another thing that should be stressed is that although you can be intimate with your partner, the breasts should not be manipulated for 3 months after surgery. This is very important for the fat survival. Choose a board certified plastic surgeon who has much experience with performing this procedure. Best of luck in your search.
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Answer: How long until you know the final results of fat transfer to the breasts??? Thanks for this question. I usually tell my patients that at three to six months after surgery what you have is what will stay with you. That gives a bit of extra time, but they can be sure the fat is staying at that point!! Another thing that should be stressed is that although you can be intimate with your partner, the breasts should not be manipulated for 3 months after surgery. This is very important for the fat survival. Choose a board certified plastic surgeon who has much experience with performing this procedure. Best of luck in your search.
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