Would a fat transfer help fill out deflated breasts? (photos)

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Would a fat transfer help fill out deflated breasts? I only want to go up one breast size to fill out loose skin I had a breast lift 4 yeas ago. Could I get the fat from my stomach during a tummy tuck?

Joel Patrick Maier, MD · Answer

Yes, fat transfer can help your upper pole volume and help fill the skin and improve shape. We would need an in-person exam to assess your fat donor areas there as you are thin. Alternatively, you could pursue an appropriately sized saline implant, either way, No lift needed. Thank you.

Carlos Marciales, MD · Answer

If you want to increase only 1 size, with fat it is possible, but a full lipo would be needed to get the necessary and good quality fat for your breasts, you need between 150cc and 200cc for each breast to increase one size

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Sjose,
fat transfer breast augmentation is a viable alternative for women who desire larger breasts without the use of implants. Fat transfer is also widely used in reconstruction of the breast after a mastectomy or lumpectomy. It can also be very effective in correcting the size and shape of the breasts due to genetic problems such as tuberous breast or Poland Syndrome, two conditions that look like misshapen or underdeveloped breasts.In addition, the following scenarios are also reason to consider breast fat grafting:• If you have chest areas that appear creased and sunken• If you desire more permanent correction than is provided by temporary fillers• If you wish to improve your body contour, revise scars, fill bodily depressions and rejuvenate the natural curve of your breasts• To fill in contour irregularities or hide obvious signs of breast implantsYou should discuss your concerns with a board certified plastic surgeon and make sure your surgeon understands your concerns and your breast augmentation goals. Only after a thorough examination you will get more information and recommendations.
Daniel Barrett, MDCertified, American Board of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Plastic SurgeryMember, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Ronald J. Edelson, MD · Answer

I don’t think you have enough fat in your abdomen to make much difference. You’re better off with implants. Scared of silicone?  Saline works just fine

Harry T. Haramis, MD, FACS · Answer

Fat transfer can restore upper fullness to a degree. Usually a good option and you can use fat from tummy tuck.

Implants are usually better for much larger augmentations.

An exam and consultation with a plastic surgeon who performs these procedures is recommended to confirm you are a candidate as well as discuss your best options and expectations.

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

If you have donor fat, it can be added to your breasts. However, the lower abdominal fat may not be able to be used for safety to your skin during a tuck. You look thin elsewhere, so donor fat may be an issue. You could also consider minimally invasive radiofrequency skin tightening of your breasts with something like Renuvion.

Darryl J. Blinski, MD · Answer

Based on the nicely posted photos if you can gain 10+ pounds then lipo of areas and abdomen with TT can be done along with 200-3500 cc's of fat transferred to breasts. Fee from $10,000. Best to virtual consult with....

Mats Hagstrom, MD (license on probation) · Answer

Delivering consistent quality, liposuction and fat transfer results is more difficult than most people realize. Breast fat transfer can increase breast size by about 1/2 cup when done by someone who has sufficient skill and experience. One full cup is unlikely to be achieved with a single round of fat transfer, but does happen occasionally in people who are ideal candidates when done by someone who is very talented.
Cup size is somewhat subjective, so assessing potential outcome using that the terminology is inherently, somewhat unpredictable and imprecise. Fat transfer can make breast larger, but is not a good procedure for changing the breast shape. The results typically do not emphasize on the forward projection the way breast implants do. Fat transfer gives a very natural appearance and is a better procedure for women who are content with the shape of their breast just want a slightly larger breast size.Fat transfer is not a good procedure for changing the shape of the breast.
Based on what you describe, implant, augmentation would be a far better option.
The number of plastic surgeons who is truly master to both Liposuction and fat, transfer or in a minority. Delivering consistent quality results with these procedures is more difficult than most people realize. Patient should be highly selective when it comes to choosing providers.
I suggest to patients have multiple in person, consultations before choosing a provider for Liposuction or fat transfer related procedures. During each consultation, ask each provider to open up their portfolio and show you their entire collection of before, and after pictures of the previous patient who had similar body characteristics to your own. Early five to transfer results can look very impressive, but do not in any way represent final results. Never assume that after pictures were taken after results are mature. For that reason, you should always ask to confirm the exact timeframe of when after pictures were taken in relationship to the date of the procedure. After pictures should not be taken less than 3 to 6 months from the date of surgery.
And experience plastic surgeon should have no difficulty showing you the before and after pictures of at least 50 previous patients.
Best,
Mats Hagstrom, MD

Brooke R. Seckel, MD, FACS (retired) · Answer

Thank you for your question. Fat transfer can restore breast volume-but be aware that much of the transplanted fat can die and a second fat transfer is often needed.

A breast implant is a more effective and permanent solution. Also you are nicely thin and harvesting fat from a thin body can cause unpleasant donor site

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