Will my age, 60, effect results of fat transfer to breast?

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I am a super healthy 60 year old, weigh 108, 5'2" tall. I'd like to have a fat transfer to breast for augmentation. Does my age, 60, carry a negative risk for this procedure? Will it increase the chances of the fat migrating out of the breast to other areas? I'd like a modest breast increase of one to two cup sizes.

Justin Yovino, MD, FACS · Answer

I have performed fat transfer to breasts in many women over the age of 60.  It typically results in 1/2 cup increase.  Occasionally it results in a maximum of 1 cup increase.  To achieve 1-2 cup increase you must consider breast implants.  I find the most dramatic size increase from fat transfer to the breasts occurs in patients in their 20's and 30's.

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

Your age will not affect the results of the fat transfer to the breast, but the amount of fat available for transfer will.  In general, 200 cc per breast is typically the upper limit of fat injection recommended by most plastic surgeons.  It is not that more cannot be injected; but on average, this has been determined to be the most that can be expected to live during one transfer. Fat transfer to the breast could improve the fullness of the breast, particularly at the top of the breast. If you want more than a one cup size increase, this may require multiple treatments to reach the size you desire.  Kenneth Hughes, MD, Board Certified Plastic SurgeonLos Angeles, CA

Harry T. Haramis, MD, FACS · Answer

As long as you are healthy, age should not affect results. However, you do need to have adequate fat to harvest. If you are very thin, implants may be a better option.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 options and expectations.

John L. Burns Jr., MD · Answer

Many women chose fat grafting as a more natural alternative to implants.  You age should not affect your results.

Luis A. Cenedese, MD, FACS · Answer

The success of fat transfer to breasts does not seem to be age dependent.
Patients over sixty have had as good results as women of other ages.
Fat injected for breast augmentation must be placed in small amounts carefully distributed throughout the breast. Fat does not migrate; patients gain weight and fat in other areas and like to attribute this to the procedure.
Please use this information when consulting in person with an experienced Board Certified Plastic Surgeon.

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