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41 Year Old, 2 Kids, 5' 7", 140lbs, Fat Transfer to the Breasts - Charlotte, NC
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I have an athletic build and have always had small...
hokie98March 22, 2016
WORTH IT$10,000
I have an athletic build and have always had small breasts. I breast fed both my boys. Because they are so small they aren't sagging and still actually have a nice shape. Per Victoria Secret I should wear a 32A bra. I really want more fullness and I'm tired of never filling out any of my cute clothes. Since I'm so active breast implants are a bit scary to me. I don't like the idea of more surgeries later on to remove them if there are problems and I really want natural breasts and not fake Barbie breasts. I know the new shaped implants are better but my husband hates the fact they jump and twitch and feel unnatural. For that reason after much research we have decided to get fat transfer done by Dr Bednar in Charlotte, NC. We went to visit him last fall and he seems to be the most knowledgeable and successful at this procedure than many of the plastic surgeons in my area. I am really excited about this even though I feel a bit guilty for spending so much on myself. My husband is excited too although he tells me every day that my breasts are great even though they are small. This site has been very useful in helping me come to my decision. I am so grateful to all who post and share their stories. It really does help put things into perspective for me.
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April 24, 2016
Thanks so much for sharing! This is very precious info for those of us considering the same procedure. Looking forward to your updates :-)
November 18, 2016
Just checking in to see if you're still getting your surgery. We would love an update. Take care!
December 23, 2016
You look great, but isn't this price on the high side? I mean, did he do a lot of lipo sculpting on your lower body, and that's why it's 10K? Did you have general anesthesia, also, which would increase the cost?
December 23, 2016
That was the going price I could find for my area. I did have a nurse and anesthesiologist and he did work on my lower body where the fat was being removed. The procedure took over 3 hours and also included all my prior and post appts, garments, vitamins and supplements, etc. Bednar is one of the leaders in fat grafting and his results show. I'm two cup sizes bigger than I was and many others haven't been as successful. After looking at this site and visiting other ps web sites for results we were sold that bednar would give us the biggest bang for our buck. I honestly thought it was worth the cost but if you can find a dr that has a high success rate with fat transfer for less I'd use them. :)
December 25, 2016
I too used Dr. Bednar recently for fat grafting to the face and the price was similar ($10,000). I found out that its difficult to price shop something that is so important to get right (both from the result perspective as well as from a health risk perspective).
December 25, 2016
But 10K for the just the face is really high! If he did liposculpting on another part of you, then it's more in line. If the doctor consistently does great work, though, then it's worth it, or if he includes a free touch-up also.
December 25, 2016
Thanks for the fast reply. I am glad to hear that your fat has lasted well. Did you have to undergo general anesthesia?
February 16, 2017
Yes I was put under and the entire process took about 3 hours. They woke me up and then I was told I could leave. It took a bit to feel like myself. Overall it wasn't that bad.
UPDATED FROM hokie98
24 days post
Post op
hokie98December 13, 2016
Feeling a bit nervous but I believe I made the correct decision. Just completed all my forms am taking my vitamins and have all my mess filled and ready.
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January 14, 2017
I know what it's like to have small breasts. I'm an A cup. I had tt, lipo & fat transfer to buttocks. I doubt I'll ever have my breasts enlarged but find it interesting that fat can be transferred to breasts. I hope it goes well for you. I would consider fat transfer to breasts if I wanted to enlarge mine. I'm sure you'll be happy with your decision. Wishing you a fast & uncomplicated healing!
February 16, 2017
Thank you. I really can't complain. After a week or so of taking it easy I slowly got back into the swing of things. I'm really happy with the results so far and think Bednar did a great job. :)
March 24, 2017
Hi, looking at your post op pics i think he did a great job. I really want to get my boobs bigger and I would rather get fat transfer than implants. Which part of your body did the doctor take the fats tho? I'm just not sure if my body fat on my tummy is enough to get me a size C cup.
UPDATED FROM hokie98
24 days post
Day of surgery
hokie98December 13, 2016
Went in first thing and had a very nice nurse who walked me through everything. The anesthesiologist was also very friendly and knowledgeable. I felt like I was in great hands. Just before the procedure Dr Bednar came in and marked me up. I layer down and barely remember being woken up and escorted to my car. Dr Bednar told my husband he transferred 655cc to each breast from my sides hips and thighs. It was a bit rough that day but I was feeling much better by Sunday.
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December 25, 2016
I had the same anesthesiologist and nurse and I was made to feel very comfortable and relaxed by both. I have had other medically required surgeries done in a hospital and this was a much more relaxed experience.
March 25, 2017
This is exactly what I want to do: fat transfer to my breasts. I have AAs and I really want to jump up to a D or DD if possible. Did you have a preference in size?
So glad you're sharing your story too! You might find some reviews on this 2016 breast fat transfer surgery forum. Looking forward to your updates along the way!