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Dr. Bednar - Fat Transfer to Breasts - Charlotte, NC

UPDATED FROM Red_1988
9 years post

9 years later

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Red_1988
WORTH IT$11,000
I am still mostly happy with my results, though every time I stand naked in front of the mirror, I notice how lopsided my breasts are due to Br. Bednar injecting equal fat into both breasts despite one being larger than the other naturally. I still see the cannula marks in my lovehandles, but have grown to ignore them. Overall, still absolutely worth every dollar and I recommend him fully. I should have written down my feelings about my breasts in detail and brought that paper with me to our consultation so he could be made aware before the surgery, but I trusted that he knew best. We live and learn and suggest to others to save them the same concerns down the road. :)

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Edward J. Bednar, MD

Edward J. Bednar, MD

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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June 9, 2025
Also, when not wearing a bra with nipples visible, one nipple is nearly two inches lower than the other leading to some pretty significant disappointment. May need another surgery to fix this, but don’t want to get a lift. I wish I had spoken up.
June 16, 2025
i also want to book with dr bednar soon and your nine years later results are actually my goal. my breasts are uneven too and about a 34A and to achieve your results, i think i would need at least three to four rounds.
i want dramatic results and to go to at least an F cup or more. i know this is a nine years later update but how are your breasts so much larger, did you happen to gain an excessive amount of weight or get more rounds done? also do you know how much fat was put into each breast? and how much fat do you think was lost overall?
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July 14, 2025
I used the BRAVA system to stretch my skin to form envelopes for the fat to rest in, and that was extremely successful. I still have said system and am thinking of using it to stretch only the breast that is higher than the other so that I can then tighten BOTH breasts at the same time with laser and Morpheus, but that feels crazy. I'm very disappointed with how much larger one breast is than the other and have been ever since I first took the bandages off.
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July 14, 2025
I went from an A to an E in one go using the BRAVA system, so I don't think you'd necessarily need to do several rounds if you prepare your skin this way! If you have a hard time finding the system, let me know; I may be willing to part with mine!
September 29, 2025
On June 24, 2016 you wrote that Dr. Bednar anticipated a 1.5 cup increase. How did you manage to go from an A to an E if he only anticipated a 1.5 increase? Did you do multiple procedures?

You look amazing by the way. Congratulations!
July 14, 2025
Hi ☺️ you look amazing!
I know your review was 9 years ago, how are you feeling and how is the retention today?
UPDATED FROM Red_1988
1 year post

Lovehandle marks

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Here's the video of the marks on my livehandles, plus a video of how my breasts behave 13 months after surgery.

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July 25, 2017
Hmmm I don't see the video.
July 25, 2017
Would love to see your video! For how long did you avoid to be touched in your breasts? Do you remember how many cc's Dr. Bednar transferred to your breast? I'm very happy for you!
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August 26, 2017
Can't see the video
November 26, 2017
Hi there, would you mind posting an update? I have the same body type of you and am considering Dr. B. Thank you so much!
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February 3, 2018
how many cc’s did Dr Bednar end up transferring to each breast?
UPDATED FROM Red_1988
1 year post

FINAL RESULTS!

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Best thing I've ever done for myself, 13 months later!
I increased from a C to a D/DD, but my body shape didn't change much, just the fullness. I love that there is definition higher up in my chest now, as it gives the illusion of cleavage even when my breasts aren't pushed together. I still wear a push-up bra, and can easily walk without a bra at all when I so wish. They are still asymmetrical, though I doubt anyone would be able to tell unless I leaned forward or they were pushed together. The liposuction did leave marks on either side - about the size of two fingers on the back of each lovehandle. Thankfully, this is part of Dr. Bednar's guarantee, so eventually I will have this altered. At that time, I will also have the fat that has now settled in my double chin rather than my thighs removed. Have I thought about having this done again for more fullness? Yes. If I win the lotto, I probably will. Implant free and so happy. :)
Hardest part was not drinking for 3 months after surgery. Seriously.
Best of luck to each of you on your journey!!
**you may notice that there are 'new' beauty marks on my body in the new photos. I edited them out of the pre-op images because I did not want to be recognizeable with my belly and unflattering angles as a model. They were otherwise completely unedited, I assure you.

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July 23, 2017
You look amazing! Wanted to ask if you've ever gotten a mammogram and seen any calcification or oily cysts, or lumps from your fat transfer? Could you show photos of the lipo marks on your love handles?
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July 25, 2017
I plan to get a mammogram, but have not noticed anything out of the ordinary. I'll upload those videos today!
July 25, 2017
Thanks for replying!
July 25, 2017
Your results are astounding! Everything healed so beautifully over the year. Thank you so much for sharing your year progress - it made me go from nervous for my surgery in November to excited again!
Your body is smokin!
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July 25, 2017
Thank you!! The surgery was so easy! It was the time spent before/after that was difficult. Just an adjustment period though. I don't ever walk by a mirror naked without checking out my boobs now. ;)
July 26, 2017
Hi there! Just wondering how you increased from your 3 month size? Weight gain? Diet change? You look the same size... what's your secret??? ;) I'm almost 6 months out and I've put a little weight on with some fullness increase, but not 1-2 cups! You look great!!!
September 30, 2017
You took such fabulous pictures!!!!! Thank you for the thorough documentation
September 3, 2018
A beautiful and inspiring transformation! Thank you!