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Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation

Serving Phoenix and Scottsdale, AZ

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Why Choose Southwest Breast & Aesthetics for Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation?

Not every patient seeking breast augmentation desires breast implants. Fat transfer breast augmentation provides an alternative method of enhancement for those wanting a more subtle volume increase. This natural breast augmentation method uses fat harvested from another area of the body to enhance breast volume and contours for a harmonious, long-lasting result. Our experienced plastic surgeons specialize in the fat grafting technique, offering a safe and effective alternative to traditional breast implants. With meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to personalized care, we deliver results that look and feel incredibly natural.

Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation at a Glance

  • No foreign object or implant is needed
  • Outpatient procedure, typically 1-2 hours
  • Natural-looking results for enhanced breast size and shape
  • Recovery time: 6-8 weeks before returning to most normal activities
  • Long-lasting results with proper care and maintenance

Precision Meets Artistry

What is fat transfer breast augmentation?

At our practice in Phoenix fat transfer breast augmentation, also known as fat grafting breast augmentation or natural breast augmentation, is an innovative procedure that uses your body's own fat to enhance the size and shape of your breasts. Your Phoenix plastic surgeon first harvests fat from areas with excess, such as the abdomen or thigh area. The fat is then strategically injected into the breasts to enhance volume and contours.

This technique offers a two-fold benefit: it slims down another area of the body while naturally augmenting your breasts. The result is a subtle yet noticeable enhancement that looks and feels natural. The majority of the transferred fat will remain in the breasts, providing a lasting enhancement. Our surgeons' keen eye for aesthetic harmony is coupled with deft surgical techniques, ensuring that the procedure is as unique as the individual patient, creating harmonious, balanced results.

Your Body Has The Answers

What is the fat transfer breast augmentation procedure like?

Prior to the procedure for fat transfer breast augmentation Phoenix patients will meet with our surgeons for a comprehensive consultation where we discuss your goals and identify suitable donor sites. The fat transfer procedure is typically performed under general anesthesia. In the first step, fat is carefully collected from another area of the body like the abdomen, flanks (love handles), thighs, back, or hips using liposuction. The collected fat is purified to prepare it for transfer, ensuring a high rate of tissue survival. Your surgeon then meticulously injects the fat into precise areas of the breasts to achieve your desired breast shape and volume.

The fat transfer procedure usually takes 1-2 hours, depending on the amount of fat being transferred. Our state-of-the-art fat grafting system and micro-injection technique ensure optimal fat survival and seamlessly natural-looking results.

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A Personalized Approach

What conditions does breast fat transfer breast augmentation address?

Fat transfer breast augmentation can effectively address the following:

  • Small breast size
  • Asymmetrical breasts
  • Loss of breast volume after pregnancy or weight loss
  • Desire for a modest increase in breast size without implants
  • Breast contour irregularities
  • Softening the look of existing breast implants
  • Improves cleavage

Our experienced surgeons can enhance the size, shape, and symmetry of your breasts, creating a more balanced and natural-looking silhouette.

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Enhance Your Natural Allure

What areas of the body can fat transfer breast augmentation address?

While primarily focused on enhancing the breasts, fat grafting also benefits the donor sites. Common areas for fat harvesting include:

  • Abdomen
  • Thighs
  • Hips
  • Flanks (love handles)
  • Lower back

This dual-benefit approach provides overall body contouring in addition to breast enhancement.

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Balanced and Beautiful

What are the benefits of fat transfer breast augmentation?

With fat transfer breast augmentation Phoenix patients can achieve natural results using their own tissue. It also minimizes the risk of breast implant-related complications. Patients appreciate the dual benefit of this procedure, which provides a subtle slimming effect on donor areas. Our plastic surgeons' precision injection techniques provide highly customizable shaping and volume enhancement.

The benefits of fat transfer breast augmentation extend beyond physical changes. Our patients often report feeling more confident and comfortable in their skin, enjoying a renewed sense of femininity that looks and feels authentic to them. Fat grafting also results in minimal scarring and comes with a quicker recovery compared to traditional breast augmentation. Additionally, the grafting method can be combined with implants to provide a more seamless transition from breast implant to natural tissue.

An Organic Approach

Am I a candidate for fat transfer breast augmentation?

Ideal candidates for fat transfer breast augmentation are generally healthy individuals who:

  • Desire a modest increase in breast size
  • Have adequate body fat deposits in donor areas
  • Want to avoid implants or implant-related complications
  • Have realistic expectations about the procedure and its results

During your consultation for your plastic surgeon will thoroughly assess your body composition and discuss your goals to ensure fat transfer breast augmentation is the right choice for you.

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Subtle Sophistication

Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation Recovery

Recovery from fat transfer breast augmentation is typically quicker than traditional breast augmentation. Most patients can return to light activities within about a week. You may experience some swelling and bruising in both the donor and recipient areas, which generally subsides within 2-3 weeks. We provide comprehensive post-operative care instructions for optimal tissue survival and results. Our team will closely monitor your progress through follow-up appointments, ensuring you achieve the best possible outcome.

An Evolved Approach for Lasting Results

Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation Results

Initial results are visible immediately after your procedure, with final results becoming apparent as swelling subsides over the following months. The fat that survives (typically 50-80%) becomes a permanent part of your breast tissue, providing long-lasting enhancement. While some patients achieve their desired results with a single procedure, others may opt for additional sessions to further augment their breast volume or shape. Our surgeons will work closely with you to achieve your aesthetic goals.

Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation

Frequently Asked Questions

The amount varies depending on individual factors but typically ranges from 100-300cc per breast. This means about a one-half to one-cup increase in size. Multiple sessions may be performed to achieve a more substantial volume increase.

The results of fat transfer breast augmentation can be long-lasting, but they depend on several factors, such as the patient's metabolism, lifestyle, and how much fat survives after the transfer. Typically, some of the injected fat may be reabsorbed by the body over time, but the fat that survives usually stays permanently, establishing its own blood supply. Your surgeon will slightly "overfill" the breasts with fat to accommodate this natural process. Maintaining a stable weight and healthy lifestyle will help preserve your enhanced breast shape and volume for many years.

Fat transfer breast augmentation can provide a modest improvement in the appearance of mildly sagging breasts by adding volume and creating a fuller, more lifted look. However, it is not typically effective for correcting significant breast sagging or ptosis, as it does not address excess skin or reposition the nipple-areola complex. For patients with moderate to severe sagging, a breast lift (mastopexy) combined with fat transfer may be recommended to achieve both a lifted and naturally enhanced appearance.

Fat transfer offers a more natural look and feel compared to breast implants, as it uses your own fat cells. There is no risk of implant-related complications, such as rupture, capsular contracture, or the need for future replacement of breast implants. Additionally, the procedure provides body contouring benefits by removing unwanted fat from areas like the abs or thighs. However, it may not provide as dramatic a size increase as implants, and multiple sessions may be required to achieve a more significant volume increase.

As with any surgical procedure, fat transfer breast augmentation carries some risks, including infection, bleeding, fat necrosis, or uneven fat distribution. There is also a risk that not all of the fat will survive, which may require additional procedures to achieve the desired results. Choosing an experienced plastic surgeon and following post-operative care instructions can help minimize these risks.

While fat grafting can cause some changes on mammograms, these are usually distinguishable from abnormalities. We recommend informing your radiologist about your fat grafting procedure.

The transferred fat will behave like fat in other areas of your body, with the fat cells increasing or decreasing in size with significant weight changes.

Yes, fat transfer breast augmentation can be combined with other cosmetic procedures, such as a breast lift, liposuction, or tummy tuck, to achieve a more comprehensive body contouring effect. Combining procedures can enhance overall results and reduce the need for multiple surgeries and recovery periods. A consultation with one of our qualified surgeons can help determine the best combination of procedures based on your goals and anatomy.