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Flap Breast Augmentation

Serving Phoenix and Scottsdale, AZ

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Embrace YourNatural Beauty

Why Choose Southwest Breast & Aesthetics for Flap Breast Augmentation?

At Southwest Breast & Aesthetics, our board-certified Phoenix plastic surgeons are pioneers in flap breast augmentation techniques. Flap breast reconstruction was originally developed to help women restore their breast shape after mastectomy. Our leading surgical team offers flap breast augmentation as a natural alternative to breast implants for all patients, using your own tissue to enhance breast size and shape. This unique approach to breast augmentation ensures beautiful, long-lasting results tailored to your unique body and goals.

Traditional Breast Fat Grafting has a 50% retention rate, while our Flap Breast Augmentation has a staggering 99% retention rate. Additionally, a Flap Breast Augmentation can be done in one procedure - compared to Breast Fat Grafting that requires several procedures. The surgeons at SWBA are committed to innovation and delivering the best results possible for their patients.

Flap Breast Augmentation at a Glance

  • Uses your own tissue for natural breast enhancement
  • Avoids implant-related complications
  • Dual benefit: slims donor areas while augmenting breasts
  • Long-lasting results with a natural look and feel
  • Ideal for those seeking subtle to moderate enhancements

Redefining Natural Breast Enhancement

What is flap breast augmentation?

At Southwest Breast & Aesthetics in Phoenix flap breast augmentation is an innovative procedure that uses your body's own tissue to enhance breast size and shape. This method is particularly beneficial for women with smaller breasts or those experiencing volume loss or sagging as a result of aging or pregnancy, offering a natural alternative to breast implants. This technique not only enhances breast volume but also provides a completely natural look and feel.

Here are some common types of flap augmentation:

  • DIEP Flap (Deep Inferior Epigastric Perforator): Tissue is taken from the abdomen, but without taking the muscle.
  • LAP Flap Breast Augmentation: Uses tissue from the lower back and love handles to enhance the breast
  • PAP Flap Breast Augmentation: Involves using tissue from the posterior thigh (upper inner thigh) to achieve natural-looking breast augmentation

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What is the flap breast augmentation procedure like?

Your flap breast augmentation journey begins with a comprehensive consultation to discuss your goals and assess your unique anatomy. On the day of your procedure, you will receive general anesthesia. Tissue is then carefully harvested from the donor site and transferred to the breast area. Our surgeons meticulously shape and position the tissue to achieve the desired enhancement. Incisions are closed with care to minimize scarring.

The procedure typically takes 4-6 hours, depending on the specific technique used. Our surgeons employ advanced, minimally invasive methods whenever possible to reduce recovery time and optimize results.

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Comprehensive  Enhancement

Who can benefit from flap breast augmentation?

With flap breast augmentation Phoenix patients have an excellent option for:

  • Women with smaller breast size
  • Those experiencing mild to moderate breast drooping
  • Patients seeking breast enhancement without implants
  • Individuals with adequate donor tissue (typically in the abdominal area or inner thigh)
  • Those looking for a natural look and feel in their enhanced breasts

During your consultation, our Phoenix plastic surgeons will assess your unique anatomy and goals to determine if flap breast augmentation is right for you.

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Natural Beauty, Lasting Confidence

What are the benefits of flap breast augmentation?

Completely natural results using your own tissue

  • No risk of implant-related complications (rupture, rippling, capsular contracture)
  • Natural look and feel, especially beneficial for unilateral augmentation
  • Slimming effect on donor areas (like a tummy tuck with breast augmentation)
  • Long-lasting results that age naturally with your body
  • Avoids the need for future implant replacement surgeries

We understand that the benefits of flap breast augmentation extend beyond physical changes. Our patients often report feeling more confident and comfortable in their own skin, enjoying enhanced femininity that looks and feels completely natural.

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Your Journey to Natural Enhancement

Am I a candidate for flap breast augmentation?

Ideal candidates for flap breast augmentation are generally in good overall health and are non-smokers or willing to quit before surgery. Patients must have adequate donor tissue (typically in the abdominal area or inner thigh). Flap breast augmentation is a good choice for those who desire natural breast enhancement without breast implants. During your consultation, our surgeons will thoroughly assess your body composition and discuss your goals to ensure flap breast augmentation is the right choice for you.

A Smooth Recovery for Optimal Results

Flap Breast Augmentation Recovery

Recovery from flap breast augmentation typically takes longer than traditional implant-based augmentation due to the dual surgical sites. Most patients can return to light activities within 2-3 weeks, with full recovery taking 6-8 weeks. We provide comprehensive post-operative care instructions to ensure proper healing of both the breast and donor sites. Our team will closely monitor your progress through follow-up appointments, ensuring you achieve the best possible outcome.

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Beautiful Results that Evolve Naturally

Flap Breast Augmentation Results

Initial results are visible immediately after the procedure, with final results becoming apparent as swelling subsides over the following months. The transferred tissue becomes a permanent part of your breast, providing long-lasting enhancement that ages naturally with your body.

To maintain your flap breast augmentation results, we recommend staying at a stable weight, following a healthy lifestyle, and attending all follow-up appointments. Patients often report a significant confidence boost and sense of satisfaction in their appearance after surgery.

Flap Breast Augmentation

Frequently Asked Questions

The amount of enhancement depends on the available donor tissue. During your consultation, our surgeons will discuss the expected results for your individual procedure.

Yes, there will be scars at both the donor site and the breasts. However, our surgeons use advanced techniques to minimize scarring, and most scars fade significantly over time.

Yes, in many cases, flap augmentation can be combined with a breast lift for comprehensive rejuvenation.

The results of flap breast augmentation are typically long-lasting. The transferred tissue becomes a permanent part of your breast and will age naturally with your body.