What Is Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation?
This method involves harvesting fat from areas such as the abdomen, waist, hips, or thighs, purifying it, and injecting it into the breasts.
It is completely implant-free, using the patient’s own fat tissue.
Key advantages:
- 100% natural and biocompatible
- No risk of rejection or capsular contracture
- Dual benefit: breast enhancement + body contouring
Who Is a Good Candidate?
This procedure is ideal for individuals who:
- Want natural-looking and feeling breasts
- Prefer not to have implants
- Are seeking mild to moderate volume increase (about 1 cup size)
- Have had previous implant surgery and want softer transitions
- Have asymmetry that needs correction
- Want to remove stubborn fat from specific areas
Note: Patients with very low body fat may not be suitable candidates.
How Is the Procedure Performed?
1. Fat Harvesting (Liposuction)
Fat is extracted from areas with sufficient fat deposits (e.g., abdomen, flanks, thighs) using small cannulas.
2. Purification of the Fat
The harvested fat is purified via centrifugation or filtration, removing blood, oil, and non-viable cells.
3. Fat Injection
Using fine cannulas, the fat is carefully injected into the breast tissue in layers to ensure survival and even distribution.
- Performed under local anesthesia with sedation or light general anesthesia
- Duration: approximately 1.5–2 hours
- Typically same-day discharge
Recovery and Aftercare
- Mild swelling, bruising, and soreness in donor and recipient sites are normal
- A compression garment is worn over the liposuction area for 3–4 weeks
- No special garment is needed for the breast area
- Return to normal activities in about 1 week
- Avoid intense exercise or pressure on the breasts for 3–4 weeks
About 30–50% of the injected fat may be reabsorbed by the body.
How Long Do Results Last?
The fat that survives the initial healing phase integrates permanently into the breast tissue.
- Visible changes occur within 4–6 weeks
- Long-term results stabilize by 3–6 months
- Results are generally long-lasting, especially with healthy lifestyle habits
In some cases, a second session may be recommended after 6–12 months to increase volume.
Benefits of Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation
- Uses your own tissue, with no risk of foreign body reaction
- Leaves minimal to no visible scars
- Simultaneously improves body contour through liposuction
- Breasts feel soft and natural
- Lower risk compared to implants (no rupture or hardening)
- Shorter and more comfortable recovery process
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Typically, 1 cup size increase. More volume may require a second session.
No. The fat remains in the injected area. Some of it is naturally absorbed.
Yes. A second session may be scheduled 6–12 months later, using remaining fat reserves.
No. Fat is adjusted to balance asymmetry if needed.
With good fat survival, about 50–70% of the volume is retained long-term. Avoiding smoking and maintaining a healthy lifestyle increases success.
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