Introduction
If you’ve been considering enhancing your curves and naturally getting fuller breasts, you’re in the right place. Silicone breast implants come to mind when most people think about breast augmentation. However, breast enlargement using fat transfer is an alternative and perfect solution if you want to use your own tissues to modestly enhance the size of your breasts. Many women find fat transfer to the breast appealing because of its many benefits.
If you are considering fat transfer breast enlargement, your female Fort Worth plastic surgeon, Dr. Kiran Polavarapu, is one of the best in breast augmentation. She expertly applies fat transfers to help women get their desired breast size, shape, and proportion and feel more confident about their bodies.
Overview
Fat transfer to the breast, also called autologous fat grafting, is a surgery to boost breast size and shape using your own fat cells.
It’s a two-step process: first, the surgeon takes fat from donor areas like your belly, thighs or buttocks through liposuction. Then, the fat is purified and injected into your breasts to get the size and shape you want. Although the procedure is minimally invasive, it is usually carried out under general anesthesia.
The injected fat grows new blood arteries, settles in your breasts and becomes a part of the tissue there. This happens because fat cells are living cells with the ability to regenerate new tissues. However, despite fat’s ability to regenerate, some of the injected cells will die. Taking that into account, we first inject a little bit more fat cells to ensure the outcome is up to your expectations. About six months following the fat transfer operation, you may anticipate seeing the full effect.
Additionally, if you would like to enhance your breast profile while increasing the size of your breasts, we can combine a breast lift with your fat transfer.
Am I A Good Candidate?
Although fat transfer can give the breasts a very natural augmentation, it isn’t appropriate for every woman. During your consultation, Dr Polavarapu will examine your skin, breasts and surrounding tissues to know if a fat grafting to the breasts is the best option for you.
You are a good candidate for fat transfer breast enlargement if you meet the following criteria:
- You want to increase your breast size by one cup. If you want two to three sizes of breast enlargement, you might have to get an artificial implant.
- You have sufficient body fat for harvesting through liposuction.
- Hormonal changes can affect the outcome of fat grafting so, you shouldn’t be pregnant or breastfeeding.
- You prefer a natural enhancement using your body’s own tissue.
- You are in good health and not receiving breast cancer treatment.
- You have realistic expectations about the procedure. You should know whether a fat transfer can give you the desired results in your breasts before you decide to have the operation.
- You have experienced complications with artificial breast implants.
- You don’t smoke or plan to quit weeks before the procedure.
Why Choose Polavarapu Plastic Surgery, PLLC?
At Polavarapu Plastic Surgery, PLLC, your fat transfer to the breast will be handled by Dr Polavarapu, an expert breast augmentation surgeon, to guarantee an exceptional experience. As the only aesthetic fellowship-trained American board-certified female plastic surgeon in Fort Worth, Dr. Polavarapu combines her creative talent, technical proficiency, and knowledge from prestigious universities to provide her patients with the best possible outcomes. Her commitment is for your results to look natural and stunning, perfectly tailored to your body and goals.
Polavarapu Plastic Surgery, PLLC, is a modern, clean, and cutting-edge clinic conveniently located in Fort Worth, Texas. You can trust that you’ll receive the highest standard of care and we’ll make your time with us as comfortable and convenient as possible.
Benefits of Fat Transfer to the Breasts
The following are some of the advantages of breast enlargement using fat transfer :
- Breasts augmented with fat transfer look and feel like natural breast tissue. The procedure is the most natural way to get fuller and more shapely breasts without silicone or saline implants.
- Since the transplanted fat is made of your own tissue, your body cannot reject it.
- Recovery after a fat transfer breast enhancement is generally fast and straightforward.
- Breast enhancement fat transfer gives permanent results, unlike breast implants which usually require replacement after a few years.
- Breast enlargement with fat transfer gives the benefit of two procedures in one session - breast enhancement and body contouring at donor areas.
Disadvantages of Fat Transfer to the Breast
Some of the risks associated with fat transfer breast enlargement include:
- As with any surgery, there is a chance of infection and bleeding.
- Sometimes fat grafting may lead to fat necrosis or oil cysts.
- Sometimes a fat transfer won’t provide you the desired cup size increase in your breasts since your breast size will depend on the amount of fat harvested.
- You may require several fat grafting procedures over a few months, usually under general anesthesia.
- Results may change with weight loss and weight gain.
How Much Does Fat Transfer to Breast Surgery Cost in Fort Worth?
The average price of a fat transfer to the breasts in Forth Worth varies because the calculation is based on various factors. The cost of your fat transfer breast enlargement treatment and all associated expenses details will be given following your consultation, since each patient’s specific demands may differ. Also during your appointment, you can talk about any possible financing solutions for your surgery.
Generally, the price of a fat transfer to breast surgery might be a few thousand dollars. The cost of the liposuction to extract the fat for the transfer and anesthesia is included in the total cost of your surgery. If you decide to include additional cosmetic treatments (such as breast lift) to get your desired look, your overall cost will go up.
As an expert professional, Dr. Polavarapu gives each patient the personalized care they deserve. Her prices reflect her exceptional skill, commitment, and beautiful outcomes that you won’t find anywhere else.
What to Expect
Consultation
During your consultation, Dr. Polavarapu will meet with you to discuss and understand your concerns, aesthetic goals and desires. She will thoroughly examine your breasts, and ask about your medical history to determine if fat transfer to the breast surgery is the best option for you. You will also have sufficient time to ask her any questions.
Dr. Polavarapu will explain details about the procedure including the risks and benefits so that you can fully understand the procedure and have realistic expectations of the outcome of your breast enhancement. She will also provide instructions on how to prepare for the surgery, your recovery and aftercare.
Fat transfer to the breasts is not a painful surgery. It is performed under general anesthesia. This means you will sleep and not feel anything during the procedure. The fat transfer procedure involves liposuction, removing fat from where you have excess, then separating the fat from other liquids using a special machine. After that, the surgeon will inject the fat into your breasts using tiny needles. You should budget four to five hours for the complete treatment.
After the fat breast transfer, you may have some swelling, bruising, and discomfort in your breast and liposuction areas for up to two weeks but your surgeon will help you manage pain and promote healing. The complete effects of the fat transfer and the final contour of the breasts may take up to six months and may take multiple sessions to get the results you desire.
You should follow your surgeon’s instructions closely and attend all scheduled follow-up appointments to ensure a smooth recovery and beautiful, long-lasting results. Whatever questions you may have as you go through your healing process, Dr. Polavarapu is always more than happy to help.
FAQS
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Fat grafting to the breast is an ideal option for individuals who want natural-looking breast enlargement and prefer to avoid implants. It's suitable for those seeking a modest increase in breast size and have excess fat in other parts of the body, which can be harvested through liposuction and used for grafting.
The results of fat transfer to the breasts are long-lasting, and often permanent. Not all of the transferred fat will survive since some fat will be reabsorbed by the body,; however, the surviving fat cells remain in the breasts for life. Typically, between 50-70% of the fat remains, with the final result visible between 3 and 6 months, once the swelling subsides and the fat stabilizes.
Breast augmentation with fat transfer involves three main steps:
- Fat Harvesting: Using liposuction fat is collected from areas of the body with excess, such as the thighs, abdomen, or hips.
- Fat Processing: The harvested fat is processed and purified.
- Fat Injection: The purified fat is then strategically injected into the breast tissue to enhance size, shape, and contour resulting in a natural appearance.
Natural breast enhancement typically results in a modest increase in breast size and is ideal for women seeking a natural look using their own body fat.
Yes, if you lose weight after a fat transfer breast enhancement, you may lose volume in your breasts. The transferred fat cells behave like the rest of the fat in your body. If you lose weight, fat cells shrink, which can reduce the size of your breasts. On the other hand, gaining weight will cause the fat cells to expand, increasing breast volume. To preserve the desired results, maintaining a stable weight after the procedure is recommended.
Dr. Polavarapu, an expert in fat transfer to the breasts surgery, tailors each operation to the specific needs of each patient. Our goal at Polavarapu Plastic Surgery, PLLC, is for every woman, regardless of why she chooses breast augmentation, to feel good about her body. Call us now at 817-615-8576 to schedule a consultation.