
Many women desire fuller, more shapely breasts but are hesitant to commit to traditional breast implants. Fortunately, there’s more than one path to embracing your curves and femininity.
Breast augmentation without implants, also known as a fat transfer breast augmentation, is an innovative approach that uses your body’s own fat to enhance the size and shape of your breasts. It’s a method that may work for you if your body goals include subtle, natural-looking results instead of a dramatic size increase.
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Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation
Instead of surgically inserting silicone or saline breast implants, as with traditional breast augmentation, fat transfer uses your own fat. Because of this, it’s sometimes called “natural breast augmentation.”
Here’s how it works: Our surgeons extract unwanted fat from an area of the body where you have a little extra, usually the stomach, hips, or thighs. They purify that fat and inject it into the breasts to give you a little more fullness—up to about one cup size. Our breast augmentation specialists use an advanced fat transfer technique that has an excellent “take rate,” giving you satisfying, long-lasting results.
Is Breast Augmentation With Fat Transfer Worth It?
As you’re considering fat transfer breast enhancement and deciding whether it’s a viable option for you, it’s important to understand some key aspects of the procedure:
Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation Results
It’s essential to have realistic expectations about what the procedure can accomplish:
- Results are modest compared to breast augmentation with implants.
- Results appear gradually (full results may take up to a year).
- Results are less predictable than traditional breast augmentation.
- Results feel very natural because fat transfer uses your own tissue.
- Multiple sessions may be necessary to achieve your desired results.
Overfilling can lead to uneven results, so choosing an experienced breast fat transfer specialist is a must!
Breast Fat Transfer Longevity
Good news: The fat that “survives” the transfer can last permanently. But keep these variables in mind:
- Volume loss can occur over time due to aging or weight fluctuations.
- Maintaining your weight can prolong your results.
Even better news: Technologies and techniques continue to improve fat grafting viability rates and results.
Breast Fat Transfer Side Effects
Like all cosmetic procedures, breast fat transfer carries rare yet potential risks:
- Temporary lumps or irregularities at the transfer site
- Nipple hypersensitivity
- Potential mammogram interference
Rest assured that breast fat grafting is considered extremely safe. Our surgeons will explore all the potential risks and benefits of fat grafting during your personal consultation; however, most people find that the benefits of the procedure make it well worth the effort!
A Combined Approach
It’s common for breast lift (mastopexy) and fat transfer to go hand in hand, giving breasts a fuller and perkier appearance. Our surgeons also use fat grafting to enhance your breast implant results, an approach that puts the “finishing touches” on your aesthetic transformation.
Are You the Right Breast Fat Transfer Candidate?
Still contemplating your options? This type of breast augmentation may be ideal for you if your preferences include:
- A subtle increase in breast size
- A more natural approach with minimal incisions and downtime
- Long-lasting results without the need for implant replacement
- The opportunity to enhance your breasts and contour other areas
To be considered an ideal candidate for fat grafting, you should also be in good health, have enough available fat, and have adequate breast volume to receive the fat.
Explore Breast Augmentation Without Implants
Ready to take the next step toward naturally fuller breasts? Request a consultation online or call us at (858) 452-1981 to get started.