A natural alternative to breast augmentation with implants is the transfer of own fat from an area with unsightly deposits (abdomen, thighs, wings) to the breasts after processing. The procedure is aimed at patients who want a natural result, a moderate increase in breast volume, without requiring a mastopexy (breast lift).
WHAT IS LIPOTRANSFER AND WHAT DOES THIS PROCEDURE CONSIST OF?
Since it is a 2 in 1 procedure (liposuction plus breast augmentation) and does not involve the use of artificial materials, autologous fat transfer has become increasingly popular among patients in recent years. The operation can also be performed in combination with augmentation with an implant, in which case it has more of a breast contouring role.
BREAST AUGMENTATION WITH OWN FAT
The surgeon identifies the "donor" areas and extracts the needed fat through a special liposuction method, which prevents cell destruction. The fat and fluid obtained are processed, converted into pure fat and then injected into the fatty tissue of the breast.
AFTER THE PROCEDURE
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you may feel mild discomfort and notice slight swelling in your breasts and in the area where the fat was harvested. The swelling and bruising caused by liposuction lasts a few days, and those on the breasts for up to two weeks.
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avoid sleeping on your stomach for about 4 weeks
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avoid sexual relaxation in the first two weeks after surgery
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avoid compression bras in the first weeks and favour special sports bras
RESULTS
Approximately 50-65% of the fat graft will have permanent results, but this is variable because the fat may resorb unevenly, leaving room for asymmetry and requiring revision of the procedure.
The reason is that fat injections involve the transfer of living fat cells, which need blood flow to survive. Too many fat cells tend to overcrowd the blood vessels in the breast, so that some cells end up not getting adequate access to them. In this case, they are reabsorbed by the body, not getting the vitamins, nutrients and oxygen needed for survival.
PRICES
The autologous fat transfer procedure at the breast level, performed by CRONOS MED surgeons (Dr. Constantin Stan's prices are here) costs:
from 3.000 €
What is lipotransfer?
The lipotransfer procedure belongs to the category of plastic surgery and is also known as autologous fat transplantation. It is a body contouring and reconstructive technique. It focuses on certain areas of the body such as the face, buttocks or breasts. As far as breast augmentation is concerned, this procedure is a natural alternative to implants and involves the transfer of own adipose tissue from certain body areas to the breast area. This corrects loss of volume, ageing, sagging skin, but is also beneficial in the case of trauma or birth defects.
In which areas is lipotransfer performed?
Lipotransfer surgery is suitable for various areas of the body such as the face, buttocks and breasts. It is used to correct facial asymmetries, fill in the lips, cheeks, beard area, cheekbones and other facial areas. In the case of the breasts, lipotransfer can be used to reshape the bust following past breast augmentation surgery or for moderate breast augmentation. It is also successful in shaping the posterior. You should know, however, that before any such procedure you should consult a cosmetic doctor who can assess the areas to be treated.
What can be the results after lipotransfer in breasts?
Following a lipotransfer you can achieve on average an increase in breast volume by one and a half sizes. Post-operative results are natural because the natural breast volume is due to fat, so we are talking about the same type of tissue used for lipotransfer. In terms of fat grafting, around 50-65% of this will have permanent results. This is because the fat can be reabsorbed unevenly, an effect that can lead in some cases to revision of the procedure. Another result of this procedure is a slight breast lift. Overall, the results are extremely realistic in shape, texture and feel.
What is lipotransfer?
Procedure for lipotransfer is part of the category of plastic surgery and is also known as autologous fat transplantation. It is a body reshaping and reconstructive technique. It focuses on certain areas of the body such as the face, buttocks or breasts. As far as breast augmentation is concerned, this procedure is a natural alternative to implants and involves the transfer of own adipose tissue from certain body areas to the breast area. This corrects loss of volume, ageing, sagging skin, but is also beneficial in the case of trauma or birth defects.
In which areas is lipotransfer performed?
The intervention of lipotransfer is suitable for various body areas such as face, buttocks and breasts. It is used for correcting facial asymmetries, filling in lips, cheeks, beard area, cheekbones and other facial areas. In the case of the breasts, lipotransfer can be used to reshape the bust following past breast augmentation surgery or for moderate breast augmentation. It is also successful in shaping the posterior. You should know, however, that before any such procedure you should consult a cosmetic doctor who can assess the areas to be treated.
What can be the results after lipotransfer in breasts?
Following a lipotransfer you can achieve on average an increase in breast volume by one and a half sizes. Post-operative results are natural because natural breast volume is due to fat, so we are talking about the same type of tissue used for lipotransfer. In terms of fat grafting, around 50-65% of this will have permanent results. This is because the fat can be reabsorbed unevenly, an effect that can lead in some cases to revision of the procedure. Another result of this procedure is a slight breast lift. Overall, the results are extremely realistic in shape, texture and feel.
