Fat Grafting for Breast Augmentation - Is it Effective?

Plastic surgeons are now offering a viable alternative to implants for enhancing breast size and shape with fat transfer. The procedure involves taking a fat graft from one area of the patient’s body and using it for • Primary breast augmentation to increase the size of the breastsrn• Correcting defects that occur due to breast reconstruction done to replace breast tissue that has been removed due to cancer or trauma Women considering the fat grafting for breast augmentation procedure want to know it is really effective. This depends on several factors, including the surgeon who performs the procedure. Successful Fat Transfer – Important Considerations The plastic surgeon first evaluates the patient to see if she is a good candidate for fat transfer to the breasts. Adipose tissue is typically removed from areas such as the thighs and abdomen. So a patient with excessive fat in these areas is considered a good candidate. However, as not too much fat is required, slim women too can benefit from the procedure. Another important factor which influences the effectiveness of fat removal is the technology used. Advanced laser liposuction with a technology such as Smartlipo Triplex would assure safe and efficient fat disruption and removal. The surgeon uses its small, minimally invasive laser-enabled cannula to gently melt the fat, which is then suctioned off. Before the fat is grafted on to the breasts, it is processed to remove impurities. The fat tissue is combined with the patient’s own adipose-derived regenerative cells (ADRCs). This enriched fat graft is then injected into the appropriate place on the breasts. The result is improved shape and volume. Fat Grafting for Breast Enhancement – Effective Results Fat transfer for augmenting and enhancing the breasts is proving a very effective procedure, with patients reporting high levels of satisfaction. Advantages of the procedure • It avoids the risks and problems associated with breast implants such as rippling, rupture, and morern• The breasts look and feel natural with no loss of sensitivityrn• The use of the patient’s own fat does away with the risk of rejection by the bodyrn• There are no incisions or cuts as all the procedures are minimally invasivern• Reduced patient trauma as bruising and pain are minimalrn• The use of local anesthesia reduces risk and treatment timern rnThe fat graft is absorbed by the body over a period of time so that the breasts retain their natural look. Ensuring Safety and the Best Results Setting right breast deformities improves a woman’s confidence and body image, though it’s important that patient expectations must be realistic. To ensure safe and effective fat grafting for breast augmentation, the procedure should be performed by a skilled, experienced and board-certified plastic surgeon.