Do you have trouble spots of fat throughout your body that you wish you could shift to another area of your body? Dr. Basile is a board-certified plastic surgeon who can help you achieve this wish by using your own fat to enhance your breasts!
What is a Breast Fat Transfer?
Fat transfer to the breast uses Liposuction to transfer unwanted fat from the stomach, hips, and thighs to your breasts. This natural breast enhancement method may be favorable if your goal is to have a subtle enhancement that has a natural look and feel. Advantages of a fat transfer breast augmentation include no possibility of a rupture or hardening of a breast implant, no need for maintenance, no incisions, and the reduction of fat in the area of the body it was transferred from.
Reasons for Breast Fat Transfer
Breast fat transfer is an appealing option for patients who want a modest increase in breast volume while maintaining a natural appearance. This procedure is ideal for individuals who prefer to avoid implants and are looking for breast size enhancement using their own tissue. In addition to improving breast shape, fat transfer allows for body contouring in areas where excess fat is present, such as the abdomen, hips, or thighs, creating balanced, proportionate results.
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Before Your Breast Fat Transfer Procedure
Before your breast fat transfer procedure, you will meet with Dr. Basile for a personalized consultation. During this visit, your goals, medical history, and available donor fat areas will be carefully evaluated to determine whether fat transfer is the right approach for you. You will receive detailed pre-operative instructions, which may include guidelines on medications, quitting smoking, and maintaining a stable weight to help optimize your results and support a smooth recovery.
Your Breast Fat Transfer Procedure
The fat transfer procedure consists of two procedures performed simultaneously. Dr. Basile will begin with Liposuction which uses a tiny “cannula” or small needle to loosen and remove body fat from the desired area. This fat is then processed and prepared to be harvested to a new area. The small percentage of transferred fat that can be used after it is processed is then inserted into the breast in various locations with small needles. The site of the original Liposuction procedure, as well as the newly sized breast, is then recontoured and positioned to fit naturally with the body.
After Your Breast Fat Transfer Breast Enhancement
After your breast fat transfer procedure, it is normal to experience swelling, bruising, and mild soreness in both the donor areas and the breasts. Compression garments are typically recommended to support healing and help contour the areas where liposuction was performed. Patients are encouraged to follow post-procedure instructions closely, including activity restrictions and follow-up appointments, to ensure proper fat retention and natural-looking results.
Implants vs. Fat Transfer: Choosing Your Breast Augmentation
You might have decided on a breast augmentation procedure, but haven’t decided what kind you want. That’s okay— each have their own benefits for different results, so make sure to ask any questions you might have during your consultation. In the meantime, here’s some information on two common types of augmentations so you know what
What to Expect After Your Breast Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation
A fat transfer is generally less strenuous on the body, therefore, recovery time can be quicker than traditional breast augmentation with implants. Your initial recovery will last up to three days and swelling or bruising will subside within the next few weeks. Depending on your procedure, you may take a few weeks or a few months to return to physical activity.
Why Choose Basile Plastic Surgery for a Breast Fat Transfer?
Basile Plastic Surgery & Wellness offers an individualized approach to breast fat transfer, focusing on natural outcomes and patient safety. With advanced techniques and meticulous attention to detail, Dr. Basile carefully harvests, processes, and transfers fat to maximize retention and achieve balanced enhancements. Patients benefit from personalized care and a commitment to results that complement their natural body contours.
Learn More About a Breast Fat Transfer at Basile Plastic Surgery & Wellness
To see if Breast Fat Transfer is right for your breast augmentation, contact Dr. Basile and schedule your consultation in Jacksonville, Florida today!
Frequently Asked Questions
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Dr. Patrick L. Basile is a board-certified plastic surgeon based in Jacksonville Beach, FL. He has worked with the National Naval Medical Center in Bethesda, which became the Walter Reed National Military Medical Center where he became the Assistant Chief of Plastic Surgery and the Director of Microsurgery. He joined the faculty at Johns Hopkins University and the University of Pittsburgh. He participates in annual humanitarian cleft lip and palate efforts as well. Dr. Basile has been acknowledged in numerous magazines, newspapers, books, and on television. He has won multiple awards over the years, and has a rating of 4.7 out of almost 300 reviews.
