Fat Transfer via Liposuction for Effective Breast Augmentation

Women tend to lose breast volume due to many reasons - weight loss, childbirth, or simply age. A mastectomy also affects the size, contour and shape of the breasts. Fortunately, experienced plastic surgeons are now providing fat transfer via liposuction for effective breast augmentation. In breast augmentation by autologous fat transfer, unwanted fat cells are harvested from certain areas of the body, and processed and injected into another, such as the breasts, to improve shape and volume.

Liposuction Surgery along with Fat Harvesting

Many women patients are realizing the double benefits of fat transfer through liposuction surgery. They can get rid of stubborn fat deposits in areas such as the abdomen and thighs via liposuction, and then utilize this fat to enhance the size and shape of their breasts.

Advanced laser liposuction surgery technologies such as SmartLipo Triplex^TM allow safe and effective fat removal with minimal risks and downtime. The triple laser-enabled cannula of this device by Cynosure is directed at the targeted site. The laser energy melts and disrupts the fat cells, which are then carefully removed. The adipose tissue that is harvested is then treated utilizing a special procedure and injected into the right spot to increase breast volume. The injection of adipose fat tissue usually takes place over a few treatment sessions.

More and more plastic surgeons are advocating the effectiveness of breast augmentation using the patient’s own body fat. In fact, the procedure helps to avoid the common issues related to breast implants including capsular contraction, leakage, rippling, visible implant margins, and more.

Liposuction with Fat Transfer for Breast Augmentation – Benefits

• Significant breast augmentation with more fat graft placement
• High fat graft survival rate for longer lasting results
• Preserve fat volume
• Eliminates chances of rejection of grafted tissue by the body
• Minimal graft complications, ensuring safety and efficacy
• Harvested fat cells can be cryogenically preserved for later use on the patient
• Avoids breast implant-associated complications

Since its introduction, advancements in liposuction treatment as well as in harvesting and grafting methods have greatly improved results.

The Right Plastic Surgeon and Environment

Fat transfer via liposuction for effective breast augmentation is ensured only when performed by a trained and experienced plastic surgeon. The fat transfer should be done correctly, failing which the patient may be left with clumpy deposits of fat that are irregularly distributed. Liposuction surgery and fat transfer must be performed in a clean and sterile environment. So if you plan to go in for the procedure, locate an AAAASF-accredited plastic surgery practice as this would ensure the highest standards of safety and patient care.