Fat Transfer
How many times have you thought, 'why can't I just move the fat from my [fill in the blank] to my [breasts/butt]?' Well the answer is yes, we can move that fat! Fat grafting is when fat is removed from one part of the body with liposuction, and then reinjected using blunt-tip cannulas into another part of the body where more volume is desired, such as the breasts or buttocks. Get in contact with Alamo Plastic Surgery which is one of the best plastic surgery clinics for fat transfer in San Antonio TX.
Unlike other fillers, like silicone implants, grafted fat is biocompatible. It is your own tissue! No worries about reaction or foreign bodies. It is an extremely versatile procedure, as it can be combined with many other cosmetic and reconstructive procedures with minimal additional risk!
Fat transfer is particularly helpful with breast surgery. Fat transfer breast augmentation will help to use fat to add just that little bit more volume, and perhaps, forego the need for a permanent implant! It is commonly used in breast lift surgery to improve overall contour and give a touch more volume. Fat grafting is also an excellent choice in revision breast implant surgery as the fat can be injected over an existing breast implant to improve shape, feel and limit implant rippling.
Transform your body and boost your confidence with Dr. William Albright, MD - a renowned plastic surgeon in San Antonio, TX. With his board certification from the American Board of Plastic Surgery, he offers expert cosmetic and body surgery services, such as breast augmentation, tummy tuck, and mommy makeovers. Get started on your journey towards a better you and schedule your appointment today at (210)-670-5302.
Fat Transfer FAQ’s
Is fat grafting safe in the breast? In the buttocks?
For injection into the breast, whether it is an unoperated breast, a previously augmented or lifted breast, or even a breast that has undergone previous breast cancer surgery, human studies have continued to show safety regarding risk of stimulating cancer growth.
More recently there has been concerns raised about fat transfer when the fat is dramatically altered either mechanically or by treating the fat chemically. This is still being researched and is one of the reasons Dr. Albright does not substantively process the fat. Dr. William Albright, one of the best surgeons for fat transfer surgery.
A unique issue with fat transfer is the variability of fat graft "take", meaning who much of the tissue injected will survive the transfer. Although this is a well documented phenomena, the volume of fat that survives is not easily predicted. As with any procedure a small touch-up may be desired.
Can fat grafting replace the need for a breast implant?
For my athletes... Fat grafting may be a consideration to avoid having an implant, which may migrate more over time with strenuous, competitive exercise. Fat transfer to buttocks surgery will assist you to look better. However, the patient must have enough fat somewhere else on the body to donate to the breasts! If you are particularly fit with a very low % body fat, you may not be a good candidate for this reason. Additionally, if you plan to cut weight in the future (I'm looking at you my bodybuilding friends!), the transferred fat will behave just like your normal fat. Meaning the fat volume will disappear and will not be doing its job. If you have questions on whether you could benefit from fat transfer, come visit with Dr. Albright!
Does fat transfer hurt?
What is the recovery like for Fat grafting?
When will I see my final results after fat grafting?
But this is still not your final result! Secondly, the injected fat does not have 100% graft survival. Some of those cells will not survive the transfer and will be broken down over time. This volume, as stated elsewhere, is not predictable. However, in Dr. Albright's hands and supported by the literature, about 1/2 to 2/3rds of the transfer fat will have survived by 1 year postoperatively. Most of this volume will be seen by about 3-4 months after surgery.
So typical postoperative results will be seen around 4 months after surgery. The shape of the breasts out of clothes and the scars, however will still be maturing at this time. Dr. Albright, one of the best fat transfer surgeons, will help you plan the timing of your surgery, to best fit with your schedule!