For some people, the thought of placing a foreign body in your body is scary. Some might wish to conduct a breast augmentation in a more natural way. One option is breast enlargement with fat transplant.
How is the procedure performed?
During the surgery, fat is removed from one area of your body and inserted in your breasts. This is a procedure in which your size and/or shape will be altered without inserting breast implants. One of the benefits of breast enlargement with fat transfer is that the breast will feel like a ‘normal’ breast.
Are you eligible for the procedure?
In order to be eligible for the surgery, you have to have enough fat surplus in order to have sufficient material to replace. Usually at least a UK size 10. This is however subject to change and will be depending on the individual person. If you are wondering if you are eligible for a breast enlargement with fat transfer, we recommend that you come in for a consultation.
Back to work: | Usually after 1 week |
Procedure time: | 1-5 – 2 hours |
3D consultation: | Yes |
How long time does the procedure take?
The surgery itself is performed under general anesthesia and takes between 1.5 and 2 hours. The injections will be placed between your skin pigments and will more or less be invisible after recovery.
After the surgery, you will stay in the N1 Plastic Surgery recovery department for three to six hours. Here our team will take care of you, give you some food, and help you get dressed.
Sports BRA the first few weeks
After your surgery, you will receive a sports bra fitted specifically for you. The bra is to be worn day and night for about 6 weeks. This is crucial in order to achieve the best result.
Tension and tenderness
The first time after the surgery, you may experience a sensation of swelling, tension, and tenderness. This is temporary and will reduce gradually over the first few weeks after surgery.
Limitations
Breast augmentation with fat transfer only give 1 CUP size enhancement. Patients that want bigger breasts will have to repeat the procedure at the same cost of the original surgery.
One week after your surgery you will come back for the first post-surgery control. 14 days after your surgery, you will again return to the clinic and we will remove the remaining of stitches.
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Book a consultation
If you are considering to have a breast enlargement with fat transplant, it is crucial and important that you schedule a consultation first. Here you will get the chance to explain your wishes and our surgeons will then guide and inform you of the various possibilities. Everybody is unique and needs a tailored consultation and procedure. Your surgeon will explain the benefits and downsides with the various options, and together, you will decide the next steps. We charge a 150 pound fee for our non-obligated consultation. The amount will be deducted from your surgery.