Breast Augmentation With Fat Transfer

To be a suitable candidate for a fat transfer breast augmentation, it’s important that you’re around your ideal weight, but have some excess fat that can be used for the transfer. It’s also important that you’re not planning to lose a significant amount of weight in the future, as this can affect the long-term results of the treatment.

A natural breast augmentation is best for those who are looking for subtle changes to their breasts. If you're looking for a significant change in size and shape to your breasts then breast implants would be a better option. 

Breast Augmentation With Fat Transfer: How Does It Work?

The fat transfer, or fat grafting, procedure involves extracting fat from one part of your body and transferring it to your breasts. A fat transfer breast augmentation surgery can vary depending on where the fat is extracted from, how much is used, and your individual goals from the treatment. But, there are a few common steps involved in all fat transfer boob jobs.

1. Anaesthesia and Fat Extraction

Fat transfer breast augmentation is performed under either general or local anaesthesia. Fat is extracted using the liposuction procedure, whereby small incisions are made in the selected area to draw out the fat needed. The fat is then purified and placed in small syringes that are used for making the transfer.

2. Fat Transfer

Following the fat extraction, an incision is made on the breast the extracted fat is transferred into the areas to be augmented. This is carried out several times, to achieve the desired enhancement and look.

3. Closure

The incisions are closed and the breasts are covered with bandages. If dissolvable stitches are used, they’re broken down by the body within around 6-8 weeks. If non-absorbable sutures are used, they’re typically taken out after seven days.

Does a Fat Transfer Boob Job Hurt?

Generally speaking, the fat transfer procedure is not painful. You’ll be given either local or general anaesthetic which will numb the areas of your body that are worked on. You may experience some soreness in the days following a breast augmentation with fat transfer, but your doctor may prescribe painkillers to help to ease this.

Breast Augmentation With Fat Transfer Results and Recovery

You can expect to have some bruising and soreness in the area in which the fat was taken from following your treatment. This should begin to reduce after around a week, depending on how much fat was transferred. It’s also normal to feel some discomfort and achiness around your breasts in the days following the surgery and your doctor may advise that you wear a compression garment for 1-2 weeks to help ease the recovery.

It can take anywhere from 6-12 months for the final results of a fat transfer breast augmentation to appear. There’s also the possibility that more than one session may be needed to achieve your desired look, as over time fat cells may disperse, which can change the look of your breasts. Additional factors such as breastfeeding and weight fluctuations will also influence the appearance of your breasts. 

What Are the Benefits of a Natural Breast Augmentation Compared to Breast Implants?

One of the main benefits of natural breast augmentation compared to breast implant surgery is that it doesn’t involve the placement of foreign objects inside the breasts. The body can react to the insertion of implants as it recognises that they’re foreign objects. This can lead to what’s known as capsular contracture which may eventually cause the implants to harden, move, or change shape. The body will not react in this way when fat is transferred into the breasts during a natural breast augmentation.

Although long-lasting breast implants are not permanent. They typically need to be replaced after around 10 years. This is not the case with fat that’s transferred into the breasts.

Should I Get a Fat Transfer Boob Job Abroad or at Home?

Choosing between undergoing breast augmentation with fat transfer in the UK or abroad can be tricky. Travelling to undergo treatment overseas is becoming increasingly popular.

The rise in popularity is mainly because:

1. Breast augmentation with fat transfer costs are usually cheaper abroad compared to in the UK

2. Some of the most renowned natural breast augmentation surgeons are based at clinics overseas

3. Clinics abroad are equipped with the latest medical technologies and infrastructure

Although this is becoming a more popular option, travelling overseas for medical treatment can still feel daunting and there are a few common questions that patients ask before booking their treatment.

Why Choose Qunomedical?

Qunomedical was built on the belief that high-quality, affordable healthcare should be easily and readily accessible to everyone, regardless of their background. By taking a patient first approach, we’re on a mission to make this a reality for every patient. 

✔ 100% free, non-binding assessment: Regardless of whether you’re booking a treatment or not, we offer a 100% free, non-binding assessment to every patient that approaches Qunomedical. 

✔ Internationally renowned doctors: Our proprietary scoring system, Qunoscore, assesses doctors on over 20 data points, including qualifications, experience, number of treatments performed, accreditations, value for money, and reviews from past patients.

✔ 24/7 patient support: Your personal Patient Manager will be with you throughout your entire treatment journey, from the initial consultations through to your successful recovery. In emergency cases when you’re abroad, you can also reach us on our 24/7 hotline.

✔ Best price guaranteed: We’ve done the legwork to find world-renowned doctors who offer treatment at an affordable price. Found fat transfer breast augmentation offered at the same clinic cheaper somewhere else? Let us know and we’ll match the price.