Update on Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation

One of the most sought after treatments we offer has been the Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation.  In light of the PIP breast implant scandal women are seeking alternatives to implants.

In 2012 we saw a steep rise in fat transfer procedures- not only to the breast, but also the the hands and face.  "FAT HAS BECOME THE NEW FILLER"-  its your own tissue, you cant reject it, and it wont result in capsule formation or contracture.  Furthermore, it is soft, feels like surrounding tissue and blends in with the natural shape and contour.

BAAPS have also commented “Interestingly, for the first time we see a greater number of women having procedures to re-insert fat (known as fat transfer, to add volume to the face) than to remove it, in the form of liposuction."

  
The most popular procedure was still breast augmentation (‘boob jobs’ using implants) but numbers dipped by 1.6%, from 10,015 in 2011 to 9,854 in 2012
Women had more fat-injecting than fat-removing procedures for the first time, with 2,641 fat transfer procedures compared with 2,638 liposuction ops.

Graft retention rates (the volume of fat that survives) have improved vastly.  This is mainly due to healthier respect for the tissue and utilising different techniques.   Using more volume has also allowed us to achieve slightly larger sizes than before.
Important is still to have very realistic expectations.  These are not implants and thus sizes like DD and E are not achievable.  Also many women require significant lifting of the breast and this procedure is not suited for that, although more projection of the breast is often achieved.

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VASER Breast reduction - non surgical

The female breast reduction procedure is generally a surgical procedure to reduce the weight and size of the breasts.  During the surgical version of the procedure fat, gland and skin are removed to resize the breasts and in most cases the nipple needs to be repositioned.

Breast size varies in women and often there is an asymmetry between the left and the right side.   A variety of factors determine the size and shape - genes, hormones, body frame, weight and lifestyle.
In later life the breasts often lose volume and may become droopy, especially in some that have breast fed and have had children.

Breast reduction can assist in lifting the breasts and changing the size, weight and shape.

Physical problems may also include:

• backache 
• neck pain
• skin irritation
• poor posture
• excessive sweating, rashes and skin
• infections under the breasts
• weals or grooves on the shoulders from bra straps
• an inability to exercise or take part in sports

Common psychological problem also include:

unwanted attention or harassment

self-consciousness

depression

Traditional breast reduction involves a general anaesthetic and fairly extensive scars that take on an "anchor shape".  Many women find this option unattractive due to the risk factors.


An alternative to this is VASER Breast Reduction. 
The procedure is performed under sedation and local anaesthetic.  The access points are very small (5-6mm) and heal to leave almost no scar.  The postoperative care includes MLD sessions which remove unwanted fluid and swelling.  The breasts will be relatively firm and swollen for about 1-3 months, although this various between individuals.  MLD sessions help alleviate the swelling.
As the VASER helps contract the skin it also creates a bit of a lift of the breast.


The main benefits of VASER breast reduction are:

• volume reduction
• weight reduction the breasts
• reduce backache and neck pain
• marginal lift
• local anaesthetic
• minimal scarring
• day case procedure

Dr Wolf recommends a mammogram before and about 6-12 months after the procedure.