Is a Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation painful?

Our anesthesia team will administer a type of anesthesia before you go into surgery. This procedure is typically done under general anesthesia. During your recovery, you will experience symptoms such as swelling, bruising, and discomfort around the surgical site, which is entirely normal. Dr. Pace can recommend a number of pain medication types to help you feel comfortable, and assist in your healing process.

How many appointments will I need?

Most fat transfer breast augmentations can be completed in one surgical appointment. We schedule a follow-up appointment for Dr. Pace to check your progress and healing. The follow-up appointment is also important for you to share how you are feeling and what your recovery experience has been like thus far. For some patients, there may be a need for additional surgery, depending on the results or how satisfied you are.

How long until I see results?

The results of a Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation will begin to appear immediately, but tend to finalize between 3 to 6 months post-surgery. Each patient’s recovery and results differ, but as long as you follow the advice for post-surgical care, and check in with Dr. Pace throughout your recovery process, the 3 to 6-month benchmark is standard for results to become clear. As with any surgery undertaken for aesthetic reasons, you may see room for improvement if you aren’t fully satisfied with the results. It is important to discuss your expectations with Dr. Pace during your consultation and follow his recommendations as to what kind of results will best benefit your body.

Can I combine a Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation with other procedures?

Yes, you can. You can combine a Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation with Liposuction , which is the most common procedure done at the same time. Due to the fact that augmentation requires the harvesting of fatty tissue from elsewhere in your body, it is a good idea to think about what kind of liposuction you may want to combine, and talk through your options with Dr. Pace. If you are interested in combining another surgical procedure, please talk it over with Dr. Pace during your consultation, as there are some procedures he advises against combining.

What are the risks associated with a Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation?

Much like any surgery, there are associated risks you need to be aware of so that you can make an informed decision. Some of the most common risks associated with Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation include: Bleeding Swelling Bruising Fluid buildup The possibility that some of the transferred fat cells will leave the breast area Infection Dissatisfaction with the results You can discuss the option of touch-up injections to retain your improved shape if you choose this surgery. Having a breast augmentation is a very personal decision, and each patient must balance realistic goals with the potential risks, to attain the best outcome possible.

Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation In Greensboro, NC

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What is a fat transfer breast augmentation?
Who are the best candidates?
What are the benefits?
What’s the first step?
What to expect?
Recovery
How much does it cost?
Faqs

Introduction to Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation

Breast Augmentation is a very personal decision. Some women choose to get this surgery for aesthetic reasons, and others for medical reasons. Regardless of your choice, Dr. Collier Pace is a board certified plastic surgeon who specializes in Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation in Greensboro, NC, and can help deliver the results you are looking for.

What is a Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation?

Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation is an alternative option for women who are looking for a relatively small increase in breast size and would prefer natural results. Fat transfer breast augmentation uses liposuction to take fat from other parts of your body and inject it into your breasts. There are no silicone implants or other synthetic materials used in the surgery. The overall effect of a fat transfer breast augmentation is to make the breast appear fuller and larger. Depending on your desired outcome of final cup size, in most cases, just a few hundred milliliters of fat will be inserted into the breasts to change the overall silhouette and cup size.

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What are the benefits of a Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation?

Dr. Pace has seen our Greensboro Fat transfer Breast Augmentation patients enjoy so many benefits from their procedure. In addition to being a natural way to enhance breast shape and size, additional benefits include:

Breasts have a natural look and feel
Enhanced cleavage in the areas that you want the most (we can place fat in customized locations)
Fat is removed from your belly, hips, back, legs, or arms, giving your body a leaner appearance
Clothing fits better
No risk of an implant hardening or rupturing
Will not require revision surgery every 10 – 15 years, unlike implants
Fat integrates into your native tissue, whereas implants will always be a foreign body

Who are the best candidates for the Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation procedure?

You might be a great candidate for a fat transfer breast augmentation if you are looking to make subtle changes to the size of your breasts, using the existing fatty tissue on your body. If you are looking to improve the shape and increase the size of your breasts, this also may be a good option for you, which you can discuss with Dr. Pace during your consultation session. For any major surgery that is performed to alter your physical appearance for aesthetic reasons, it is important to make this choice for yourself, not anyone else. Good candidates for a fat transfer breast augmentation have realistic goals in mind, have a generally healthy body image, and understand and weigh up the risks and benefits of this surgery.

What’s the first step?

The first step to getting a fat transfer breast augmentation is to call our office for a consultation. During the consult, Dr. Pace will assess your needs and desired outcome, and determine the best course of treatment. He will look over your medical history, and tell you more about how a fat transfer breast augmentation can potentially benefit you. The consultation is also your opportunity to ask questions about the treatment options so that you can make an informed decision.

Dr. Pace will examine your breasts and the areas of your body that he could harvest from. After discussing the choices that your body provides, he will craft your surgical plan and after you both agree to the plan, our Patient Coordinator will help you schedule the day and time for surgery. You will also be provided with the necessary information needed for your surgery and some instructions you should follow to achieve the best possible results.

Before your surgery appointment, Dr. Pace will give you pre-operative instructions so that you are adequately prepared on the day of your procedure.

What to Expect on the day of Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation Surgery

When you arrive at the surgical facility, Dr. Pace will walk you through the steps of the procedure and answer any final questions. Once you are ready, we will administer anesthesia to minimize your discomfort and alleviate any pain felt from the surgery.

Dr. Pace will begin the procedure with liposuction. The fat is harvested from one or more areas of your body, which is decided during your consultation, and prepared for augmentation. It’s processed to separate it from any undesirable materials. Once the fat is ready, it is placed into a cannula, and prepared for insertion. The now purified fat is injected at various points and density into your breasts to accommodate for where fat naturally processes out of the body. The amount of fat harvested and injected will compensate for this occurrence.

Once the procedure is complete, you will be taken into a recovery room for the anesthesia to wear off, where you will then be given instructions on post-operative healing and recovery once you leave our Greensboro practice.

Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation Recovery

Before you leave our practice, you will be given a specialized support bra to wear throughout your recovery, to ensure proper healing without too much movement. You can expect to experience some bruising and swelling throughout the breast area. Dr. Pace will advise you to rest and avoid strenuous activity for the first two weeks, after which you may be able to do some very low-impact activities. We also recommend taking some time off work or regular commitments to give yourself ample time to heal, before resuming regular daily activities.

How much does a Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation cost in Greensboro, NC?

The cost of a fat transfer breast augmentation in Greensboro, NC, will depend on your surgery. During your consultation, Dr. Pace will thoroughly go over all the steps and assess your intended focus areas and problems. You will discuss your intended goals and concerns so that he can give you an accurate picture of what will be possible for your procedure. It is important to ask as many questions as possible so that you feel comfortable about the procedure and make an informed choice.

Why Choose Dr. Pace?

As a board-certified cosmetic and plastic surgeon with both the American Board of Medical Specialties (ABMS) and the American Board of Plastic Surgery (ABPS), you are in good hands with Dr. Collier Pace. He is an expert in his industry, specializing in Aesthetic/Cosmetic Plastic Surgery and Reconstructive Surgery. With years of experience and a passion for helping you look and feel your best, there is no one else you should trust with your cosmetic needs in Greensboro, NC. Dr. Pace treats every patient as an individual and will work to ensure you are happy with your treatment plan and satisfied with your results. Dr. Pace is an active member of The American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS), which is one of the most prestigious Plastic Surgery societies in the US.

Schedule your consultation

If you are interested in Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation in Greensboro, we encourage you to contact Greensboro Plastic Surgery and schedule your consultation with Dr. Pace. You can call our office or use our website to request an appointment by filling out an online application. You can achieve beautiful, natural breasts and a slimmer body in the same surgery with breast augmentation with fat transfer!

Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation FAQs

Our anesthesia team will administer a type of anesthesia before you go into surgery. This procedure is typically done under general anesthesia. During your recovery, you will experience symptoms such as swelling, bruising, and discomfort around the surgical site, which is entirely normal. Dr. Pace can recommend a number of pain medication types to help you feel comfortable, and assist in your healing process.
Most fat transfer breast augmentations can be completed in one surgical appointment. We schedule a follow-up appointment for Dr. Pace to check your progress and healing. The follow-up appointment is also important for you to share how you are feeling and what your recovery experience has been like thus far. For some patients, there may be a need for additional surgery, depending on the results or how satisfied you are.
The results of a Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation will begin to appear immediately, but tend to finalize between 3 to 6 months post-surgery. Each patient’s recovery and results differ, but as long as you follow the advice for post-surgical care, and check in with Dr. Pace throughout your recovery process, the 3 to 6-month benchmark is standard for results to become clear.

As with any surgery undertaken for aesthetic reasons, you may see room for improvement if you aren’t fully satisfied with the results. It is important to discuss your expectations with Dr. Pace during your consultation and follow his recommendations as to what kind of results will best benefit your body.
Yes, you can. You can combine a Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation with Liposuction, which is the most common procedure done at the same time. Due to the fact that augmentation requires the harvesting of fatty tissue from elsewhere in your body, it is a good idea to think about what kind of liposuction you may want to combine, and talk through your options with Dr. Pace. If you are interested in combining another surgical procedure, please talk it over with Dr. Pace during your consultation, as there are some procedures he advises against combining.
Much like any surgery, there are associated risks you need to be aware of so that you can make an informed decision. Some of the most common risks associated with Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation include:

Bleeding
Swelling
Bruising
Fluid buildup
The possibility that some of the transferred fat cells will leave the breast area
Infection
Dissatisfaction with the results

You can discuss the option of touch-up injections to retain your improved shape if you choose this surgery. Having a breast augmentation is a very personal decision, and each patient must balance realistic goals with the potential risks, to attain the best outcome possible.

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