Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation

I’m Dr. Molina, and in this post we’ll be talking about a unique breast enhancement method that’s quickly rising in popularity. Fat transfer breast augmentation – also called autologous fat grafting – uses your own fat to enhance breast shape and volume. It’s a natural option if you’re seeking subtle fullness without implants, with the added benefit of body contouring where the fat is taken from. This customizable breast augmentation approach refines donor areas while shaping the breasts.

What Is the Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation Procedure?

Fat transfer is a two-step process performed at our Brooklyn plastic surgery clinic:

1. Gentle liposuction is performed to harvest fat from areas like the abdomen, flanks, thighs, or hips.
2. The fat is processed and purified, then injected into the breasts in small, layered micro-droplets for smooth, even shaping.

Because fat transfer breast augmentation uses your own tissue, the result looks and feels natural.

What Aesthetic Issues Does Fat Transfer Address?

• Subtle volume enhancement (typically around one cup size per session)
• Improved upper-pole fullness and cleavage blending
• Softening implant edges after prior augmentation
• Correction of small asymmetries
• Refinement around reconstruction or after weight loss

Benefits

Fat transfer breast augmentation benefits include soft, natural enhancement with minimal scarring and simultaneous body contouring. It’s ideal if you want a modest, tailored result using your own tissue.

Key Benefits:

• Natural look and feel (your own fat, not an implant)
• Dual benefit: breast enhancement + body contouring
• Tiny incisions, minimal scarring
• Precise shaping for asymmetry or subtle refinement
• No implant-related risks like rupture or capsular contracture

Candidates

Fat transfer breast augmentation candidates are often a good fit if you:

• Desire a modest increase in breast size and natural softness
• Have adequate donor fat (abdomen, flanks, thighs, or hips)
• Prefer to avoid implants or want to refine an existing implant result
• Are at a stable, healthy weight and a nonsmoker (or able to stop before and after surgery)
• Have realistic expectations (some transferred fat will not survive; final volume reflects what permanently “takes”)

How to Prepare for Breast Aug?

• Weight stability: Avoid major weight changes before and after surgery.
• Medication review: Pause blood thinners/NSAIDs as advised.
• Nicotine: No nicotine exposure before/after surgery to protect fat survival.
• Logistics: Arrange a ride home and light help for 24–48 hours.
• Compression: Plan to wear compression on liposuction areas as directed.

Procedure: What Happens on Surgery Day

• Anesthesia: General anesthesia in an accredited facility in Brooklyn or Tribeca
• Liposuction harvest: Small incisions + gentle techniques to protect fat viability
• Purification: Fat is washed and filtered to concentrate healthy cells
• Micro-fat injection: Placed in fine layers for sculpted shaping
• Duration: 2–3 hours depending on donor sites and goals

Results: What to Expect

• Early appearance: Breasts look fuller; some fullness is swelling.
• Fat “take” rate: 60–80% typically survives long-term; the rest reabsorbs.
• Longevity: Surviving fat lasts for years and behaves like natural fat.
• Staging: Larger size goals may need a second session.

Recovery

Days 1–3:

• Soreness in liposuction areas
• Breasts feel full/tight
• Walk short distances

Week 1:

• Return to non-strenuous work
• Avoid pressure on breasts (no underwire, sleep on your back)

Weeks 2–4:

• Gradual return to light exercise
• Continue compression on liposuction sites

Weeks 6–12:

• Swelling subsides
• Shape refines
• Evaluate fat survival and discuss next steps

Aftercare Tips

• Avoid direct pressure on breasts
• Maintain hydration and nutrition
• Keep weight stable
• Follow incision and compression instructions

Why Choose Dr. Molina?

My approach focuses on natural shape, proportion, and longevity. I use meticulous micro-injection techniques to maximize fat survival and smooth contouring. Patients appreciate refined aesthetic judgment, clear communication, and thorough aftercare.

Cost of Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation

Pricing varies by donor sites, complexity, and whether multiple sessions are planned. Quotes include surgeon’s fee, anesthesia, facility costs, and follow-ups. We accept major credit cards and offer financing options.

Complementary Procedures

• Liposuction (abdomen, flanks, thighs)
• Breast lift (mastopexy)
• Implants + fat (“hybrid augmentation”)

Frequently Asked Questions

How much size can I gain?

About one cup per session; larger changes may need staging or hybrid augmentation.

Will the fat survive long-term?

Yes—expect 60–80% long-term survival.

Are results as full as implants?

Fat transfer is best for subtle/moderate fullness; implants create more dramatic volume.

What if I’m very lean?

You need adequate donor fat; hybrid or implants may be better.

Is scarring visible?

Incisions are tiny and fade well.

Do implants require surveillance?

For silicone implants: imaging beginning at 5–6 years, then every 2–3 years.

If you’re interested in a natural approach to breast enhancement, schedule a consultation. I’ll help you choose the safest, most beautiful option for your goals.