Experience breast augmentation with autologous fat

Read testimonials about Breast augmentation with autologous fat? Well-shaped, beautiful and natural breasts are an ideal of beauty for many women. Their shape and size is influenced by natural ageing, medical treatments and genetics. Do you want breast augmentation without unnecessary risks? Then lipofilling is a safe solution. For fuller, natural-looking breasts, you need nothing more than your body's own fat. Testimonials on breast augmentation with autologous fat illustrate how the procedure is performed and what results you can expect.

What are the Advantages Breast augmentation with autologous fat

During the procedure, autologous fat is harvested from other areas, such as the hips, buttocks, thighs or abdomen, using a cannula. The advantage of this technique is that no silicone implants are required to enlarge the breasts. Your breasts will look and feel normal and natural. The only incisions made by the doctor are where the fat has been suctioned out, and the wounds are no larger than 4 millimetres. Stitches are not usually necessary. It is sufficient to close the wounds with suture strips, so-called Steri-Strips. This procedure is suitable for augmenting and lifting slightly sagging breasts and for breast reconstruction. The use of autologous fat causes fewer complications than implants. Many women feel comfortable with the results achieved.

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What are the Disadvantages Breast augmentation with autologous fat

However, the treatment method also has disadvantages. It is important to find an experienced doctor who performs breast augmentation by liposuction and lipofilling. Although both techniques are safe, knowledge and experience are required to achieve the desired result. The most important points are:

Restriction of the cup size

More is not possible. In contrast to the use of silicone implants, it is only possible to enlarge your breasts by a maximum of one cup size "more" using your own body fat. Lipofilling is not the right technique for this breast augmentation option.

Injected fat is lost

As fat does not have its own blood supply, it utilises the natural blood circulation in the breast. This is one of the reasons why only a limited amount of fat is injected. A certain percentage of the transplanted fat is lost. This happens as the body's own functions break down the fat and ensure that it is removed naturally. This means that you sometimes need more than one liposuction and lipofilling treatment to achieve the desired result.

Sufficient fat and motivation achieve the better result

One Breast augmentation with autologous fat is only possible if you have enough "extra" fat. 1000 millilitres of this is required to effectively enlarge the breast. In practice, everyone has a certain amount of fat deposits. The fat removed from this is prepared for transplantation into the breast by centrifugation. Experience shows that women who approach the procedure with motivation achieve better results.

Are there any problems with mammography after breast augmentation?

Another disadvantage of breast augmentation with autologous fat is that the injections make it more difficult to detect breast cancer. Fat tends to calcify. These small, usually hard areas (microcalcifications) are difficult to detect with a Mammography visible. It is reassuring for you to know that spotting and breast cancer have a different pattern. However, it does mean that you will need to have more frequent checks in the form of breast biopsies. This is especially true for women with a family history of breast cancer. You may need to monitor breast changes for the rest of your life and undergo regular follow-ups. Doctors recommend that you have a mammogram before treatment. Women under the age of 30 are sometimes also given an ultrasound. This provides a comparison to better recognise any calcifications that occur later.

When should you decide in favour of breast augmentation with fat?

Like any other procedure, breast augmentation with fat is not always the best or most suitable treatment technique. The method offers an excellent solution for:

Women with excess fat in the lower body and relatively small breasts
Women who, after significant weight loss, have persistent fat deposits that make their breasts appear smaller
Women who want to discreetly enlarge their breasts but have an aversion to silicone implants
Women who have experience with or are afraid of capsular contraction due to implants
Women who have undergone a full or partial mastectomy as a result of cancer treatment

Women with an unhealthy BMI and who are significantly overweight are not eligible for liposuction and lipofilling.

Possible complaints and complications after breast augmentation with autologous fat

Testimonials not only illustrate positive experiences. Patients also report on the negative aspects and risks of the procedure. It turns out that some of the transplanted fat does not survive the procedure and is disposed of naturally by the body. This results in a loss of volume. However, the greatest risk of liposuction and lipofilling is that injected fat cells can enter a blood vessel and cause an embolism. This is a rare complication, but one that cannot be ruled out. Most women recover quickly after the operation. Always follow your doctor's aftercare instructions and do not hesitate to contact them if you have any complaints.

Recovery and aftercare

The Breast augmentation with autologous fat consists of two procedures: Liposuction and lipofilling. You will need to wear compression garments at the liposuction sites so that the layers of tissue can adhere to each other. It is normal to feel sore for a few days, so take it easy and listen to your body. Keep moving, which doesn't mean you have to go into overdrive straight away. For the breast where the fat has been injected, it is advisable to wear a light stabilising bra for as long as possible. Allow your breasts to rest and do not massage the skin. It takes time for the fat to settle. The results of breast augmentation with autologous fat are in principle permanent. However, you should pay attention to your eating habits. Significant weight fluctuations have an effect on the fat.

Your personal consultation for breast augmentation

Are you in doubt between breast augmentation with implants or autologous fat? In the Acura Medical Centre in Weert, our plastic surgeons use both techniques and will be happy to show you the results they have achieved so far. Make an appointment for a consultation and discuss your wishes with the surgeon. Based on this, you will receive a personalised treatment proposal.

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