Enhancing your breasts with fat transfer breast augmentation—often called natural breast augmentation—is an exciting way to achieve natural-looking, subtle results. By using your own fat instead of implants, you can add about one cup size to your breasts while sculpting other areas of your body.
Here, I’ll discuss what you can expect from the procedure and guide you through practical steps to maximize your results.
Preparing for Your Procedure
Achieving your desired results starts with preparation. Maintain a stable weight and good health, choose a board-certified plastic surgeon experienced in fat transfer, and set aside adequate time for recovery.
What To Expect Immediately Before & After Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation
Understanding what to expect on the day of your procedure and shortly after can help you feel more prepared:
- The procedure will be performed under local or general anesthesia, depending on your treatment plan.
- Compression bandages will reduce swelling and promote proper healing.
- While you may experience some swelling and bruising, you can manage these temporary effects with over-the-counter or prescribed medications.
Proper care during these critical early days supports your body’s recovery and promotes successful fat cell integration.
Long-Term Recovery Tips
Recovery doesn’t stop once the initial swelling subsides. Longer-term habits can significantly affect your results:
- To keep your enhanced shape intact, maintain a consistent weight. Significant weight changes can affect the transferred fat cells.
- You can resume light activity within a couple of weeks but should wait for strenuous exercise until your surgeon clears you—typically around 6 weeks post-op.
Avoid sleeping on your stomach or sides for the first few weeks, and opt for a supportive bra.
How the SVELT Technique Benefits Your Results
I use the SVELT (small volume elective liposuction transfer) technique, a specialized fat transfer breast augmentation approach. This in-office procedure involves a series of smaller grafts performed under local anesthesia, making it both efficient and more comfortable.
Benefits include:
- Improved Fat Cell Survival: The careful handling of fat during the SVELT procedure helps more cells survive the transfer process for a fuller and more lasting result.
- Faster Recovery: With less volume transferred at once, I minimize tissue disruption, leading to shorter recovery times and more control over your results.
- Subtle, Gradual Enhancements: Many patients appreciate achieving results gradually over multiple sessions.
The SVELT technique offers a precise, tailored approach to natural breast augmentation. Learn more about the pros and cons of fat transfer in my related blog post.
Final Considerations for Optimal Results
Fat transfer breast augmentation offers natural, long-lasting results, but you should keep a few things in mind:
- Not all transferred fat cells will survive, so a slight decrease in volume in the weeks following surgery is normal.
- While your results can last for many years, factors such as aging, weight changes, and pregnancy may affect your breasts over time.
- One of the benefits of fat transfer is the minimal scarring compared to implant surgery. Any scars from the liposuction areas are small and typically fade over time.
By working closely with your surgeon and following recovery recommendations, you’ll enjoy the full benefits of this transformative procedure.
Are You Ready To Enhance Your Curves?
Fat transfer breast augmentation is an artful way to enhance your curves while using your body’s own resources. I invite you to take the next step and call my office today at (650) 325-1118 or request a consultation.
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