Dr Rastogi’s Fat Transfer Procedure
Here are the most commonly asked questions about Dr Rastogi’s Fat Transfer to Breast or Autologous Fat Grafting.
Who may be a suitable candidate for Autologous Fat Grafting (Fat Transfer)?
- Women who have adequate fat stores on their body
- Those who are open to a liposuction procedure
- Women who are not suitable for breast implant surgery
- And women who already have breast implants, but are looking to further alter the breast shape after weight loss for example.
How long does Autologous Fat Grafting last?
The most recent research on Fat Transfers suggests that the fat will last, as long as the patient doesn’t undergo any major hormonal changes and a stable weight is maintained.
Is Fat Transfer to Breast a safe procedure?
There is no increased risk in developing breast cancer, studies from large patient groups worldwide confirm this.
There is no risk of issues such as capsular contracture, displacement, rotation or rupture when there is no implant involved.
For a comprehensive understanding of the risks of any cosmetic procedure, a patient is advised to consult with their doctor, during which they will be informed of all complications and risks directly by the doctor.
How can Autologous Fat Grafting be of help to patients with existing breast implants?
Although some very thin patients may not have enough fat for a Breast Augmentation via Fat Transfer alone, they may have just enough to be injected into regions where the implant is visible. This can often occur in the cleavage area or upper part of the implant if there has been weight loss after surgery.
Does Dr Rastogi perform both Fat Transfers to Breast and Breast Implants?
With any surgery, patients are advised to book a comprehensive initial consultation with Dr Rastogi who will determine the patient’s candidacy for each procedure based on the desired look and expected surgical outcome. No technique is suitable for every single patient, and both implants and fat grafting have their limitations. Dr Rastogi can actually perform both an Augmentation Mammoplasty with implants and a Fat Transfer procedure during the same surgery.
Do I need to wear a special garment following a Fat Transfer?
Dr Rastogi doesn’t specify wearing a Brava (for the chest area) following a fat transfer breast augmentation mammoplasty procedure, as Bravas can be uncomfortable and feel strange for the patient. However, following most liposuction procedures, a compression garment is to be worn for around a week to 10 days, targeting the areas where the fat was removed.
How much is a Fat Transfer to Breast procedure?
A Fat Transfer cost depends totally on the amount of liposuction patients undergo. Those enquiring are best advised to contact Dr Rastogi’s rooms for Fat Transfer pricing and provide clinic staff with their current height and weight measurements. The overall price quoted by our friendly team will include one’s initial consultation, two day-stays in hospital, anaesthetist and theatre fees, plus post-operative follow-up appointments. If a patient is seeking to remove larger amounts or more areas of fat removal (other than as is required a Fat Transfer to Breast procedure), then extra surgery time will ensue and this can be discussed during the initial consultation.
Fat Transfer Recovery
Liposuction surgery does not involve large incisions and extensive cutting so patient discomfort is generally minimal to moderate, lasts up to 10 days, and is controlled with oral medication. Some people experience some bruising, depending on the volume of fat removed. But a liposuction with Fat Transfer to breast is a good procedure for those wishing to return to normal work and resume their normal activities within a few days. It is recommended patients book lymphatic drainage massages twice weekly in the first month following their procedure, which helps the body heal faster and feel relaxed too.
More Questions on Fat Transfer to Breast?
We are here to help. Contact Dr Rastogi’s rooms in Double Bay, Sydney, on (02) 9362 1426 or complete the Enquiry Form on this page.
