xpassion

July 24, 2007 at 1:08 am

Yes, I think they are just ‘gone’ when fat is lost. Usually when women lose significant amounts of weight some fat comes off their breasts … probably best to lose the weight first, then have it done – cuz it’s expensive enough without having to do it twice.

Elana

July 24, 2007 at 8:55 am

Thanks for your insight! We, at Beauty Chat, are all about making smart choices. It does seem likely that a woman should be at a comfortable size before looking into breast augmentation with fat transfer, and most importantly, consult an experienced plastic surgeon with any questions and concerns.

Kate

August 21, 2007 at 4:27 pm

As someone who formerly had breast implants, I think the fat transfer is a great idea. Implants are not all they are cracked up to be, requiring replacement surgeries at great cost and pain, as well as scarring and encapsulation, which isn’t as uncommon as they’d have you believe.
If someone has no body fat at all, then they’d not be a candidate for this procedure. But few among us cannot gain any weight. I’d certainly be happy to eat a little extra to have nice breasts…especially if the fat were taken from my thighs…how fun to be able to gain weight and have it all go to the chest!

lonely

September 18, 2008 at 5:17 am

can you pls. enlighten me on my doubt?
is this true that the fat from other part of the body could be transferred to breast and enhance the bust size. how long does the breast enhanced size remain. i mean in terms of years. or after sometime will my breast come to original size. waht could be the size of enhancement. i mean in terms of inches. how much can you grow it with the transfer of fat.
pls. let know. i very badly need it.

thanks in adv. and for your kindness and correct reply.
regards
lonely

Brook

September 18, 2008 at 3:25 pm

Hi Lonely, Brook here; I’m glad you enjoyed the post. In answer to your question: Yes, breast augmentation can be surgically achieved with fat transfer. However, it is only available from the board certified plastic surgeons that offer it (not all do). Because the purpose of this blog is to inform, but not necessarily advise, I would recommend that you search for board certified plastic surgeons in your area who perform this procedure. PlasticSurgery.com can help you find specialists in the area of your choice. Then, visit their Web sites to learn more about each one. Finally, if their Web sites do not address this procedure specifically (for example, they offer breast augmentation but it is not clear if they perform both implant and fat transfer procedures), call the office and inquire. If none of the doctors you contact offer the fat transfer method, perhaps you can ask for a referral to one that does. They may be able to help you in that way. I hope that this response helps you as well. Finally – again, I’m speaking woman-to-woman and not as an expert – I’m a little concerned regarding your motivations for seeking aesthetic enhancement. If you are indeed chronically “lonely” or depressed, please remember that no amount of outward modification will remedy that. I would encourage you to seek improvement on the inside first, and to find a caring peer or professional to discuss your feelings with. Again, we value your readership and hope you will continue to find the info Beauty Chat helpful!

britni abrumelo

March 22, 2009 at 8:47 pm

i think this is a GREAT method! but unfortunalty i am one of those girls who has trouble GAINING weight so this wouldnt work for me i’m flat for life… because i dont want to deal with the dangerous risks of implants =( life sucks

brit brat

Elana

March 25, 2009 at 2:21 pm

Hey Britni, I feel your pain. I have a pear-shaped body, with a small chest. Do you know how often I think, “Wow! How great would it be to fill out this bikini top?!” But then I think to myself how beautiful it is that we are all different. I bet you can rock the skinny pant and sexy blouses without the need for a bra? My friends who are naturally endowed long to go bra-less at times and not have back pain. Each day, I am learning to be happy with my own body. For me, working out and eating healthy make me feel good on the inside AND out. Good luck!!!

Angie

May 8, 2009 at 9:39 am

I am a 31 year old mother of 1. My mother was flat chested and at 13 I was mortified that I might be as well. Turns out I developed pretty quick with the ugliest purple stretchmarks ever. From a training bra to a c cup in 3 months! After having my child I wound up being a D cup for years. At one point I gained a significant amount of weight and they got even bigger. But what goes up must come down and boy gravity got em good. I struggle with getting a bra that fits and lifts without having to shove them back in every 5 minutes. I have been fitted several times as women should every so often because we change. But the styles available to be cute and sexy generally are targeted for women who have perky breast. I have to get creative if I am going to wear a top that is low cut. My boyfriend of 8 years says I am perfect and beautiful and doesn’t understand why I am complaining. This is about me feeling comfortable in my own skin not about pleasing someone else. I don’t want implants because of the dangers and the hassle not to mention it seems most men including my man hat them. From what I read they are hard and uncomfortable. I am happy with my size but a lift would take that away and I am 5 ft 9in and about 190pounds. I cannot be small chested without looking like a male (or at least that is how I feel). I have a big bone structure so a flat chest and a big butt would make me feel “YUK”. I would love to get the fat transfer but am worried about what after effects it has. Has anyone out there had it done to provide some insight to those of us considering this procedure. I want woman to woman not a physician trying to sell it to me. I want the real deal! Anyone?

Jennifer

May 8, 2009 at 10:17 am

Hi Angie!

I’d recommend visiting the PlasticSurgery.com Forums to speak with patients who may have undergone this procedure. You’ll be able to ask your questions and get answers from real patients

Good luck!

ImplantSurgeon

May 18, 2009 at 3:20 pm

Wow this method sounds great! Unfortunately, I think that losing weight will also shrink the breasts size…

Sandy

June 17, 2009 at 9:29 am

Hello well im 27 yrs old and i have 2 kids and a bit of a belly stood and does not want to go away and i was looking into fat transfer cause im not looking of a huge siza either i just want my breast to look fuller cause now they sag its hard for me to gain weight as well but i have this big belly thats horrible do you think this fat transfer would be somethink i should consider??

Jennifer

June 17, 2009 at 3:12 pm

Hi Sandy! I suggest checking out the Forums on PlasticSurgery.com for more info on this procedure. You’ll be able to talk to other people who have undergone this procedure and even look for a surgeon in your area. Good luck!

ernest

October 26, 2009 at 4:45 am

My wife, of twenty four years and five children, underwent gastric bypass two years ago. She is quite literly half the woman she used to be. Now we are looking at getting the “body work” done. She has no fat to speek of and we are not comfortable with “bag” style implants. Can any body provide info on the “string” implant? We are not looking for an over night wonder fix. But rather a long term and lasting form of enhansment. We are looking at / for options before she undergoes the lift / reduction surgery.

tina

January 7, 2010 at 7:28 am

I’ve had the procedure (fat transfer) three weeks ago, can hardly see a difference to the breasts as the weeks go by. will be visiting surgeon in two weeks for check up. i think most of the fat has been absorbed back into the body. i had a mummy tummy but after lipo it has completely gone, which is great, but I went for breast augmentation so I feel very unhappy at the results. My pre op bra’s still fit is was a 34b/c and still am.

chloe

January 27, 2010 at 9:51 am

h!i’m 37,a mother of 5,also interested on fat transfer,coz its a big issue of insecurity when ur having a small breast,but may i ask how expensive it is

Jennifer

February 5, 2010 at 5:31 pm

Hey Chloe- The cost for this procedure can vary based on numerous factors. It’s best to consult a few plastic surgeons to learn more. You may want to check out PlasticSurgery.com for information.