Had partial mastectomy around 2010. Now have deflated balloon-looking left breast. Can fat be removed from my supersized belly to make a new breast? I found out after the surgery that I may have been allowed an implant by my insurance at time of surgery. Anyway, can this procedure be done? Thank you.
Obviously without a consultation a definitive answer can not be given, but in general terms, fat grafting is one of several options for partial breast reconstruction. You should schedule a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon to discuss your options.
Fat grafting may be possible but it is generally more successful when used for minor adjustments than to rebuild the breast mound. A small implant may be the best option. Under federal law, breast reconstruction after mastectomy must be covered by your insurance company.
Yes fat grafting of the breast after mastectomy is the best option after mastectomy, but you have to make sure that there is no residual tumor cells to cause recurrence of the tumor.
Hi Sally,
Yes, we can do liposuction of your belly and process it and transfer to your deflated breast. It is a daycare surgery and can be done in local anesthesia. Please consult a board certified plastic surgeon near you and discuss in detail. Best of luck.
It is now possible for women to enlarge their breasts without resorting to implants! Specially prepared fat taken from another part of the body, such as the stomach or hips, is placed under the breast tissue to provide increased breast size without the need for artificial implants. The technique is called autologous fat transfers and autologous simply means "your own." And who doesn't have a little fat to spare? It's safe because it came from you, so you can't have a reaction to it. The procedure is quick and not particularly painful and can be performed without the need for general anesthesia! If you already have breast implants but want a little bit more augmentation fat transfer can also be used. I suggest making an appointment with a board-certified plastic surgeon to discuss your options.