Is Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation Painful?

You won’t feel any pain or discomfort during the procedure, but you should expect some discomfort and mild-to-moderate pain during your initial recovery, especially in the areas where Liposuction was performed. Dr. Bhat does prescribe prescription medications to alleviate any pain, and you will be provided with additional instructions on how to make your experience more comfortable.

How many appointments will I need?

After your surgery, Dr. Bhat will have you return in about a week post-surgery for a follow-up appointment, where she will monitor your recovery and remove any sutures or bandages. You will be expected to return about two or three more times over the next six months. Dr. Bhat will always inform you of when she expects to see you again and if future follow-ups will be necessary.

How long until I see results?

While every patient’s recovery will be different, it can take up to six months to see the final results. During this time, the fat cells settle into their new places, where they remain for life. Because some cells die after the injection, Dr. Bhat injects more fat cells than needed during the transfer. The results from a fat transfer breast augmentation are lifelong.

Can I combine Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation with other procedures?

Absolutely! Many of our Tampa Bay patients will combine their Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation with other body contouring procedures, such as a Tummy Tuck , Arm Lift , or Body Lift . The treatment uses Liposuction so you should be able to achieve a better silhouette through the surgery alone, but if you have specific aesthetic goals in mind, please bring them up during your initial consultation with Dr. Bhat. She will be able to use her experience and knowledge to help make recommendations that are best for you.

What are the risks associated with Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation?

Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation is fairly safe because it utilizes your own fat, however, there are potential risks involved, such as: Bleeding Bruising Cysts or calcifications (noncancerous) Infection Fat Necrosis (death of fat cells) If you begin to notice any long-lasting or concerning reactions, please contact our office immediately so that we can assist you.

Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation Tampa

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Introduction

Introduction to Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation

While one of the most popular cosmetic plastic surgery procedures in the world, Breast Augmentation with implants may not be for everyone. Although most results will LOOK natural, not all breast implants FEEL natural. This is completely ok if you are comfortable with the results, but for women who are just looking for slightly larger breasts, without implants, the best option available is Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation.

Dr. Deepa Bhat provides this breast contouring surgery for her Tampa, FL patients as a way to not only naturally improve their breast size and shape, but also slim down other areas of their bodies through liposuction for a more shapely aesthetic. To learn more about this procedure and decide if you’re a good candidate, please read the information below.

What is Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation?

Breast Augmentation is a cosmetic plastic surgery procedure that enhances the size of your bust, commonly performed using silicone gel or saline implants. Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation utilizes liposuction to remove fat from other parts of your body (like your abdomen, love handles, and thighs) and this fat is injected into your breasts for a subtle increase in volume and natural feel.

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What are the Benefits of Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation?

At Ravive Plastic Surgery, we have seen our Fat transfer Breast Augmentation patients enjoy benefits from their procedure. In addition to being a natural way to enhance breast shape and size, additional benefits include:

Breasts have a natural look and feel
Enhanced cleavage in the areas that you want the most (we can place fat in customized locations)
Fat is removed from your belly, hips, back, legs, or arms, giving your body a leaner appearance
Clothing fits better
No risk of an implant hardening or rupturing
Will not require revision surgery every 10 – 15 years, unlike implants
Fat integrates into your native tissue, whereas implants will always be a foreign body

Who are the Best Candidates for Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation?

This is a breast augmentation option for women who are looking for a relatively small increase in breast size and would prefer more natural-looking and feeling results. We believe the best candidates for Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation have the following characteristics:

Close to their ideal body weight
Have enough body fat for the procedure
In overall good health
Maintain realistic expectations
Nonsmoker

It’s important to make sure that you have enough “donor” fat so that you can transfer enough fat to see a noticeable result. While most patients have adequate fat for the procedure, patients with extremely low body fat may need breast implants instead.

What’s the First Step?

The first step in getting a breast augmentation with fat transfer is to contact Ravive Plastic Surgery and request a consultation with Dr. Deepa Bhat. When you come in for your appointment, you will be able to address any concerns you have about the procedure, express your aesthetic goals, and learn all of your options to increase the size of your breasts.

Dr. Bhat will examine your breasts and the areas of your body from which she may harvest fat. After discussing the choices that your body provides, she will craft your surgical plan. You will also be provided with the necessary information needed for your surgery and some instructions you should follow to achieve the best possible results for your surgery.

What to Expect on the Day of Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation

On the day of your Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation, you will receive general anesthesia to help you sleep through the surgery, providing you with a more comfortable experience. Dr. Bhat will begin by performing liposuction to harvest fat deposits from the pre-determined areas of the body. The fat that is harvested is then prepared for injection into the breasts.

Once the “clean” fat is ready, Dr. Bhat uses special syringes to inject the purified fat cells into different tissue layers inside of your breasts to increase breast volume. She will suture any incisions made and cover them with bandages for added protection.

Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation Recovery

Since this is an outpatient procedure, you will be able to go home the same day. You will be held in our recovery room as you awaken from sedation, and once you have appropriately recovered from the effects of anesthesia, your friend or family member can take you home.

You will be expected to wear a surgical bra to give your breasts some additional support. Most patients will need to wear them for at least two weeks, but you should continue to wear them until Dr. Bhat says it’s no longer necessary. You should plan to take a week off from work and other physical activities.

Pain, bruising, swelling, and discomfort in your breasts and liposuctioned areas should be expected for up to three weeks, with swelling possibly persisting for up to six months. In addition to taking the antibiotics and pain medications that Dr. Bhat will temporarily prescribe to you, you should also sleep on your back and wear loose-fitting clothing to keep pressure off of your breasts for an easier recovery.

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How Much Does Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation Cost in Tampa, FL?

The cost of Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation in Tampa is determined by multiple factors, including anesthesia fees, surgeon fees, the area from which your fat is harvested, and a few other factors. The best way to find out how much your treatment will cost is to come in for your consultation and have Dr. Bhat create your surgical plan. Once this information is provided, our Patient Coordinator can show you a complete cost breakdown for your procedure.

Why Choose Dr. Bhat?

Ravive Plastic Surgery aims to provide our patients in Tampa, FL the best care for a natural breast augmentation, as Dr. Deepa Bhat is a fellowship-trained plastic surgeon who specializes in aesthetic plastic surgery. During her fellowship year, she performed a significant number of these procedures with her mentors and learned special techniques to get the maximum amount of fat graft survival or “take.” You can achieve beautiful, natural breasts and a slimmer body in the same surgery with breast augmentation with fat transfer- contact us today!

Schedule Your Consultation

If you are interested in Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation in Tampa, we encourage you to contact Ravive Plastic Surgery and schedule your consultation with Dr. Bhat. You can call our office or use our website to request an appointment by filling out an online application. You can achieve beautiful, natural breasts and a slimmer body in the same surgery with breast augmentation with fat transfer! Contact us today!

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Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation FAQs

Your procedure questions answered.

You won’t feel any pain or discomfort during the procedure, but you should expect some discomfort and mild-to-moderate pain during your initial recovery, especially in the areas where Liposuction was performed. Dr. Bhat does prescribe prescription medications to alleviate any pain, and you will be provided with additional instructions on how to make your experience more comfortable.
After your surgery, Dr. Bhat will have you return in about a week post-surgery for a follow-up appointment, where she will monitor your recovery and remove any sutures or bandages. You will be expected to return about two or three more times over the next six months. Dr. Bhat will always inform you of when she expects to see you again and if future follow-ups will be necessary.
While every patient’s recovery will be different, it can take up to six months to see the final results. During this time, the fat cells settle into their new places, where they remain for life. Because some cells die after the injection, Dr. Bhat injects more fat cells than needed during the transfer. The results from a fat transfer breast augmentation are lifelong.
Absolutely! Many of our Tampa Bay patients will combine their Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation with other body contouring procedures, such as a Tummy Tuck, Arm Lift, or Body Lift. The treatment uses Liposuction so you should be able to achieve a better silhouette through the surgery alone, but if you have specific aesthetic goals in mind, please bring them up during your initial consultation with Dr. Bhat. She will be able to use her experience and knowledge to help make recommendations that are best for you.
Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation is fairly safe because it utilizes your own fat, however, there are potential risks involved, such as:
- Bleeding
- Bruising
- Cysts or calcifications (noncancerous)
- Infection
- Fat Necrosis (death of fat cells)
If you begin to notice any long-lasting or concerning reactions, please contact our office immediately so that we can assist you.

I had my very first Botox and lip filler done by Dr. Deepa Bhat. She is very caring and is the sweetest. She made the process seamless and painless! I had no anxiety over what I’m going to look like after because I knew I was in great hands of an aesthetic plastic surgeon. I LOVE the natural results! I look more youthful and refreshed. I highly recommend her!

- Angela

Dr. Bhat is an amazing surgeon (and person)! I had an extended tummy tuck and lipo 360 and I have never been happier with the way I look. I healed without issue, my scar looks fantastic and most importantly, Dr. Bhat was there for me every step of the way. I would recommend Dr. Bhat to anybody looking to gain self confidence through surgery.

- Rachel

I had the pleasure of seeing Dr. Bhat for lip filler and botox and it was a wonderful experience. She walked in the room with a warm smile and instantly put me at ease. She was very attentive and I felt that she really listened to my goals and desired outcome. She was gentle and meticulous and my lips turned out absolutely beautiful! My botox was placed perfectly as well. She made the experience easy and enjoyable. I would absolutely recommend her to anyone and will be going to see her for my future cosmetic needs!

- Amanda

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