Is a Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation Painful?

The fat transfer breast augmentation procedure is minimally invasive. However, Dr. Ogilvie will make every effort to ensure you feel safe and comfortable. Many patients choose to undergo general or local anesthesia during the procedure. After the procedure, you may experience swelling, bleeding, and/or bruising.

How Many Appointments Will I Need?

The final result of a fat transfer breast augmentation procedure is permanent, so Dr. Ogilvie will carefully provide multiple transfers a little bit at a time to ensure your satisfaction with the end results. Depending on the patient’s individual medical history and desired goals, this may require multiple appointments. Dr. Ogilvie will be happy to help you determine the number of appointments necessary to achieve your desired look in your initial consultation.

How Long Until I See Results?

You will be able to see results immediately. Many patients are usually able to go home the same day. Dr. Ogilvie recommends rest and limited physical activity for up to two weeks post-procedure. During this time, you may experience swelling and bruising. This is normal as your body heals from the procedure, but patients are advised to wait at least two to three weeks to fully appreciate their new look as their swelling reduces over time.

Can I Combine a Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation With Other Procedures?

Yes – some patients prefer to combine a fat transfer breast augmentation with other surgical procedures, such as breast lifts , to minimize the time spent recovering from both methods. However, the benefits of doing so will depend on the patient’s individual medical history. Dr. Ogilvie will be able to assess your capacity for multiple procedures during your initial consultation.

What Are the Risks Associated With Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation?

Any surgical procedure comes with risks. Although fat transfer breast augmentations are minimally invasive compared to most breast augmentation procedures, the following complications may occur: Fluid buildup Scarring Bleeding Fat embolism Infection

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Introduction to Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation

Most breast augmentations will involve saline or silicone implants, however, these implants can increase the risk of capsular contracture, where the body reacts poorly and rejects the implants. Ogilvie Plastic Surgery offers our Chicago patients fat transfer as a natural alternative to implant augmentation. Breast fat transfer procedures can achieve similar results, but donor fat can be used elsewhere in the body to improve your breast size and give you a slimmer and more toned figure. Dr. Michael Ogilvie is one of Chicago’s top-rated fat-transfer plastic surgeons and can help you achieve a body profile that you can be proud of.

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What is Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation?

Sometimes referred to as a “fat graft breast augmentation,” the fat transfer breast augmentation procedure usually removes unwanted fat from a fatty area such as the abdomen. After a purification process, this fat is then injected into the breast tissues, increasing the size and volume of the breast depending on how much native fat is available. The results tend to look and feel exceptionally natural.

The fat transfer results in a permanent look, so Dr. Ogilvie will proceed with incremental transfers until the breast reaches its ideal shape and volume.

What Are the Benefits of Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation?

There are several reasons why patients might prefer to choose a breast fat transfer technique over a more traditional breast augmentation technique. Generally speaking, a fat transfer will offer the following advantages:

There will be no scarring risk on the breasts because there are virtually no incisions.
The overall look and feel of the breasts are entirely natural.
The incision for the liposuction procedure is relatively small.
Patients get a sense of “two for the price of one” as the procedure addresses two areas of discomfort.

Despite all of the benefits, silicone or saline implants may still be a better choice for patients in some cases.

There are some drawbacks to the fat graft approach: the results are effectively permanent. A silicone or saline implant could be removed one day, but that is not the case for grafted fat.

Additionally, a small percentage of the fat grafted may not “take” to its new location–and the precise amount of fat involved can be challenging to predict accurately.

Who Are the Best Candidates For Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation?

Good candidates for fat graft breast augmentation procedures usually have two complementary desires: they wish to eliminate fat from one area and increase the volume of another. Generally speaking, a breast fat transfer procedure might be a good option for you if:

You want to increase the size and volume of your breasts.
You want to eliminate unwanted fat from your body. The most popular liposuction target is the abdomen, but it’s not the only option.
You have realistic expectations about what fat graft procedures can accomplish.
You want your results to look as natural as possible.
You do not want implants composed of silicone or saline and do not require a breast lift.
You are generally healthy enough for surgery.

A breast fat transfer procedure might not be a good fit for you if you have a low amount of body fat elsewhere. Most patients, however, can find the necessary fat deposits to accomplish the procedure.

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Let’s get started

What’s the First Step?

Ogilvie Plastic Surgery wants to help you reach your desired body! Please schedule an initial consultation with Dr. Ogilvie. During this consultation, Dr. Ogilvie will review your medical history and assess the achievable aesthetic benefits based on your goals. He will also review any potential complications and risks prior to scheduling your surgery. He will also help you determine whether an implant or fat-transfer breast augmentation is right for you.

Once the initial consultation is complete, you can begin discussing the next steps with Dr. Ogilvie.

What to Expect on the Day of Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation Surgery

A breast fat transfer procedure will generally follow these steps:

Anesthesia — A breast fat transfer is usually performed under general anesthesia.
Incisions — The only incisions required for this procedure are liposuction and transfer. In most cases, a liposuction incision will be only 2-4 cm in length.
Injections — Once the fat is removed from the body, it will be injected into the breast tissue. It may take several dozen injections to ensure the fat is evenly and properly distributed.

Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation Recovery

Once the procedure is complete, patients can return home to recover. Swelling and bruising may persist for several weeks, especially around the liposuction site. After swelling and bruising subsides, you should be able to enjoy your results fully.

For most patients, that means larger, more voluminous breasts that look incredibly natural.

Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation Cost

How Much Does Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation Cost in Chicago, IL?

Ogilvie Plastic Surgery considers the complexity of the individual’s case and the extent of the surgical work necessary to achieve the desired results. After your initial consultation, Dr. Ogilvie can provide a quote for your fat-transfer breast augmentation.

At Ogilvie Plastic Surgery, our patients should have affordable access to healthcare services. Everyone deserves to feel great and confident about themselves. To make things even more convenient for you, we also provide financing solutions via CareCredit®, a flexible healthcare financing option.

Why Choose Dr. Ogilvie?

Dr. Michael Ogilvie grew up in Illinois and is a proud member of the Chicago community. A core belief in compassionate care and education drives him. Whether a quick BOTOX® injection or breast augmentation and tummy tuck, he spends time with all his patients to ensure they understand every aspect of their procedure.

Dr. Ogilvie graduated from the University of Chicago’s esteemed Pritzker School of Medicine in 2006 and has been a board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeon from the American Board of Plastic Surgery since 2018.

Dr. Ogilvie also holds an MBA from the Chicago University Booth School of Business and received his BA from Harvard University, where he graduated cum laude in Biomedical Sciences.

By ensuring that you know what to expect from your procedure, Dr. Ogilvie can help you reach your personal beauty goals in a way that looks entirely natural. As a board-certified plastic surgeon and active member of the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and the Illinois Society of Plastic Surgeons, Dr. Ogilvie has earned the respect of his peers and the trust of his patients.

Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation FAQ’S

The final result of a fat transfer breast augmentation procedure is permanent, so Dr. Ogilvie will carefully provide multiple transfers a little bit at a time to ensure your satisfaction with the end results. Depending on the patient’s individual medical history and desired goals, this may require multiple appointments.

Dr. Ogilvie will be happy to help you determine the number of appointments necessary to achieve your desired look in your initial consultation.
You will be able to see results immediately. Many patients are usually able to go home the same day.

Dr. Ogilvie recommends rest and limited physical activity for up to two weeks post-procedure. During this time, you may experience swelling and bruising. This is normal as your body heals from the procedure, but patients are advised to wait at least two to three weeks to fully appreciate their new look as their swelling reduces over time.
Yes – some patients prefer to combine a fat transfer breast augmentation with other surgical procedures, such as breast lifts, to minimize the time spent recovering from both methods. However, the benefits of doing so will depend on the patient’s individual medical history.

Dr. Ogilvie will be able to assess your capacity for multiple procedures during your initial consultation.
Any surgical procedure comes with risks. Although fat transfer breast augmentations are minimally invasive compared to most breast augmentation procedures, the following complications may occur:
- Fluid buildup
- Scarring
- Bleeding
- Fat embolism
- Infection

Schedule Your Consultation

Ogilvie Plastic Surgery is pleased to service patients in Chicago, IL, and the surrounding area. Dr. Ogilvie is an experienced board-certified plastic surgeon who will be happy to meet with you and outline your options.

You may book your appointment directly through our website, or please give us a call at 312-625-0097.

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