Can thin women undergo breast augmentation with their own fat?

Jan 17, 2025 Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Chen Lu
Introduction
Autologous fat breast augmentation involves extracting excess fat from areas such as the patient's thighs and abdomen, processing it specially, and then injecting the fat cells into the breasts to achieve breast enhancement. If a woman is generally slim but still has an adequate amount of excess fat in certain areas, fat can be harvested from these areas, processed, and then injected into the breasts.

Autologous fat breast augmentation involves extracting fat from other parts of the body and injecting it into the breasts to enhance their size. The general reference price for autologous fat breast augmentation ranges from 5,000 to 20,000 yuan per session, and visible improvement is usually observed within 7-15 days. Generally speaking, thin women may still be suitable candidates for autologous fat breast augmentation if they have sufficient excess fat in areas such as the thighs or abdomen that can be transplanted. However, if a woman is excessively thin and lacks sufficient excess fat for transplantation, autologous fat breast augmentation is typically not recommended. If considering this procedure, it is advisable to visit a reputable hospital to consult with a qualified physician. Detailed explanation is as follows:

Autologous fat breast augmentation achieves breast enhancement by extracting excess fat from areas such as the patient's thighs or abdomen, processing the fat cells, and then injecting them into the breasts. If a woman is generally slim but still has a moderate amount of excess fat in certain areas, fat can be harvested from those areas, processed, and injected into the breasts. Multiple procedures may be required to achieve the desired breast augmentation results.

However, if a woman is extremely underweight and does not have enough excess fat available for transplantation, autologous fat breast augmentation is generally not recommended in order to avoid potential physical trauma or unevenness and depressions at the fat harvesting sites.

At this point, if a more lasting and noticeable breast enhancement effect is desired, other methods may need to be considered, such as breast augmentation with implants. Breast augmentation with implants involves inserting prosthetic implants to increase breast volume. The general reference price for implant-based breast augmentation ranges from 12,000 to 200,000 yuan per session, and visible improvement is usually observed within 15-40 days. However, all surgical procedures carry certain risks and potential side effects, and a decision should be made only after fully understanding and weighing the pros and cons.