Is breast augmentation through injections safe?

Feb 05, 2025 Source: Cainiu Health

Dr. Chen Lu

Introduction

Breast augmentation through injection typically includes hyaluronic acid injection and autologous fat grafting, with relatively high safety; however, some complications may still occur. Hyaluronic acid injection involves injecting large-molecule hyaluronic acid into the chest area, achieving a breast enhancement effect and making the breasts appear fuller and more aesthetically pleasing. Since hyaluronic acid is a naturally occurring substance in the human body, it generally does not cause severe rejection reactions after injection.

Generally, injection-based breast augmentation includes hyaluronic acid injections and autologous fat grafting. These methods are considered relatively safe, but certain complications may still occur.

Hyaluronic acid injection involves injecting large-molecule hyaluronic acid into the chest area, achieving a breast-enhancing effect and making the breasts appear more lifted and aesthetically pleasing. Since hyaluronic acid is a naturally occurring substance in the human body, serious allergic or rejection reactions are uncommon after injection, making it relatively safe. The typical reference price for hyaluronic acid injection ranges from 3,000 to 30,000 yuan per session, and noticeable improvement is usually observed within 7 to 15 days. It is recommended to visit a qualified hospital and undergo the procedure under the guidance of a professional physician.

Autologous fat breast augmentation involves extracting the patient's own fat, processing it, and then injecting it into the chest area to achieve breast enhancement. As the patient's own fat is used, no rejection reaction occurs, and the fat survival rate is relatively high, providing a longer-lasting effect. The typical 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 to 15 days.

However, injection-based breast augmentation may still carry certain complications, such as infection, bleeding, nodule formation, and embolism. The occurrence of these complications may be related to factors including the choice of injectable material, the skill level of the physician, the patient's physical condition, and post-operative care.

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