Is autologous fat breast augmentation really effective?
Disease description:
I have recently become dissatisfied with the shape of my breasts and am considering undergoing autologous fat breast augmentation. However, I have seen some online discussions questioning the effectiveness of this procedure. I would like to ask the doctor: Is autologous fat breast augmentation truly effective? Will the results last permanently after surgery?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Chen Lu
In general, autologous fat breast augmentation can indeed be effective, although results may vary from person to person.
Autologous fat breast augmentation is a cosmetic surgical procedure that uses a patient's own fat for breast shaping. It mainly involves extracting fat from other areas of the body, purifying it, and then injecting it into the breasts to achieve breast enhancement. Compared with traditional silicone implant breast augmentation, autologous fat breast augmentation offers a more natural feel and appearance, reducing complications that may arise from foreign body implantation. However, the stability of its results is influenced by multiple factors, including fat cell survival rate and postoperative care.
Fat cell survival rate is one of the key factors determining the effectiveness of breast augmentation. Because transplanted fat cells may be partially absorbed after transplantation, multiple procedures are often required to achieve the desired results. Additionally, the patient's individual characteristics, such as body weight, age, and baseline breast shape, can also affect surgical outcomes.
For patients considering autologous fat breast augmentation, it is recommended to fully understand the risks and expected outcomes before choosing the procedure and to have detailed discussions with a qualified physician. Furthermore, postoperative care and follow-up visits should be conducted in accordance with medical advice to maximize surgical results.
