What is fat grafting?
Disease description:
My chest has always been quite small, and even though I eat a lot normally, I just don't gain weight. I've heard that fat can be transplanted to help increase breast size, and I would like to know what fat transplantation is.
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Chen Lu
fat transfer, also known as autologous fat transfer or fat grafting, is a common surgical technique used in plastic surgery and aesthetic medicine.
the method generally involves extracting fat from one area of the patient's body, such as the abdomen, thighs, or buttocks, purifying it, and then injecting it into another area of the body that requires filling or shaping, such as the face, breasts, or buttocks. this process can not only improve or increase the volume of the recipient area but also enhance its texture, providing natural and long-lasting results.
since this surgical technique uses the patient's own fat tissue, it avoids any risk of rejection and has a relatively low rate of absorption. the advantages of fat transfer surgery lie in the use of living autologous material, which is non-allergenic and capable of producing natural expressions and movement. the postoperative results appear natural and can last for a long time.
this technique requires a high level of skill from the surgeon, including precise control over fat harvesting, processing, and injection. after surgery, adequate rest is necessary and vigorous physical activity should be avoided.
