Is a Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation painful?

A fat transfer procedure is minimally invasive and does not involve a lot of pain. However, some patients may find the fat transfer breast augmentation procedure more intensive. Premier Plastic Surgery will make every effort to make sure you are comfortable during the surgery using local or general anesthesia if needed. Patients may expect bruising, swelling, and bleeding after the procedure.

How Many Appointments Will I Need?

Fat transfer breast augmentations require incremental fat transfers to achieve the final breast shape and volume, as the final result is permanent. This may require multiple appointments to achieve the desired look. You will need a consultation, surgery, and follow-up to ensure your recovery is going smoothly. Dr. Hankins wants to ensure that he gets it right and that you will be satisfied with your results. During your consultation, you can determine how many sessions will be needed.

How long until I see results?

Special care is required for two weeks post-treatment. The fat transfer breast augmentation procedure is typically an outpatient procedure so that you can go home on the day of treatment. You will likely see some swelling and bruising, but those side effects will subside independently. That said, you will need someone to drive you home. You’ll want to rest for the first few days, and then you should be able to return to work once Dr. Hankins has cleared you , as long as your work isn’t too strenuous or involves heavy lifting. You will see results immediately, with permanent results appearing in 6 months or less. However, most results won’t appear until the swelling decreases and the transferred fat tissue develops its blood supply. It usually takes a few months before you see the final results.

Can I combine a Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation with other procedures?

Yes. Some patients prefer to undergo liposuction or other procedures during their fat-transfer breast augmentation. You can discuss further assistive measures in your consultation with Dr. Hankins. Some patients prefer to undergo multiple procedures simultaneously to minimize their recovery time, but more intensive surgical procedures may be spaced out for maximum healing.

What are the risks associated with Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation?

Although Fat Transfer Breast augmentation is a minimally invasive surgical procedure, it does not come without risks. Some adverse effects may include: Fat embolisms Seroma Scarring Bleeding Risk of infection

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Introduction to Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation

Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation is a type of breast augmentation surgery where fat is transferred from one area of the body to the breasts for a more natural, permanent appearance and shape. The process involves using the patient’s fat, resulting in less risk of the body rejecting the procedure.

Premier Plastic Surgery is a state-of-the-art facility and medical spa for surgical and non-surgical treatments to restore and rejuvenate your body and skin.

Our Houston area office is located in Pearland,TX, conveniently located to see fat transfer breast augmentation patients in Lake Jackson, Clearlake, Friendswood, Marvel and the surrounding areas of South Houston.

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What is Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation?

A fat transfer breast augmentation involves removing excess body fat from one area of the body and injecting it into the breasts to add volume and shape. When performed by an experienced plastic surgeon, the procedure is safe and creates long-lasting, natural results.

Many patients prefer a fat transfer breast augmentation procedure over receiving breast implants due to the lower risk of the body rejecting the procedure or if they choose not to receive implants at all.

What Are the Benefits of Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation?

Most patients who undergo a fat transfer breast augmentation may expect to receive the following:

Long-lasting, natural-looking results
Chances of rejection or an allergic reaction are reduced by using your body tissue, i.e., low to no risk of capsular contracture.

Increased volume in the breasts while losing fat in an area that doesn’t need it

Who Are the Best Candidates for Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation?

The best candidates for a fat transfer breast augmentation meet the following attributes:

Have plenty or excess body fat in an unrelated area of the body
Are within their target weight range
Have a stabilized body weight (not fluctuating)
Are not currently pregnant or breast-feeding

Patients should not undergo a fat transfer procedure if they do not have excess body fat stores. These patients should consider receiving implants instead.

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Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation First Step

What’s the
first step?

Please schedule a private consultation at Premier Plastic Surgery. Dr. Hankins will be able to review your medical history and assess whether a fat transfer or implant breast augmentation surgery will be most appropriate for you.

Dr. Hankins welcomes patients from Houston, Pearland, Lake Jackson, and the surrounding areas of South Houston. Contact Premier Plastic Surgery, and our friendly staff will help you schedule a consultation with Dr. Hankins to discuss your options.

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

During the fat transfer breast augmentation procedure, our plastic surgeon, Dr. Hankins, will first use general or local anesthesia to ensure your comfort. From there, excess fat is removed from one or more areas of the body (often using liposuction), purified, and then the transferred fat cells are injected into the breasts. The number of fat injections used depends on the results you’re looking for.

Depending on the procedure, you may or may not be awake. Minor procedures can be done with local or tumescent anesthesia only, whereas more extensive procedures may require IV sedation.

Fat transfer procedures must be done incrementally to ensure the final result meets the patient’s desires, as the procedure is permanent. This may require multiple appointments to achieve the desired result.

Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation Recovery

Patients will require special care for up to two weeks or more after surgery. Please make arrangements to have a close friend or family member retrieve you from the surgery and assist you around the house. Resting in the first few days is important—and do not reach for any shelves!

Patients may expect bruising and swelling immediately after the surgery. Eventually, these symptoms should reduce or go away, allowing you to appreciate your new breasts!

Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation Cost

How Much Does a Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation Cost in Houston, TX?

The average fat transfer breast augmentation cost in Pearland and Houston is $8,000. Prices vary based on factors such as the amount of fat transferred, the complexity of the procedure, anesthesia costs, and surgeon fees.

We recommend scheduling a consultation with Houston fat transfer breast augmentation expert Dr. Christopher Hankins for a personalized cost estimate and detailed information about the procedure. During your consultation, our patient coordinator will provide a tailored quote and address any questions you may have regarding fat transfer breast augmentation.

The procedure itself tends to last approximatlel two hours.

We don’t want finances to prevent you from getting the cosmetic surgery you want and deserve. To that end, Dr. Christopher Hankins is committed to making it as affordable as possible, including offering alternative financing solutions to his patients in Houston, Pearland, Lake Jackson, and the surrounding areas of South Houston.

We understand that sometimes it can be challenging to pay for cosmetic surgery. Dr. Hankins and his entire team at Premier Plastic Surgery want to ensure that your choice of procedures is as affordable as possible. One way we do that is by offering complimentary consultations to all our patients.

Please note: We charge a no-show fee for consultations and require a credit card to schedule an appointment.

We offer several payment options, including LendingUSA® and United Medical Credit. If you have any questions about the fees or financing for your treatment or procedure, please don’t hesitate to ask.

We also accept:

Cash or Check: personal check, cashier’s check, or cash
American Express
VISA
MasterCard
Discover

Payment is due in full before the start of treatment. You can use payment options individually or in any combination you choose. Feel free to contact our office about your financing options.

Why Choose Dr. Hankins?

Christopher Hankins, MD, is a plastic surgeon specializing in facial, breast, and body aesthetic surgery. He also has advanced training in hand surgery, breast reconstruction after cancer, and other reconstructive surgical procedures. Dr. Hankins completed five plastic surgery fellowships with highly distinguished physician mentors in the United States and the United Kingdom, including a Plastic and Microsurgery fellowship at the Baylor College of Medicine and a Hand Surgery fellowship at the University of Alabama at Birmingham.

Dr. Hankins earned his medical degree from the University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston. He completed his General Surgery training prerequisite for Plastic Surgery as established by the Residency Review Committee in Plastic Surgery and Anatomic and Clinical Pathology.

Dr. Hankins served as the Medical Director of the Wound Care Center at Lake Jackson Hospital from 2011 to 2014 and continues to treat wound care patients at his Premier Surgery Center and Lake Jackson Hospital.

In addition to his practice in plastic and aesthetic surgery, Dr. Hankins is actively involved in the study and clinical application of anti-aging medicine. He is a Diplomate of the American Association of Anti-Aging Medicine.

Dr. Hankins has authored 19 manuscripts in peer-reviewed journals and serves on the editorial boards of four medical journals and as a reviewer on three others. He has been a presenter on various plastic surgical topics at the regional, national, and international levels.

Dr. Hankins has participated in plastic surgery medical missions in Peru, Bolivia, and Pakistan, where he performed a number of surgical procedures on disadvantaged children and adults. He sits on the Boards of Directors of the Agris-Zindler Children’s Foundation and the House of Charity.

Dr. Hankins treats patients in Houston, Pearland, Lake Jackson, and the neighboring communities of South Houston, but no matter where you come from, you will be in expert hands!

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Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation FAQ’S

A fat transfer procedure is minimally invasive and does not involve a lot of pain. However, some patients may find the fat transfer breast augmentation procedure more intensive. Premier Plastic Surgery will make every effort to make sure you are comfortable during the surgery using local or general anesthesia if needed.

Patients may expect bruising, swelling, and bleeding after the procedure.
Fat transfer breast augmentations require incremental fat transfers to achieve the final breast shape and volume, as the final result is permanent. This may require multiple appointments to achieve the desired look. You will need a consultation, surgery, and follow-up to ensure your recovery is going smoothly.

Dr. Hankins wants to ensure that he gets it right and that you will be satisfied with your results. During your consultation, you can determine how many sessions will be needed.
Special care is required for two weeks post-treatment. The fat transfer breast augmentation procedure is typically an outpatient procedure so that you can go home on the day of treatment. You will likely see some swelling and bruising, but those side effects will subside independently.

That said, you will need someone to drive you home. You’ll want to rest for the first few days, and then you should be able to return to work once Dr. Hankins has cleared you, as long as your work isn’t too strenuous or involves heavy lifting.

You will see results immediately, with permanent results appearing in 6 months or less. However, most results won’t appear until the swelling decreases and the transferred fat tissue develops its blood supply. It usually takes a few months before you see the final results.
Yes. Some patients prefer to undergo liposuction or other procedures during their fat-transfer breast augmentation. You can discuss further assistive measures in your consultation with Dr. Hankins.

Some patients prefer to undergo multiple procedures simultaneously to minimize their recovery time, but more intensive surgical procedures may be spaced out for maximum healing.
Although Fat Transfer Breast augmentation is a minimally invasive surgical procedure, it does not come without risks. Some adverse effects may include:
- Fat embolisms
- Seroma
- Scarring
- Bleeding
- Risk of infection

Schedule a Consultation

contact the office and set up a free personal consultation. You’ll be able to have all your questions answered and your concerns addressed before you make a decision.

Dr. Hankins will help you determine if a fat transfer is the right choice for you versus implants to help you achieve the desired look. Premier Plastic Surgery serves residents of Houston, Pearland, Lake Jackson, and the surrounding communities of South Houston.