Natural Enhancement

Breast fat transfer—also known as autologous fat grafting or lipofilling—is a natural approach to modestly enhance breast volume and improve contour by using your own body fat. At Monarch Plastic Surgery & Skin Renewal Center in Sandy Springs—serving Buckhead and Atlanta—Dr. Carmen Kavali harvests fat from areas like the abdomen or thighs, purifies it, and gently injects it into the breasts. This technique offers a dual benefit: fuller breasts and simultaneous body-sculpting at the donor site, all without implants.

Fat transfer to the breasts may be ideal if you:

• Seek Modest Volume Increase: Desire about one cup-size gain rather than dramatic augmentation.
• Prefer Natural Tissue: Wish to avoid implants and utilize your own fat for a more natural feel.
• Have Sufficient Donor Fat: Maintain a stable weight with enough adipose in the abdomen, flanks, or thighs.
• Value Dual Contouring: Want body sculpting (liposuction) and breast enhancement in one procedure.
• Maintain Good Health: Non-smoker, stable weight, no active infections, and realistic expectations.

During the consultation, Dr. Kavali confirms your donor-site reserves, breast skin quality, and overall suitability for fat graft survival.

Educational Overview

• Access our EMMI® at-home module on fat grafting principles, graft survival rates, and procedure expectations.

Initial Assessment with Physician Assistant

• Review medical history, current medications, and aesthetic goals.
• Photograph donor and recipient sites for planning.

Surgeon Evaluation with Dr. Kavali

• Examine potential harvest areas (abdomen, flanks, thighs) and assess breast skin laxity.
• Discuss your desired increase (typically 150–300 cc per breast in a single session) and set expectations regarding resorption rates (20–40 %).

Three-Dimensional Planning

• Use digital imaging to preview expected volume changes and body-sculpting outcomes.
• Map precise injection zones to optimize breast shape and symmetry.

Personalized Strategy

• Choose anesthesia type (tumescent local with sedation vs. general).
• Determine fat-processing method (centrifugation vs. filtration).
• Plan combination treatments (e.g., abdominoplasty or flank liposuction).

Our goal is to provide an informative, relaxed consultation so you feel confident in your natural-enhancement plan.

Donor-Site Selection

• Abdomen: Common for abundant fat.
• Flanks/Thighs: Ideal when abdominal volume is insufficient.
• Multiple Sites: Combines small harvests for even sculpting.

Fat Processing Technique

• Low-Speed Centrifugation: Separates pure adipocytes with minimal trauma.
• Filtration Systems: Gently wash and sieve fat for high viability.
• Gravity Decanting: Allows natural separation in low-resource settings.

Injection Planes & Patterns

• Subcutaneous & Supra-periosteal Layers: Distribute micro-aliquots of 1–2 cc per pass.
• Fan-Shaped Threads: Ensures even integration and reduces oil cyst risk.
• Volume per Breast: Tailored to skin compliance and desired outcome.

Combined Procedures

• Liposuction Only: If you only want contouring.
• Fat Transfer Only: For minimal donor-site sculpting.
• Combined Body Contour: Liposuction plus grafting for total rejuvenation.

• Anesthesia & Preparation
  • Inject tumescent solution into donor areas; administer sedation or general anesthesia.
  • Mark harvest zones and injection maps.
• Fat Harvesting
  • Micro-Cannula Liposuction: Low-pressure aspiration preserves fat-cell integrity.
  • Gentle Technique: Minimizes bruising and maintains adipocyte viability.
• Fat Processing
  • Transfer aspirate to sterile containers; spin at low RPM or filter.
  • Discard oil, blood, and debris; retain purified fat and stromal cells.
• Fat Injection
  • Using fine cannulas, Dr. Kavali deposits micro-aliquots in layered fashion.
  • Continuous withdrawal and advancement form a lattice that encourages revascularization.
• Closure & Dressing
  • Seal donor incisions with small adhesive strips—no sutures needed.
  • Apply light compressive garments to donor sites and a soft support bra to the breasts.

Duration: 2–3 hours (depending on harvest volume and combination procedures)
Setting: Outpatient—return home the same day with an escort

• Pain Management: Oral analgesics and cold packs at donor and breast sites.
• Support Garments: Wear compression garments on harvest areas for 1–2 weeks; soft bra on breasts for 4–6 weeks.
• Activity Restrictions: Avoid strenuous activity and chest pressure for 4–6 weeks.
• Positioning: Sleep at a 30° incline on your back to reduce swelling and optimize graft take.

Days 1–7

• Swelling & Bruising: Peaks around day 3, then diminishes.
• Donor-Site Care: Light compression; drains if placed (rare).
• Breast Massage: Gentle contouring massage may be recommended.

Weeks 2–4

• Resorption Phase: Initial 20–40 % of grafted fat integrates; remaining cells establish lasting volume.
• Garment Transition: Move to regular supportive bras; maintain donor compression as advised.
• Light Movement: Walking encouraged; no chest or core exercises.

Months 1–3

• Volume Stabilization: Final breast shape emerges by 12 weeks.
• Follow-Up Visits: Assess graft retention and symmetry; plan touch-ups if needed.

Strict adherence to Dr. Kavali’s post-op protocol optimizes long-term graft survival and comfort.

Advantages:

• Natural-tissue feel and contour
• Dual benefit: body sculpting plus breast enhancement
• No risk of implant rupture or capsular contracture
• Scar-free breasts; only small donor-site incisions

Limitations:

• Modest increase (usually one cup size per session)
• Variable fat resorption—touch-up sessions may be required
• Requires sufficient donor-site fat reserves

• Fat Necrosis & Oil Cysts: Minimized by micro-aliquot technique and gentle processing.
• Infection: Rare; prevented with sterile technique and peri-operative antibiotics.
• Asymmetry: Managed through careful mapping and staged touch-ups if needed.
• Donor-Site Irregularities: Reduced by conservative aspiration and compression garments.

Dr. Kavali’s meticulous approach and advanced protocols keep complication rates low and satisfaction high.

• Breast Lift (Mastopexy): Addresses sagging for a youthful uplift alongside volume gain.
• Implant Exchange: Hybrid augmentation—small implant plus fat grafts for natural cleavage and shape.
• Body Contouring: Tummy tuck, thigh lift, or Brazilian butt lift in one anesthesia session for comprehensive rejuvenation.

Bundled procedures streamline recovery and deliver harmonized results.

For breast fat transfer in Sandy Springs, Buckhead, or Atlanta, verify:

• Board Certification: American Board of Plastic Surgery
• Fat-Grafting Expertise: Documented experience in micro-fat techniques
• Facility Accreditation: AAAASF or Joint Commission–accredited center
• Before-and-After Gallery: Real patient photos demonstrating subtle, natural results
• Patient Feedback: Consistent praise for comfort, aesthetics, and follow-up care

Dr. Carmen Kavali’s skills and our state-of-the-art suite ensure safe, personalized care.

• Stable Results: Surviving grafted fat is permanent; maintain stable weight for best longevity.
• Skin Quality: Fat’s regenerative cells may improve skin texture over time.
• Activity Resumption: Most patients return to non-strenuous work in 5–7 days; full exercise by 6 weeks.
• Supportive Bras: Continue wearing a snug bra during high-impact activities.
• Follow-Up Care: Scheduled visits monitor long-term volume and allow planning for any necessary touch-ups.

Breast fat transfer is an investment in natural enhancement. We offer:

• Transparent Pricing: Detailed breakdown of surgeon, anesthesia, and facility fees
• Flexible Financing: Payment plans tailored to your budget
• No-Pressure Scheduling: Take the time you need to decide

Our Patient Coordinator will review financial options after your consultation.

Ready to achieve natural, dual-benefit enhancement with fat transfer to the breasts? Contact Monarch Plastic Surgery & Skin Renewal Center:

• Call: 404.250.3333
• Email: info(at)drkavali(dotted)com
• Visit: 6045 Barfield Rd, Suite 100, Atlanta, GA 30328
• Online: Request a Consultation

Your personalized consultation includes a thorough exam, donor-site evaluation, and detailed planning—launching your journey to natural, lasting breast enhancement.