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Fat Grafting to Breast in Beverly Hills | Dr. Gabrielle B. Davis

Breast augmentation includes all procedures designed to increase the size of breasts by adding volume. Fat transfer for breast augmentation provides a less invasive manner to increase breast size while adding the benefit of liposuction to the abdomen or thighs.

When it’s time to rejuvenate the appearance of your breasts, fat transfer provides subtle, natural-looking results. With her considerable knowledge and expertise, Dr. Gabrielle B. Davis is a Beverly Hills plastic surgeon with a passion for helping her patients redefine aging gracefully.

Refine your appearance with the best fat transfer to breast in Beverly Hills! Contact Gabrielle B. Davis, MD Plastic Surgery at (310) 614-5898 or complete our online form to schedule your consultation today!

What Is Fat Grafting to the Breast?

Breast augmentation procedures increase breast size. Fat grafting, or transfer, to the breast is a procedure in which adipose tissue (fat) is harvested via liposuction, processed to ensure the fat is healthy, then reintroduced into the breast. The procedure provides a modest amount of enhancement in patients who do not desire breast implants.

The adipose tissue is typically harvested from the abdomen, back or thighs. Adipose tissue contains stem cells that can secrete growth factors that could improve the skin and breast tissue’s overall integrity.

The effect is natural-looking results for a shapelier bustline and leaner, more toned-looking abdomen and thighs. Patients may require 2-3 sessions to obtain the desired degree of enhancement.

What Are the Benefits of Fat Transfer to Breast in Los Angeles?

A fat transfer breast augmentation is a relatively low-risk alternative to breast implants due to using the patient’s own tissues. A Beverly Hills fat transfer can enhance the appearance of breasts and reduce the appearance of fat in the abdomen or thighs.

Fat transfer to the breast is a less-invasive procedure to increase breast size and reduce pockets of stubborn fat in the abdomen, back or  inner thighs. Following your surgery, you will notice:

  • Subtle enhancement, usually one cup size
  • Overall body sculpting
  • Less downtime than traditional breast augmentation
  • No complications from implants

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Board certified Dr. Gabrielle B. Davis’ mission is to create natural-looking results by combining the scientific principles of aging with expert surgical techniques. Dr. Davis’s specialties include rhinoplasty, breast augmentation, abdominoplasty (tummy tuck), and numerous other surgical and non-surgical procedures. Above all, Dr. Davis values her patients’ well-being and always strives to provide the best results safely and efficiently. Visit Dr. Davis in her Beverly Hills office for a friendly and informative consultation.

"Youthfulness is not about your age, it’s always experiencing life in a new and optimistic light"

-Gabrielle B. Davis, MD

Who Is an Ideal Candidate for Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation in Beverly Hills?

Good candidates for fat transfer in Beverly Hills include women in good mental and physical health who want to increase their breast size subtly. Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding are not candidates for this procedure.

Dr. Davis recommends that candidates for fat transfer to the breast in Beverly Hills should:

  • Live a healthy lifestyle
  • Be non-smokers
  • Have realistic expectations
  • Be mentally prepared to have surgery
  • Understand the risks of a surgical procedure
  • Be able to communicate what they want

Patients will experience unique results. Follow-up procedures may be necessary to achieve optimal results.

Your Fat Grafting Consultation with Dr. Davis in Beverly Hills

In a male-dominated field, plastic surgeon Dr. Gabrielle B. Davis stands out by bringing compassion and understanding to her patients about feminine issues and concerns regarding breast procedures, including fat grafting. For Dr. Davis, patient commitment is offering quality information and care during your consultation and every appointment thereafter. Her dedication to her patients makes her your best choice for fat transfer breast augmentation in Los Angeles.

Dr. Davis is on a mission to ensure you feel empowered to make informed decisions about fat transfer breast augmentation procedures. Prior to determining your procedural plan, Dr. Davis will examine and evaluate many aspects of your breasts, including:

  • Current breast size and shape
  • Desired breast size and shape
  • Quality of breast tissue and skin
  • Allergies or medical conditions
  • Previous surgeries or medical treatments
  • Current medications
  • Current mammogram results
  • Family history of breast cancer

Dr. Davis books new consultations for at least an hour as she wants her patients to have adequate time for questions about their procedures and options. Dr. Davis believes in creating a friendly environment where patients will be heard, valued, informed, and never pressured to make decisions.

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What Can I Expect During a Fat Grafting Procedure in Los Angeles?

Dr. Davis is dedicated to her patients’ results, and her expertise allows her to customize fat transfer procedures to address each patient’s needs. While each procedure will vary, there are some general steps you can expect. As with all procedures, it is important to thoroughly follow Dr. Davis’ instructions regarding physical activities, cleansing, and sun exposure to ensure optimal results following your Los Angeles fat transfer.

You will be greeted at the clinic by the peri-operative team and check in. Dr. Davis will evaluate you, perform her surgical markings, and will ensure you feel comfortable before entering the operating room. Once you are safely sedated with general anesthesia, Dr. Davis will begin your fat transfer breast augmentation procedure as determined during your consultation.

Dr. Davis will begin the liposuction procedure to harvest tissue for fat grafting by making small incisions at the treatment site. During liposuction, the treated areas are injected with a solution of saline, lidocaine, and epinephrine.

The separated fat is subsequently processed to ensure it is healthy and contains the correct elements to survive the transfer. The fat is then reintroduced into the breast using small, fine-gauge needles.

Following the procedure, the breasts are wrapped with a soft bandage that is maintained for 3 days. After day 3, a surgical or sports bra can be worn for 3-4 weeks.

The liposuction sites are dressed and potentially outfitted with compression garments.

Get Ready to Reclaim Your Youthful Figure!

Enhanced breasts and a leaner, more youthful-looking figure are waiting for you at Gabrielle B. Davis, MD Plastic Surgery! Contact Dr. Davis at (310) 614-5898 or fill out our online form to schedule your consultation today.

Beverly Hills and Los Angeles Fat Grafting to Breast FAQs

Due to each individual’s needs and goals, the cost of treatment varies based on the extent of your procedural plan. During your consultation, Dr. Davis will provide an estimate for a more accurate fat transfer breast augmentation in Beverly Hills, CA cost.

During fat grafting breast augmentation procedures, patients receive general anesthetics, so you should not feel pain. You may be prescribed pain medication to take following the procedure. Be sure to address your pain concerns with Dr. Davis during your consultation.

During your consultation, Dr. Davis will explain the different procedures and help you determine which procedure will be most effective for your unique situation.

In most cases, patients experience visible results immediately following treatment. Results continue to improve over the next few weeks as the body heals and adjusts to its new contours and leaner appearance.

Fat transfer procedures may cause mild bruising or swelling at the treatment site. Some patients may require follow-up treatments due to the reabsorption of a portion of the transplanted fat cells.

Fat grafting results can be long-lasting and are often considered permanent. However, it’s important to note that not all of the transferred fat survives the process. Approximately 50-70% of the transferred fat typically survives and integrates into the recipient area. The results can stabilize after about 3 to 6 months, and the surviving fat cells can last for years, behaving like fat cells in the rest of the body.

The increase in breast size with fat grafting is generally more modest compared to implants. Most patients can expect to go up by one cup size in a single procedure. The exact increase depends on the amount of fat available for harvesting and transfer, as well as how much fat successfully integrates into the breast tissue. Multiple sessions may be needed for larger volume increases.

Yes, weight loss can affect fat transfer results. Since the transferred fat behaves like any other fat in your body, significant weight fluctuations can impact the volume and shape of the grafted area. Losing weight can cause the transferred fat cells to shrink, potentially diminishing the achieved volume.

Yes, the concept of “fluffing” can apply to fat transfer to the breasts, where the breasts may appear more natural and fuller as swelling subsides and the transferred fat settles. This process can take several weeks to months, as the initial post-operative swelling decreases and the surviving fat integrates with the existing breast tissue.

Fat is typically harvested from areas of the body where there is an excess of fat, such as the abdomen, thighs, flanks (love handles), and buttocks. The choice of harvest site depends on the patient’s body and where sufficient fat is available for extraction. The harvested fat is then processed and purified before being injected into the recipient area.