Expert Breast Lift With Fat Grafting in Toronto

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Number of Procedures

1 procedure

Procedure Duration

3 hours

Recovery Time

2 – 6 weeks

Cost

$12,700 – $14,500

Why Choose Breast Lift With Fat Grafting Surgery

Getting a breast lift with fat grafting surgery is a big decision that can have a significant impact on how you feel about your body. Here’s why many people find this option attractive:

Enhance Your Natural Body Contours: This procedure will lift and reshape your breasts and reduce another area of the body where fat accumulates. It’s a great choice if you’re looking for a more comprehensive body contouring solution.
Reducing Anxiety About Implants: If you have concerns about the feel and care of traditional breast implants, fat grafting provides a natural alternative using the body’s tissue, eliminating the need for foreign materials.
Double Benefits: This surgery not only enlarges the breasts but also involves liposuction from other areas of the body. This means you benefit from contouring in two areas, reducing unwanted fat in one area and improving another.
Fewer Risks and Reactions: The procedure uses your tissue rather than foreign materials, reducing the risk of rejection or allergic reactions. This also reduces the risk of implant complications, such as capsular contracture.

Who is a Breast Lift With Fat Grafting Candidate?

If you are considering a breast lift with fat grafting, here are specific breast-related concerns that make you a likely candidate for this procedure:

Mild to Moderate Breast Sagging: This is ideal for those who experience some sagging and want to improve breast contour and firmness.
Loss of Volume or Weight After Pregnancy: Ideal for people who have lost the volume and shape of their breasts due to significant life changes, such as childbirth or significant weight loss.
Asymmetrical Breasts: This procedure can help balance uneven breasts, increasing the volume of one or both breasts if necessary.
Lack of Fullness in the Upper Chest: Fat grafting can effectively target the upper chest if you are looking to increase fullness.

Breast Lift With Fat Grafting Before & After

Explore the natural and beautiful breast lift results with fat grafting in our before-and-after gallery. Witness how our expert surgeons enhance and reshape breasts using your own body fat.

How to Prepare for a Breast Lift With Fat Grafting

Preparing for a breast lift with fat grafting involves several essential steps to guarantee a successful outcome. Here’s what you need

Medical Examination

Get a comprehensive medical examination to evaluate your health and ensure you are ready for surgery. This includes blood tests and, in some cases, mammograms.
Medication Review

Discuss with your surgeon all medications, supplements, and herbal treatments you are currently taking. Some medicines that increase the risk of bleeding, such as aspirin and anti-inflammatory drugs, may need to be stopped.
Smoking and Alcohol

If you smoke, it is essential to stop smoking at least six weeks before surgery to facilitate healing. Also, avoid drinking alcohol for at least a week before surgery.
Organize Help

Ask a friend or family member to drive you home after the procedure and help you during the first few days of your recovery, when you may need help with daily activities.
Prepare Your Home

Create a comfortable recovery area in your home to relax without worry. Ensure essentials such as medications, water, snacks, and entertainment are within easy reach.
Diet and Food

Eat a balanced diet rich in vitamins and minerals that promote healing, such as vitamin C, protein and iron. Consider increasing your intake of fruits, vegetables, and lean proteins.

The Benefits of the Breast Lift With Fat Grafting

Minimal Scarring

Because the fat is injected using tiny needles, there are no large incisions, resulting in minimal scarring compared to traditional breast surgery.

Lasting Results

It provides lasting results, and the transferred fat becomes a natural part of the breast tissue structure.

Quick Recovery

The recovery period is typically shorter and less painful than implant surgery, allowing for a quicker return to daily activities.

Stages of the Breast Lift With Fat Grafting Process

Consultation and Planning

During your initial consultation, your surgeon will assess your overall health, discuss your aesthetic goals, and evaluate potential donor sites for fat removal.

Preoperative Preparation

This stage includes performing medical tests to ensure you are ready for surgery, checking and possibly adjusting your medications, and preparing yourself mentally and physically.

Anesthesia and Fat Harvesting

On the day of surgery, anesthesia is administered for comfort. The surgeon then removes fat from predetermined areas using liposuction. This fat is carefully processed and prepared for injection.

Fat Grafting and Sculpting

The processed fat is carefully injected into the breasts, and the surgeon sculpts the breasts to achieve natural lift and volume. This method focuses on placing fat in specific areas to optimize lift and shape.

Immediate Post-Operative Care

After surgery, you will be monitored in the recovery area where the initial healing process begins. Pain relief and aftercare instructions are provided to ensure comfort after the anesthesia wears off.

Recovery and Follow-Up

Recovery includes specific care instructions for both the harvest and injection sites. Follow-up appointments are scheduled to monitor the healing and success of the fat transfer.

Aftercare Instructions for Breast Lift With Fat Grafting

Proper aftercare after a breast lift with fat grafting is necessary to secure the best results. Here are the essential post-operative care instructions you should follow:

Rest and Limit Physical Activity

Rest for the first few days after surgery. Avoid strenuous activities and heavy lifting for at least 4 to 6 weeks to prevent fat storage disorders.
Pain Management

Manage any discomfort with prescribed pain medications. Your surgeon may also recommend over-the-counter pain medications to help manage pain and reduce inflammation.
Care for Incision Sites

Keep liposuction and injection sites clean and dry. Your surgeon will provide specific instructions for caring for these areas to minimize the risk of infection and promote healing.
 Wear Compression Garments

You will likely need to wear compression garments where the fat was removed to reduce swelling and support the new contours.
Monitor for Signs of Infection

Watch for signs of infection, such as increased redness, swelling, fever, or unusual discharge at the surgical sites. Contact your surgeon immediately if you notice any of these symptoms.
Attend Follow-Up Appointments

Attend all scheduled follow-up appointments so your surgeon can monitor your recovery and the success of your fat grafting. These visits are critical to monitoring your progress and addressing potential complications early.

Frequently Asked Questions

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How long does the breast lift with fat grafting take?

The surgery for a breast lift with fat grafting typically lasts between 2 to 4 hours, depending on the complexity of the procedure and the amount of fat being transferred.

What is the recovery time for the breast lift with fat grafting?

Recovery time varies, but most patients can resume light daily activities within a week. Full recovery, including the ability to engage in strenuous activities and exercise, usually takes about 4 to 6 weeks.

Will there be visible scarring?

Scarring from a breast lift with fat grafting is generally minimal since the procedure involves small incisions for fat transfer, and any additional incisions for lifting are strategically placed to be as inconspicuous as possible. These scars typically fade over time and become less noticeable.

Are the results of breast lift with fat grafting permanent?

The results may be long-lasting, but not all transferred fat is permanently integrated. Approximately 60-80% of the transferred fat is stored permanently in the new area. To maintain results, it is important to maintain a stable weight.

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