Breast augmentation with your own fat

Typically, 50–70% of the transplanted fat survives in the long term. The part that does not integrate is naturally and harmlessly reabsorbed by the body. The surgeon takes this into account by injecting a suitable amount, but in some cases a follow-up treatment will give the best final result.

The fat that survives, on the other hand, is permanent, and the integrated fat cells behave like the body's other fat cells and can therefore be affected by weight fluctuations.

For patients who want a more marked increase than fat grafting alone can provide, a hybrid breast augmentation is an excellent solution. Here, an implant that provides the desired volume is combined with fat grafting, which shapes, softens and creates a more natural look by concealing the edge of the implant, softening the cleavage or adding fullness to the upper part of the breast. The result is markedly more natural than an implant alone.

Breast augmentation with your own fat is generally considered a safe procedure with few serious complications. The most relevant are:

– Fat necrosis: If fat cells do not integrate properly, they can die and form hard lumps (fat necrosis). This is harmless, but can feel uncomfortable and may require follow-up.

– Uneven distribution: Part of the art of lipofilling is precise distribution. In rare cases, the result can become asymmetrical and require correction.

– Limited increase: The method cannot provide the same large increase as implants. It is important to have realistic expectations of the extent of the result.

All risks are discussed thoroughly at your consultation. The most important starting point is an open and honest dialogue about what the method can – and, in particular, cannot – give you.

Every treatment journey at Caolín begins with a thorough, no-obligation consultation, where we listen, assess and advise. We find the solution that gives the most harmonious and natural result for your body – whether that is fat grafting alone, in combination with a breast lift or as part of a hybrid treatment.

You are welcome to bring someone with you, and there is always a cooling-off period of at least seven days between consultation and surgery.

Most patients achieve an increase of one cup size per treatment. A larger increase is possible, but often requires two treatments a few months apart, or a combination with an implant (hybrid breast augmentation).

Yes, the part of the fat that integrates into the breast – typically 50–70% – is permanent. It behaves like the body's other fat cells and will be affected by significant weight fluctuations. The part that does not integrate is harmlessly reabsorbed by the body.

Breast augmentation with your own fat does not affect the glandular tissue or disrupt the milk ducts. Most women can breastfeed normally after the procedure.

In rare cases, fat necrosis can cause calcifications that are visible on a mammogram. This is harmless, but may lead to a follow-up examination. It is therefore important always to tell the radiography staff about any previous breast surgery.

This is assessed individually at your consultation. Very slim patients may have limited options, as there needs to be enough fat available in the donor areas. In such cases, we can discuss alternatives.

Yes, the breast lift repositions and shapes the breast, while the fat restores natural fullness in the upper part of the breast. The result is more harmonious and natural than either procedure on its own.

The donor area is treated like a standard liposuction and will be tender and swollen for the first few weeks. Most patients see it as a positive side effect that an unwanted fat deposit is reduced at the same time. Compression garments are worn on the donor area for 6 weeks.