Natural Breast Augmentation

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Fat is a major component of the female breast which gives it shape and volume.  Natural Breast Augmentation is a procedure which utilizes a patient’s own fat to create a volume increase. This procedure is a natural alternative to a traditional augmentation which uses either a saline or silicone implant. This procedure is ideal for patients who are seeking up to a one bra cup size increase or looking to restore lost volume as a result of breast feeding, weight loss or normal aging.  It may also be used to even out the breasts or improve the shape of a breast or help to fill in a defect after a surgical procedure.

This procedure first gained attention in the mid eighties but had limited success due to poor harvesting techniques and limited technology.  Recent advances in fat harvesting technology coupled with greater knowledge have created new opportunities to once again use fat as the preferred method to permanently enlarge the breast.

The Body-Jet™ system is used to gently harvest fat from unwanted areas which are resistant to diet and exercise.  The fat is harvested with small tubes or cannulas and meticulously inserted into the breast creating a fuller natural looking result. Unlike implants, fat transfer requires no breast incisions, never ruptures or needs to be replaced and does not interfere with mammograms. Fat can also be transferred into the face, hands, and buttocks. This entire procedure is performed safely and comfortable under local anesthesia at Avé Medical Laser Clinic.

The Natural Breast Augmentation procedure has proven effective in multiple scientific studies. This procedure requires advanced training and a high level of expertise. There are few doctors currently in the United States trained to offer the Natural Breast Augmentation. Dr. Paula Hicks has trained with one of the leading experts in the technique and has successfully treated many patients with fat augmentation of the breasts, buttocks, hands, and face.

Tip: Breast Augmentation with either implants or fat transfer does not increase your risk of developing breast cancer. However, any surgery on the breast can cause scar tissue which can make a mammogram more difficult to clearly interpret. You should always have a baseline mammogram done prior to any breast surgery as well as continuing to have annual mammograms after surgery regardless of your age.