What to do when our image interferes with our everyday life? If you have been feeling dissatisfied with the way your bosom looks, you are not alone. The Breast Size Satisfaction Survey (BSSS) revealed that the majority of women (70.7 %) were dissatisfied with their breast size. Fortunately, medicine has developed new ways to make you feel comfortable in your own skin. Enter: breast fat transfers. Here are 5 things Dr. Umerah recommends you know before your breast fat transfer consultation in Georgia.
What Is a Fat Transfer?
A fat transfer consists of injecting the patient’s own excess fat into areas where they wish to add more volume.
Where from?
- Thighs
- Stomach
- Hips
The fat cells are aspirated, purified, and carefully inserted into the “recipient site.” The process can be repeated several times until it reaches the desired effect.
The end result is a natural-looking contour and balanced silhouette.

What Is a Breast Fat Transfer?
In the case of breast fat transfers, the purified fat cells taken from the donor area are injected into your breasts, increasing the cup size. In contrast to getting breast implants, a fat transfer breast augmentation poses fewer risks. Also, you may get a breast lift with a fat transfer to firm up sagging breasts.
What Should I Consider Before a Breast Fat Transfer?
If you are thinking about getting a breast fat transfer, Dr. Umerah is sharing essential information you should know ahead of your consultation.
#1 Fat Transfers are Minimally Invasive Surgical Procedures
This body sculpting technique requires liposuction to remove the extra fat on the donor area. In laywoman’s terms, this means that if you are looking to reduce your waist size and use the extra fat located in that area, your doctor will perform liposuction to draw it.
On the other hand, the scalpel is not involved in the breast augmentation portion of the procedure. Instead, the fat is injected into the breast, producing natural-looking results and minimal post-surgical marks.
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#2 They Do Not Involve Implants
The breast augmentation procedure is done using the patient’s own fat, as opposed to using implants. As a result, it:
- Uses the patient’s own fat, making it well tolerated in the body.
- Can correct breast asymmetry.
- Can restore lift to breasts with mild ptosis (sagging).

#3 Natural-Looking Contours
Breast fat transfers provide a subtle increase, suitable for patients looking for a more modest enhancement or addressing specific concerns.
#4 Results Are Lifelong
As with any surgical procedure, it takes time to see the final result, after the swelling subsides and everything settles. In the case of a breast fat transfer, it can take up to six months, although patients start seeing results after only a few weeks. During this time, the fat cells settle into their new places, where they remain for life. Because some cells die after the injection, more fat cells are injected than needed during the transfer.
#5 The Ideal Candidate
Although it might seem redundant to express, for a fat transfer to occur, there needs to be extra fat in the patient’s body. This means that lean, slim individuals may not be good candidates as they do not have enough adipose tissue to use. Consult with your doctor to see if you fit the profile of the ideal candidate.
As with any procedure, it is important that you choose your provider wisely. Technique and expertise are extremely important when it comes to fat transfer, as your surgeon will assess your starting tissue, your body shape, your goals, and your lifestyle afterwards.
Learn More about a Breast Fat Transfer in Macon, GA
Dr. Nnaemeka Umerah and his team at WHI can help you harmonize your silhouette by transferring your excess fat to areas that need volume, giving you the natural and balanced shape you’ve always craved. If you are interested in learning more about Women’s Health Institute’s fat transfer services, book a confidential one-on-one appointment with Dr. Umerah.
Schedule your consultation by calling either of our central Georgia offices or using the online booking tool at your earliest convenience.