Breast Fat Grafting: Differences from Implants, Survival Rate, and the Importance of Aftercare

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When considering breast augmentation, many people compare methods using implants and breast fat grafting.

In the past, implant surgery was the common choice, but recently, as more people place importance on naturalness and touch, those considering breast fat grafting using their own fat have been steadily increasing.

However, rather than deciding simply because it is “natural,” it is important to first understand the survival rate of breast fat grafting, the possibility of side effects from breast fat grafting, and individual conditions.

Even with the same breast fat grafting procedure, the results can vary greatly depending on how the fat is harvested, how it is purified, and which layer it is injected into and how.

Today, for those thinking about breast fat grafting, we will organize the key points that must be checked before surgery.

✅ Why breast fat grafting is getting attention

Breast fat grafting is a procedure that supplements volume using your own fat without using artificial implants.

Because it can reduce the burden of a foreign-body sensation while offering a natural feel and movement, it has become increasingly popular recently.

✔ Breast augmentation using autologous fat

Breast fat grafting uses your own fat instead of artificial implants, so the burden of foreign-body reactions is relatively low and the texture is formed more naturally.

✔ A design that suits the body line

If fat is delicately grafted in layers, you can create a harmonious breast line without an overdone look.

✔ Body line improvement effect

During the fat harvesting process, areas with excess fat such as the abdomen and thighs can also be refined, so body contouring effects can be expected at the same time.

✔ Reduced concerns related to breast implants

You can reduce psychological concerns about side effects that may occur with artificial implants, such as implant rupture or capsular contracture, as well as concerns about an unnatural appearance.

✅ Breast fat grafting, these are cases where it may be considered

• When the burden of inserting artificial implants feels too great
• When natural texture and shape are important
• When you want a natural volume increase of about one cup size
• When you want to restore sagging breasts after childbirth
• When you want to restore breast volume after breastfeeding
• When you want breast enlargement and fat reduction at the same time
• When you want to address rippling or asymmetry caused by implant side effects
• When you are concerned about insufficient upper breast volume
• When you want natural breast volume for a slim body type
• When you want to correct breast asymmetry or uneven breasts
• When breast volume has decreased due to rapid weight loss

That said, breast fat grafting is a relatively natural method, but because side effects are possible depending on the amount and method of grafting, a careful approach is necessary.

✅ Checkpoints for more satisfying breast fat grafting

1️⃣ Putting in a large amount at once is not the answer

Excessive fat injection can cause insufficient blood supply, preventing the fat from properly surviving, and may lead to fat necrosis or calcification.

2️⃣ Planning with survival in mind is key

Breast fat grafting is not simply a surgery that “adds a lot.” It is important to create an environment in which the grafted fat can survive stably.

The proper amount of dispersed grafting tailored to skin elasticity, tissue condition, and body shape determines the result.

3️⃣ The surgeon’s grafting technique is important

If fat is injected concentrated in one area, survival may decrease, so it should be delicately grafted in layers such as beneath the muscle, above the muscle, and in the subcutaneous fat layer.

4️⃣ Personalized surgery is necessary

Rather than forcing excessive volume enlargement, a plan that prioritizes safety and survival rate creates more satisfying results in the long term.

✅ Globy’s unique triple-survival breast fat grafting method

The completeness of breast fat grafting is greatly influenced by the medical team’s skill and the surgical environment.

Globy Plastic Surgery Clinic has a board-certified plastic surgeon personally handle everything from consultation to surgery, and limits breast fat grafting surgeries to 2 cases per day to perform highly focused procedures.

In particular, Globy’s triple-survival method injects pure separated fat evenly into the layer below the muscle, above the muscle, and the subcutaneous fat layer.

Rather than placing fat all in one spot, it carefully disperses it according to the characteristics of each layer, considering both natural volume and stable survival.

✅ Essential elements for increasing survival rate

1️⃣ Fat harvesting that minimizes damage

It is important to gently suction the fat to reduce damage to fat cells, then filter out unnecessary components through the purification process, and select only pure fat with a high chance of survival for grafting.

2️⃣ A procedure based on anatomical understanding

Breast fat grafting is not simply a process of filling with fat, but a delicate surgery that requires precise understanding of the anatomical structure of the breast and sufficient clinical experience.

Globy is directly performed by a board-certified plastic surgeon with a high level of anatomical understanding, who evenly disperses fat in accordance with the characteristics of each layer, including the area below the muscle, above the muscle, and the subcutaneous fat layer.

Through this skilled triple-survival technique, it helps the fat settle more stably, seeks to increase survival rate, and aims for a natural volume finish.

3️⃣ Stem-cell breast fat grafting using stem cells

After fat is harvested, a component called SVF can be separated from it. SVF contains adipose-derived stem cells and various growth factors, and using this component together may help the grafted fat adapt better to the surrounding tissue and settle more stably.

In simple terms, this means not only grafting fat, but also supplementing elements that help the fat survive. Through this, the absorption rate of the fat may be reduced and more stable survival can be expected.

✅ Globy stem-cell corrective fat grafting for breasts as a supplement to noticeable implant surgery

After implant surgery, depending on thin skin or body type conditions, the outline may become visible, or rippling and left-right asymmetry may occur.

In such cases, through Globy stem-cell corrective breast fat grafting, without removing the implant, fat can be supplemented in the deficient areas through breast fat grafting, which naturally covers the implant and improves both texture and appearance.

✅ Why Globy is different for breast fat grafting

1️⃣ Limit of 2 surgeries per day, directly performed by a board-certified plastic surgeon

Globy limits breast fat grafting surgeries to just 2 cases per day. A board-certified plastic surgeon personally handles the entire process, from consultation to fat harvesting, purification, and grafting, maintaining an environment where each patient’s surgery can receive greater focus. This helps improve the completeness of the surgery and aims for more satisfying results.

2️⃣ Continuous research for surgical excellence

For better outcomes, we continuously research surgical methods and details. Considering the anatomical characteristics of each layer—above the muscle, below the muscle, and the subcutaneous fat layer—we apply a triple-survival surgical method that precisely disperses the fat in micro units. Rather than concentrating fat in one place, distributing it evenly by layer can lead to more stable survival.

3️⃣ Designation as an advanced regenerative medicine institution and operation of an in-house stem cell research center

Globy Plastic Surgery Clinic has been officially designated by the Ministry of Health and Welfare as an advanced regenerative medicine institution. It provides stem cell treatments that meet safety and efficacy standards in a systematic and specialized environment. It also operates its own stem cell research center, where the amount, purity, and separation process of stem cells are managed systematically through a strict management system. Through this, it strives to secure the qualitative stability of the stem cells used in procedures.

✅ A systematic post-surgery care program to help recovery after breast fat grafting

The completeness of breast fat grafting results should be evaluated together with post-surgery care that helps the recovery period after breast fat grafting.

Globy Plastic Surgery Clinic has a premium aftercare system that systematically cares for the overall recovery stage, including pain, bruising, and swelling that may occur after breast fat grafting.

1. Capsulitis intensive care

A radiofrequency-based care program that helps the tissues recover stably after surgery, it helps relieve swelling and improve circulation, supporting the recovery process more comfortably.

2. Smartlux laser care

A recovery-focused care program that uses low-level laser to improve the skin condition of the surgical area and help reduce bruising and swelling.

3. Stem-cell scar injection

A customized injection care program considering tissue stability and recovery at the incision site, it may promote skin regeneration and help improve scars.

4. Lalafil skin care

A premium regenerative care program that soothes sensitive skin and improves its condition, it helps restore the overall skin balance after surgery.

When considering breast fat grafting, rather than choosing based only on breast fat grafting events or breast fat grafting prices, it is important to carefully examine the completeness of the surgery, the medical team’s experience, survival rate, safety, and a systematic aftercare system.

Through 충분한 상담, please carefully decide on the method that matches your body type and goals.

If you have any additional questions, please feel free to contact us anytime.

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