What's the Difference Between Breast Fat Grafting and Implants? Key Comparisons You Should Know Before Choosing

Breast augmentation is basically divided into two methods: breast fat grafting and implant insertion.

Each method is desired Breast shape, body type, feel, and retention The choice depends on it.

Below, I will summarize the differences between the two methods.

 

 

1. Breast fat grafting

 

Breast fat grafting This is a method of extracting fat from areas such as the abdomen and thighs and transplanting it to the breasts.

 

 

characteristic

• Natural feel and movement
• Since your own fat is used, there is almost no foreign body sensation.
• Body contouring effects (reduction of fat in unnecessary areas) may occur simultaneously.

 

merit

• Soft and natural to the touch
• There are fewer foreign body sensations or tactile issues because there are no implants involved.
• Recovery is relatively easy

 

disadvantage

• Volume may vary depending on the engraftment rate (how much fat is placed).
• A lean body type may have difficulty gaining enough fat.
• It may be difficult to create as large a volume as desired at once.

 

If appropriate

• When you want a natural chest line
• If you have some fat in your abdomen, thighs, etc.
• When a soft feel is prioritized

 

 

2. Breast implants

 

Breast implants silicone material etc. Inserting a prosthesis This is how we create volume.

 

 

characteristic

• Can accurately implement desired size and shape
• Recent prostheses have greatly improved in durability and safety.

 

merit

• Make volume changes clear and definitive
• There is no survival rate variable, so the results are predictable.
• Achieve desired size with one surgery

 

disadvantage

• You may experience discomfort in the early stages of recovery.
• There is a possibility of side effects specific to prosthetics, such as spherical structures.
• Your choice of implants may be limited by skin thickness and body type.

 

If appropriate

 

When an increase in cup count is clearly needed

When it is difficult to secure breast fat transplant volume due to a thin body type

If you want to draw a clear line

 

 

 

3. Summary comparison of selection criteria

 

standard	breast fat grafting	prosthesis
touch	Very natural	It varies from person to person
Volume	Varies depending on survival rate	Exactly the size you want
Body shape changes	Improved lines at fat harvesting sites	Focus on breast changes
sense of recovery	relatively comfortable	Initial discomfort may occur
Suitable for	If you value naturalness and have enough fat	If you want definite volume/shape

 

organize

 

Breast fat grafting and implant surgery
It's not about "which surgery is better",

This is a surgery that I choose based on my body and goals.

 

✅Natural look + body shape correction → Breast fat grafting

✅Definite volume + clear line change → prosthesis

 

Before surgery
Body type, skin thickness, desired volume, and texture preference Considering it comprehensively
The most important thing is to decide on the method that is right for you through sufficient consultation.

 

 

FAQ

 

Q. Is breast fat grafting possible for people with a thin body type?
A. If there is insufficient fat mass, fat grafting alone may be difficult, and a combination of fat grafting and implants may be considered.

 

Q. Do prostheses need to be replaced?
A. Recent prostheses are highly durable and can be used without replacement unless there are any particular problems.

 

Q. Can fat grafting have poor staying power?
A. Volume changes may occur depending on the fat engraftment rate, so engraftment management and surgical technique are important.

 

Q. Is there a big difference in feel?
A. Fat grafting is very natural and soft to the touch, and the implant type/insertion location varies.

 

 

 

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