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Fat Transfer to the Breast can be a Useful Technique During Mastopexy, Raleigh

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This 48-year-old woman had some breast asymmetry and desired breast lifting. She did not want implants and was hopeful to improve symmetry of her breasts with fat transfer. Her area of concern for the liposuction was her trochanteric area (also known as saddlebags.) She underwent vertical mastopexy with fat transfer to the left breast to improve symmetry as her left breast was smaller than the right and she did not want to go smaller than the right side. Approximately 300 cc of fat was removed from each trochanteric area with PAL and the fat processed and delivered to the left breast during the surgery. Fat transfer can be a useful tool during mastopexy to improve volume and symmetry. Special techniques are needed to ensure good quality fat and avoidance of over injection must be performed on the breast as complications like oil cysts, calcifications and fat necrosis can occur with overzealous injection. Fat transfer for primary breast augmentation rarely achieves the same sort of results that breast implants can provide as the amount of fat that can be injected is limited and must be distributed throughout the breast to increase volume. In the past, the BRAVA device was found to be useful as it stretched out the breast prior to fat transfer but this is a cumbersome process and very few plastic surgeons offer this technique. FAT transfer still remains a useful in breast reconstruction and cosmetic procedures but must be done cautiously to avoid complications.

Breast Fat Transfer, Raleigh

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Breast Fat Transfer, Raleigh

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Breast Fat Transfer, Raleigh

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Breast Fat Transfer, Raleigh

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About Fat Transfer

Dr. Lyle offers a range of Fat Transfer procedures to enhance volume in different areas of the body, including the breasts, buttocks, face, and hands. This procedure uses your own fat harvested through liposuction, ensuring a natural-looking result without implants.

Find out more about Fat Transfer and visit our before and after photo gallery.

Meet Dr Lyle - Plastic Surgeon in Raleigh NC

 Meet Dr Lyle - Plastic Surgeon in Raleigh NC - Dr Glenn Lyle HeadshotDr. Glenn Lyle is a board-certified plastic surgeon serving the Raleigh, NC community at Lyle Plastic Surgery & Aesthetics Center since 2002. With over 30 years of experience, he specializes in breast surgery and body contouring, to enhance patients' appearance after weight loss, pregnancy, and the effects of aging. 

Dr. Lyle completed his medical degree at Wayne State University School of Medicine, followed by a general surgery residency at the University of Massachusetts and a plastic surgery residency at the University of Texas Medical Branch.

He is certified by the American Board of Plastic Surgery and is a member of both the American Society of Plastic Surgeons and The Aesthetic Society (Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons society).

Throughout his career, Dr. Lyle has contributed to the field of plastic and cosmetic surgery through research, publications, and presentations at national meetings. His practice emphasizes patient safety and personalized care to achieve natural results.

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To find out more about our procedure price ranges – visit the pricing page – please note that our practice no longer takes insurance patients. We can help you find low-interest medical financing to make your surgery more affordable.

If you’re considering surgery in Raleigh NC and want personalized advice about your suitability, recovery, risks and results, I’d be happy to meet with you for a consultation.

Let’s work together to help you achieve your best results—safely and beautifully.

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