Case #1576
Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation
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Demographics Age: 22
Continued care
Recommended aftercare, skincare, and MedSpa services for Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation.
- No pressure on the breasts for 3 weeks — graft survival depends on tissue contact preservation
- No bra with underwire for 6 weeks
- Walking encouraged; cardio at week 4
- Liposuction donor sites: compression garment for 4–6 weeks
- Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy to support healing when recommended
- Hydrating body protocol on liposuction sites
- SkinCeuticals C E Ferulic on liposuction incision site scars
- Massage at donor sites starting week 3 to break down residual edema
- Hyperbaric oxygen therapy when recommended — improves fat graft survival
- Indiba radiofrequency on donor sites for tissue tightening
- LED light therapy to reduce bruising
Pre-op preparation
What to do before surgery. Specific to this case.
- Discontinue blood thinners (NSAIDs, aspirin, fish oil, vitamin E) two weeks out. Acetaminophen remains safe; the full list is reviewed at pre-op.
- No nicotine for 6 weeks before through 6 weeks after surgery. The vascular impact directly affects skin healing.
- Arrange button-front or zip-front tops for the first three weeks, overhead reaching is restricted. A drain holder or apron is provided.
- A driver is required the day of surgery and a responsible adult should stay with you the first 24 hours.
Recovery timeline
Milestones specific to this case. Individual recovery varies.
- Day 1–7
Short walks every couple of hours, no lifting over 5 lb, and full nights of rest. The worst of the swelling peaks around day 3.
- Week 2
Activity ramps up cautiously: longer walks, no lifting yet. Most patients return to desk work this week.
- Week 4
Light cardio and most desk-work activities cleared. Lifting limit increases to 15 lb. Scar massage typically starts now.
- Week 6
The "back to normal" week for most patients. Final compression schedule transitions to optional.
- Month 3
Tissue softens, scars begin to fade, and overall shape settles toward final. Scar maturation continues for another 6 months.
