For women seeking natural enhancement without implants, fat transfer offers modest breast augmentation using your own tissue. This dual-benefit procedure sculpts your waist whilst adding soft, natural volume to your breasts. The results look, feel, and age just like your own body.
What Is Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation?
Autologous fat breast augmentation uses your own fat cells to enhance breast size and shape. Fat is harvested via liposuction from the abdomen, thighs, or flanks, then purified and injected into the breasts for a modest, natural increase of one to two cup sizes.
Because it uses your own tissue, there's no risk of implant-related complications and you benefit from body contouring in the donor areas. Typically 50–70% of transferred fat remains permanently.
Common Concerns Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation Can Address
- Small breast size or lack of volume
- Desire for natural enhancement without implants
- Mild breast asymmetry or shape irregularities
- Body contouring combined with breast augmentation
Are You a Good Candidate?
- Have sufficient donor fat for harvesting
- Seek modest increase (1–2 cup sizes maximum)
- Prefer natural results over dramatic enhancement
Techniques & Options
Fat transfer depends heavily on what your body has to offer, because donor fat availability and breast tissue capacity vary from patient to patient. Your surgeon will assess your donor sites, breast dimensions, and skin elasticity during your consultation to recommend the best approach. The procedure follows a careful three-stage process, from harvesting through to strategic injection.
There are three key stages:
Liposuction and Fat Harvesting
Gentle extraction of fat cells from donor sites using low-pressure liposuction to preserve cell integrity and maximise viability.
- Donor areas typically include abdomen, thighs, or flanks
- Low-suction technique minimises fat cell damage
- Harvests sufficient volume accounting for reabsorption
Fat Purification and Processing
Harvested fat is centrifuged or filtered to isolate viable fat cells, ensuring only healthy cells are transferred.
- Centrifugation removes impurities and concentrates fat
- Sterile technique prevents contamination
- Prepares fat for immediate injection
Strategic Fat Injection
Purified fat is injected in small quantities throughout multiple breast tissue layers using fine cannulas to maximise fat survival.
- Micro-droplet technique ensures even distribution
- Multiple passes through different tissue planes
- Avoids large fat deposits that may not survive
Recovery Timeline
Days 1–3
Moderate swelling and bruising in both the breasts and donor sites are normal. Discomfort is well-managed with prescribed pain relief. You'll rest comfortably at your hotel with daily check-ins from your care coordinator. Light walking is encouraged from day one.
Week 1
Swelling begins to subside and most bruising fades. You can return to light activities and office work. Most patients feel noticeably better by the end of the first week, with the donor sites healing well alongside the breasts.
Weeks 2–4
Significant improvement in comfort as both the breasts and donor areas settle. You can gradually resume low-impact exercise. The breasts start to take shape, though final volume won't be apparent until fat reabsorption stabilises.
Months 3–6
Final results become apparent as fat reabsorption stabilises and the breasts achieve their permanent size and soft, natural feel. Donor site contours are also fully refined. You can resume all normal activities without restriction.
What to Expect
Safety & Risks
Fat transfer breast augmentation is a safe procedure when performed by an experienced surgeon, but like all surgeries, it carries some risks.
- Fat reabsorption (30–50% loss is normal)
- Fat necrosis (hardened tissue lumps)
- Minor asymmetry or unevenness
- Donor site contour irregularities
- Calcifications on future mammograms
- Infection or bleeding (rare)
Fat survival rates, donor site healing, and the potential for calcifications are unique to autologous fat grafting, so your surgeon will explain how each factor applies to your body composition and breast tissue before scheduling the procedure.
How Much Does Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation Cost in Thailand?
Our pricing is transparent and all-inclusive — your quote covers everything from surgeon fees to hospital stay.
Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation
All-inclusive surgical package- Board-certified surgeon fee
- Anaesthesia & operating theatre
- Hospital stay & nursing care
- Post-operative medications
- Follow-up appointments
- Dedicated care coordinator
Common Questions About Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation
Everything you need to know before your procedure
Dr. Pichaya Suwanprasert
MEDICALLY REVIEWEDDr. Pichaya Suwanprasert
MEDICALLY REVIEWEDPlastic Surgeon · Bangkok
Last reviewed: February 18, 2026
Medical References
- American Society of Plastic Surgeons — Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation
- Coleman SR. Structural Fat Grafting — Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (2006)
- ISAPS International Survey on Aesthetic/Cosmetic Procedures (2022)
- NHS — Breast Enlargement (Augmentation)
- Khouri RK et al. Megavolume Autologous Fat Transfer — Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery (2014)
Medical disclaimer: This information is for educational purposes only and does not replace professional medical advice. Individual results, recovery times, and suitability vary. Always consult a qualified surgeon before making decisions about treatment.
What's Included
- Board-certified surgeon fee
- Anaesthesia & operating theatre
- Hospital stay & nursing care
- Post-operative medications
- Follow-up appointments
- Dedicated care coordinator
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