Breast Augmentation with Autologous Fat
Natural. Aesthetic. Without foreign bodies.
Do you desire fuller, natural-looking breasts – entirely without foreign material? Breast augmentation with autologous fat is a modern, body-friendly method in which the body's own fatty tissue is used to shape the breast. At the Metropolitan Clinic in Zurich, experienced doctors will guide you from the initial consultation to the final result. Whether it's a harmonious breast correction or a subtle increase in volume – this procedure offers an individual and aesthetically convincing result that naturally integrates into your body.
What is Breast Augmentation with Autologous Fat?
In breast augmentation with autologous fat, the body's own fatty tissue – for example, from the abdomen, hips, or thighs – is removed via liposuction, processed, and then precisely injected into the breast. This allows for a natural volume increase of approximately 0.5 to 1.5 cup sizes – entirely without foreign bodies, without silicone, and without visible scars on the breast. The method combines aesthetic breast shaping with a body-contouring effect at the donor site.
Treatment at a Glance
Autologous Fat Transplantation (Liposuction + Injection)
Body's own autologous fat – no silicone, no implants
approx. 2–2.5 hours
Local anesthesia with twilight sleep or general anesthesia
Outpatient
approx. 5–7 days
after approx. 4–6 weeks
after approx. 3–6 months
Why Autologous Fat? Your Advantages at a Glance
The decision for breast augmentation with autologous fat offers compelling advantages over classic implants:
Absolutely natural: The transplanted autologous fat comes exclusively from your body. Foreign material is completely eliminated – the result looks and feels natural.
Double Body Contouring Effect: Through gentle liposuction, the body's own fatty tissue is removed from desired body areas – often hips, abdomen, or thighs. Patients simultaneously benefit from a slimmer body silhouette.
Minimal Scars: The procedure is performed through small incisions that leave hardly visible scars. Larger incisions on the breast are avoided.
Low Risk: Since no foreign body is implanted, allergic reactions or rejections are excluded. The risk of complications is significantly lower than with breast implants.
Natural Feel: The breasts feel completely natural after the procedure because only the body's own tissue is used.
Your Surgeons – Christian Roessing, M.D. & Dr. Volker Rippmann
Your breast augmentation is in experienced hands. Our doctors Christian Roessing, M.D. and Dr. Volker Rippmann are distinguished specialists in aesthetic breast surgery with many years of specialization. Both have extensive experience in breast augmentation with autologous fat and accompany patients from individual consultation through surgery to final aftercare – with care and a focus on natural, aesthetic results.
At the Metropolitan Clinic, the individual well-being of each patient comes first. The highest hygiene standards, state-of-the-art surgical techniques, and a well-coordinated treatment team create the foundation for safe, successful procedures.
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Procedure of Breast Augmentation with Autologous Fat
Consultation & Preparation
Every breast augmentation begins with a detailed, individual consultation. Our doctors analyze your existing fat deposits and clarify with you which body areas are suitable for fat removal. A customized treatment plan takes into account your wishes and physical conditions. Medical preliminary examinations ensure optimal safety before the procedure.
The Surgery
Breast surgery with autologous fat is performed under general anesthesia or local anesthesia with twilight sleep and lasts 2 to 2.5 hours. First, the body's own fatty tissue is removed via liposuction from selected body areas. The harvested fat cells are then carefully processed and precisely injected into the breast to achieve the desired volume and shape. The procedure can be performed on an outpatient basis; an inpatient stay is generally not required.
Recovery & Aftercare
After breast augmentation, patients wear compression garments for 3 to 4 weeks to stabilize the result. Most patients are socially presentable again after just a few days. Sports should be avoided for 4 to 6 weeks. Regular follow-up appointments with our doctors accompany the healing process. The final result of breast augmentation with autologous fat is fully visible after 3 to 6 months, once the transplanted fatty tissue has permanently integrated.
Risks & Limitations
As with any surgery, certain risks cannot be completely excluded with breast augmentation using autologous fat. Possible complications include temporary swelling and bruising, and in rare cases, hardening or calcifications in the breast tissue. Since a portion of the transplanted autologous fat is absorbed by the body, the survival rate of fat cells is typically 60 to 80 percent – a follow-up procedure may be advisable in some cases. For patients with a very slender physique, insufficient fat reserves may be available. Our specialists will honestly advise you on individual risk factors and realistic outcome expectations.
Costs of Breast Augmentation with Autologous Fat
The costs of breast augmentation with autologous fat depend on your individual circumstances – particularly the body areas to be treated, the desired volume, and the extent of fat removal. During a personal consultation at the Metropolitan Clinic, you will receive a transparent, customized cost estimate. The prices include all medical services from surgical preparation to final aftercare.
Frequently Asked Questions
The transplanted autologous fat permanently integrates into the breast tissue. While some of the fat cells are reabsorbed by the body in the first few months, the remaining fatty tissue remains stable long-term – provided your body weight remains constant.
A prerequisite is sufficient autologous fatty tissue in suitable body areas. Our doctors will clarify whether the procedure is suitable for you during an individual consultation. In some cases, a combination with small implants may be advisable.
Scars after this procedure are minimal and barely visible. The small incisions necessary for liposuction and injection heal well and leave no noticeable marks.
Typically, an increase of half to one and a half cup sizes is achievable. For larger volume increases, a combination of autologous fatty tissue and a breast implant may be considered.
Yes. Since the transplanted autologous fat reacts to weight fluctuations like normal body fat, increases or decreases can affect the volume of the breasts. A stable weight ensures a long-term, natural result.
Not necessarily. Depending on the individual findings, the procedure can be performed under local anesthesia with twilight sleep or general anesthesia. Our doctors will recommend the suitable method together with you.
Schedule a Consultation Now
Would you like to learn more about breast augmentation with autologous fat in Zurich? Schedule your personal appointment today at the Metropolitan Clinic – your address for natural breast augmentation with autologous fat in Switzerland. Our doctors look forward to helping you achieve your desired silhouette.
