What is the difference between breast implants and fat grafting?
Published 2026-09-14Updated 2026-09-14Last verified 2026-09-14
Short answer
Implants are medical devices that give a predictable, larger increase in size but are not lifetime devices and can rupture or cause capsular contracture. Fat grafting uses the patient's own fat, avoids a device and can improve the donor area, but gives a smaller, less predictable gain and may need repeat sessions. The choice depends on desired size, available fat and risk preferences.
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Sources
- governmentBreast enlargement (implants) — NHS (UK National Health Service) · accessed 2026-09-14
- organizationFat Transfer Breast Augmentation — American Society of Plastic Surgeons · accessed 2026-09-14