After breast reconstruction, some women wish to make a few small adjustments. Maybe one breast feels fuller than the other, or the shape doesn’t feel quite right. Liposuction and fat grafting are two procedures that can give you better symmetry and softness to your reconstructed breasts. We offer both of these procedures at The Breast Center in Lone Tree, Colorado.Â
Dr. Christopher G. Williams and Dr. Jeremy Williams are board-certified plastic and reconstructive surgeons with advanced training from The Johns Hopkins Hospital. They specialize in microsurgical breast reconstruction, including the advanced DIEP flap technique, and regularly see women from Colorado and across the U.S. for breast shaping procedures.
Adjusting Volume and Shape With Liposuction
Sometimes, one reconstructed breast ends up slightly larger or fuller than the other. A small amount of liposuction can help even things out. This technique can be especially helpful when reconstruction involves implants or flap procedures, such as the DIEP flap.
During the procedure, your surgeon uses a small cannula to gently remove fat from the fuller side of the chest. This is done through a tiny incision, and the goal is to fine-tune the shape and match the volume of the opposite breast. The process is focused entirely on improving breast symmetry, not altering your body shape.Â
Refining Results Through Fat Grafting
After a DIEP flap or implant-based reconstruction, small irregularities in contour or volume can sometimes happen. Fat grafting helps smooth those out using your body’s tissue.
To do this, your surgeon uses liposuction to remove fat from another part of the body, usually the abdomen, thighs, or flanks. That fat is then purified and carefully injected into the breast to fill in subtle indentations or add volume where needed. It’s not a standalone procedure but works as a finishing touch after your initial reconstruction.
Fat grafting with liposuction can make your results feel more like you. For many women, it’s the final step that helps everything come together.
Why Choose The Breast Center?
At The Breast Center, skill and heart go hand in hand. Dr. Christopher G. Williams trained at Johns Hopkins and built a career at the intersection of advanced surgery and real-world care. He has a background in psychobiology, tissue engineering, and microsurgical breast reconstruction, but what matters most to his patients is how well he listens and how much he cares about getting it right.
Dr. Jeremy Williams, also trained at Johns Hopkins, grew up in Colorado and came back to bring top-level expertise home. His passion for breast reconstruction shows in every conversation, every surgery, and every patient he supports. People trust him because he is honest, thoughtful, and genuinely invested in helping them feel comfortable in their own skin again.
Dr. Chris and Dr. Jeremy Williams work to give women strong surgical results as well as support, understanding, and a place where they are truly seen.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Liposuction is always used to harvest the fat needed for fat grafting, even if we’re only removing a small amount.
In some cases, fat grafting can be done during your initial breast reconstruction. Other times, we will do it a few months later, after the breast has had time to heal and settle. Your surgeon will guide the best timing based on your surgery, healing progress, and individual goals.
Fat grafting is long-lasting, but it’s normal for the body to absorb a small percentage of the transferred fat. In some cases, we may recommend a second round of grafting.
Many insurance plans that cover reconstruction also cover symmetry procedures, including fat grafting or liposuction. Our team can help you understand your benefits.
The Final Touches After Breast Reconstruction Surgery
Small refinements can make a powerful difference after breast reconstruction. If you are considering liposuction or fat grafting to fine-tune your results, Dr. Christopher Williams and Dr. Jeremy Williams can guide you.Â
Call 303-706-1100 to schedule your visit to The Breast Center in Lone Tree, CO, proudly welcoming patients from Denver and beyond.