Circumferential Arm Liposuction + Fat Transfer Breast Augmentation｜3-Month Follow-Up
Some people believe that fat harvested from the upper arms is not suitable for breast augmentation. However, fat retention is not determined by the donor area alone.
Case overview
| Procedure | Liposuction (circumferential upper arms, accessory breast tissue) / Fat grafting breast augmentation |
|---|---|
| Sessions | 1 session |
| Cost | ¥1,200,000 (price at the time of treatment) Price list |
| Main risks | swelling, bruising, pain, edema, skin irregularities, asymmetry, scars, lumps, calcification, etc. (see details below) |
| Doctor | Dr. Shin Moriwaki (Director) |
This patient had a BMI below 18 and had previously undergone silicone implant breast augmentation at another clinic. Because of her slim body type, the implant edges were relatively visible.
We performed circumferential arm liposuction and accessory breast liposuction, then injected the harvested fat mainly into the décolletage and inner breast area.
Procedures
- Circumferential arm liposuction
- Accessory breast liposuction
- Fat transfer breast augmentation
Fat grafting volume
- Right breast: 140cc
- Left breast: 120cc
Approximately 2mm of superficial fat was preserved in the arms to maintain both a slim and smooth contour.
At 3 months, the arms and accessory breast area appear significantly slimmer, and the transferred fat has shown good retention. The décolletage has gained natural fullness, and the implant edges are less noticeable.
Combining arm liposuction with fat transfer breast augmentation helps create a more balanced upper-body silhouette by reducing volume from the arms while adding natural volume to the breasts.
At AVAN TOKYO, we design the entire line from the arms, accessory breast area, and underarms to the décolletage and breasts as one continuous contour.
Risks and complications
Swelling, bruising, pain, fibrosis, infection, hematoma, seroma, fat necrosis, palpable lumps, calcification, oil cysts, fat absorption, asymmetry, skin tethering, scarring, sensory changes, pigmentation changes, and possible need for revision surgery.
This case presentation is intended for medical education purposes. Results, recovery, and fat retention vary between individuals.
Surgeon: Dr. Shin Moriwaki (Director, AVAN TOKYO Ginza Liposuction Clinic)
Risks and side effects
Liposuction may cause swelling, bruising, pain, edema, skin irregularities or tightness, asymmetry, pigmentation, and scars at the small incision sites. Rarely, complications such as infection, hematoma, numbness, or reduced sensation may occur. On the upper arms, shoulders, and back, skin laxity, rippling, or a pulling sensation may occur.
Fat grafting may cause calcification, lumps or cysts, individual variation in fat survival, asymmetry, and irregularities at the donor site.
These symptoms may occur during recovery and most improve over time, but their severity and the recovery period vary from person to person. If you have any concerns, please consult your doctor rather than judging for yourself.