Why Choose Full-Circumference Upper Arm Liposuction?

When performing hybrid breast augmentation, one of the most common donor sites for fat is the upper arms. We strongly recommend full-circumference liposuction (covering the “bat wings,” shoulders, and front side of the upper arms) for optimal results.

• Limited fat from the bat wing area alone may not be sufficient
• Contouring the shoulders creates sharper, more defined upper body lines
• Including the front side enhances the side view of the breasts

What Is Hybrid Breast Augmentation?

Hybrid breast augmentation combines silicone implants and fat grafting. This approach balances the strengths of both techniques:

• Implants provide reliable volume increase
• Fat grafting offers natural softness, contour refinement, and reduced risk of capsular contracture

Because it involves both methods, hybrid augmentation is more invasive and carries a higher overall risk, but it delivers more natural, stable, and harmonious results.

19 years old Arm liposuction × Hybrid Breastaugmentation 1.5 month

– Pre-surgery

– 1 month post-op

– 3 months post-op

This visual comparison highlights how natural the results appear over time.)

Q&A: Where Is the Fat Harvested From?

Q. Which areas are best for fat harvesting in hybrid breast augmentation?

A. It depends on the patient’s body type, but the most common donor sites include:

• Full-circumference upper arms: Improves contour while providing fat for transfer
• Abdomen and waist: Abundant fat volume, ensuring sufficient graft material
• Thighs: Allows for large-volume harvest and enhances lower body shaping

👉 At our clinic, we carefully select the donor site based on both aesthetic design goals and the need for sufficient fat volume.

Risks & Potential Side Effects

• Infection
• Hematoma or bleeding
• Fat necrosis or nodules
• Skin irregularities or contracture

Conclusion

Combining full-circumference upper arm liposuction with hybrid breast augmentation is one of the most powerful strategies for creating a beautifully balanced upper body. By planning not only the augmentation itself but also the donor site for fat harvesting, we can achieve results that are both natural and refined. By AVAN TOKYO GINZA LIPOSUCTION CLINIC