deliveryand lactationMany people feel that their breast shape has changed compared to before after going through this process. They say that the volume seems to have decreased, and because the position feels like it has dropped, the fit of their underwear or how their clothes look has changed.
In this post, after childbirth breast saggingThis occurs Histological causesfrom, Breast lift surgeryand Stem cell (SVF) breast augmentation (breast fat grafting)I will summarize from a professional perspective how you can expect a recovery through this.
Histological causes of breast sagging after childbirth and breastfeeding
For breastfeeding, on a woman's breasts mammary tissueIt is located here. As the mammary glands develop after childbirth, the skin surrounding them and the breasts that support them Cooper's ligamentIt also increases together.
Once breastfeeding ends, the mammary glands shrink back down, but the already stretched skin and ligaments do not easily return to their original state. As a result, mammary tissueWhile the volume of decreased skinand ligament는 Extended stateAs a result, the breasts often sag or lose elasticity. This is one of the most common changes experienced by women who have given birth.
Classification based on the degree of sagging
Clinically breast saggingBreast ptosis is often assessed based on the position of the nipple.
● HardnessThe nipple is located near the lower breast crease.
● ModerateThe nipple is located below the lower breast crease but not at the very bottom.
● SeverityThe nipple is located at the lowest part of the breast.
Degree of saggingDepending on the Breast lift surgerySince the scope and method of the incision and whether volume supplementation is needed vary, it is necessary to determine during the consultation which level you fall into.
Why 'Shape' is Important, Not Just 'Volume'
When improving sagging breasts, it is often difficult to achieve satisfactory results by simply adding volume.
The important point is
How to tighten sagging tissue
✔ How to reposition and shape the breasts
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The basic surgery at this time is Breast lift (Mastopexy)It is a method that smooths sagging skin to restore the basic position and shape of the breasts, and if necessary 보형물or autologous fat graftingof parallelismYou can adjust the volume as well.
Reasons to choose fat grafting over implants
Implants have the advantage of being able to create volume quickly, but, external substancesDue to its nature, there may be design limitations depending on body type or skin condition. Additionally, over time, Old modelThere are also people who feel burdened because they experience problems like this.
On the other hand, Gangnam autologous fat grafting uses fat harvested from the abdomen or thighs Your own fatBecause it uses [material/technology], the texture and shape can feel more natural. Another reason it is preferred is that the injection site can be finely adjusted to match the curves of the breast, allowing for a personalized design.
Limitations of fat grafting, 'survival rate'
However, general fat graftingThere is one clear limitation to it. That is Graft survival rate.
There may be cases where only some of the transplanted fat cells take root, while the rest are absorbed or die. As a result, you may not feel the expected change in volume, or, in rare cases, experience discomfort because the fat has not settled evenly.
What is different about Stem Cell (SVF) Breast Augmentation (Breast Fat Grafting)?
In order to compensate for these limitations Stem cell (SVF) breast augmentationThis is utilized. SVF는 Adipose-derived cell components (Stromal Vascular Fraction)It means that it is transplanted along with refined fat.
Adipose-derived cell components play a role in helping to create a more stable environment during the process of transplanted fat settling. As a result, the fat settles more evenly, and many people expect natural changes in terms of texture and volume maintenance.
SC301 was calculated based on over 9,000 cases Average engraftment rate 77.48%를 SCI-indexed international academic journal Annals of Plastic SurgeryWe have registered and disclosed this information, and based on this, we continue to design products focused on engraftment rates. (Engraftment rates may vary depending on individual constitution and lifestyle.)
SC301 Graft Survival Rate-Centric Design
SC301 is Stem cell (SVF) breast augmentationWe approach this not as a simple procedure, but as a design where the entire process is connected.
✔ Fat purification process
✔ Design of implantation site and injection volume
✔ Post-surgery hyperbaric oxygen therapy and skin care
✔ Monitoring the recovery process
We tailor all these steps to the patient's condition, aiming for a more stable recovery and results.
가슴거상술 + 줄기세포(SVF) 가슴성형 병행 시 회복 과정
As a new addition, I have summarized the general recovery flow that can be referenced when undergoing both surgeries together.
Immediately after surgery ~ 2 weeks: Protect the incision site, wear a compression bandage, manage swelling and bruising
2 weeks to 1 months: Incision recovery, time to return to daily life (varies individually)
1~3 months: The period when the transplanted fat takes root and the lines gradually settle.
3~6 months: The time when the incision line fades and the overall shape and volume stabilize.
The larger the incision area and the greater the graft volume, the more the recovery period and management intensity may vary, requiring a personalized plan.
Good questions to check during consultation
● How the incision method varies based on your degree of sagging (mild/moderate/severe)
● Whether a breast lift alone is sufficient, or if volume supplementation is necessary
● Which method is more suitable for your body type when adding volume: implants or autologous fat grafting (SVF)
● Whether result indicators such as graft survival rate are disclosed as objective data
● Is there a post-operative care program, such as hyperbaric oxygen management?
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Can sagging breasts be improved with just a breast lift?
A. Depending on the degree of sagging, position and shape may be improved with a lift alone in some cases, but if volume loss is also present, implants or Gangnam Autologous fat grafting (SVF)It is common to adjust the volume in parallel.
Q. I am planning to breastfeed again. Is it okay to have surgery now?
A. If you plan to become pregnant or breastfeed in the future, tissue changes may occur again, so it is advisable to inform us of your plans in advance during the consultation.
Q. 줄기세포(SVF) 가슴성형이 보형물보다 항상 더 나은 선택인가요?
A. That is not the case. Since the appropriate method varies depending on the amount of fat available, the desired volume, and body type, it is accurate to determine the method best suited to your conditions through a consultation.
Introduction of the surgeon
This article has established the field of stem cell (SVF) breast augmentation. Chief Director Shin Dong-jin (19 years of experience, over 9,000 procedures performed)It was written based on clinical standards. He served as the President of the Korean Society of Stem Cell Plastic Surgery for 10 years, and Only a maximum of 2 to 3 surgeries per dayWe are maintaining the principle of doing so.
As I organize
Due to not only childbirth but also dieting, genetic factors, and lifestyle habits breast saggingThere are also quite a few cases where one experiences this.
The important thing is not simply the method of filling, but selecting a solution that fits the cause of the sagging and the current condition.
✔ Whether you have been accurately diagnosed with the degree of sagging
✔ Have you determined whether a facelift or volume enhancement is needed?
✔ Whether evidence such as graft survival rates is objectively disclosed
✔ Whether a systematic post-surgery care program is in place
I recommend that you verify these four points directly during the consultation.
If you are concerned about changes in your breasts after childbirth, please take your time browsing through other posts on the SC301 blog and calmly consider the direction that suits you best.
Procedure results, engraftment rates, and recovery periods may vary depending on an individual's tissue condition, constitution, and lifestyle. The information above is for reference only, so please confirm an accurate diagnosis through an in-person consultation.
That has been the Seongchelin Guide!
Frequently Asked Questions
What is different about Stem Cell (SVF) Breast Augmentation (Breast Fat Grafting)?
이러한 한계를 보완하기 위해 줄기세포(SVF) 가슴성형이 활용됩니다. SVF는 지방유래세포 성분(Stromal Vascular Fraction)을 의미하며, 정제된 지방과 함께 이식됩니다. 지방유래세포 성분은 이식된 지방이 자리 잡는 과정에서 보다 안정적인 환경이 형성되도록 돕는 역할을 합니다. 그 결과 지방이 보다 고르게 정착되고, 촉감과 볼륨 유지 측면에서도 자연스러운 변화를 기대하는 분들이 많습니다.
