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The team at our clinic near Nottingham delivers excellent results using fat transfer to the breasts.
This technique uses the patient’s own fat cells to create natural-looking breasts, avoiding many of the risks and complications associated with breast implants.
Birmingham Breast Group is a specialist breast care clinic where a multidisciplinary team of surgeons and experts provide the diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer for Nottingham patients.
We perform fat transfer procedures routinely.
We also offer other types of reconstructive surgery after mastectomy or lumpectomy using breast implants and cosmetic breast enhancement for all women.
Please book a consultation at our highly regarded clinic near Nottingham today for further information on breast enhancement with fat transfer or for advice on any breast concerns.
Fat transfer, also called autologous fat grafting, is a surgical procedure that improves the shape and size of the breasts by injecting the patient’s own body fat, harvested from other parts of the body, into the breast area.
This type of fat grafting is often used in other cosmetic procedures to augment volume-deficient areas, for example, the face and hands and in body contouring procedures.

This cosmetic procedure has two stages:
Fat is harvested from donor sites, usually the abdomen or thighs, using liposuction.
The harvested fat is carefully processed and purified before being introduced into the breasts.
The refined fat is carefully introduced into the breast area with a special fine cannula to create the desired volume enhancement and a more acceptable contour for the breast.
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This procedure can take up to 5 hours.
It may be performed with general or local anaesthetics, depending on the complexity of the procedure.
Our Nottingham patients are always delighted with the overall aesthetic outcome of their fat transfer procedure.
However, it is a more subtle method of changing body contour than traditional breast implants.
The increase in breast size is a modest one or two cup sizes.
Patients looking for greater breast volume may like to consider breast enlargement surgery using breast implants.
Further information is available here.
The perfect candidate for this procedure is looking for one or more of the following:
It is also essential that patients have a sufficient fat reserve to harvest for the procedure and are in sound health.
Fat injections have some advantages over breast augmentation surgery with breast implants, including :
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Downtime is minimal after this procedure compared to other surgical breast procedures.
Your recovery process will be as follows:
You will experience bruising and swelling. Pain relief will be provided after the procedure, but simple pain killers will be enough to manage your discomfort once you return home.
Most patients feel well enough to resume light activities or return to a sedentary work role a few days post-surgery.
After a few weeks, you will be sufficiently healed to engage in more strenuous activities.
Intense exercise, such as gym workouts or sports, can be gradually reintroduced at this time with your surgeon’s approval.
We will monitor your healing at follow-up appointments.
Fat transfer to breasts is a low-risk procedure when performed by highly qualified and experienced surgeons like those at Birmingham Breast Group.
You will experience bruising and possibly swelling at both the donor and recipient body parts, but this will subside after a few days.
The results of this procedure are permanent, and our Nottingham patients are always delighted with the overall aesthetic outcome of their fat injections.
However, it is important to understand that weight changes and the effects of ageing may change the appearance of the breasts over time, just as they would with breasts that had not received this treatment.
The pre-surgical consultation for fat grafting technique candidates from Nottingham involves a complete physical examination to ensure you have sufficient fat reserve for the required fat harvest.
Your consultant will also want to ensure you have realistic expectations for the size increase achievable with fat transfer techniques.
Our team routinely performs fat transfer procedures, but it is essential to assess each patient’s suitability.
As with all surgical procedures, your consultant will ensure that you are fit and healthy enough to undergo the procedure by taking a complete medical history.
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We provide proactive therapy for breast cancer, including the full range of lumpectomy and mastectomy procedures, as well as reconstructive surgery.
Cosmetic procedures, including breast reduction, augmentation with breast implants and breast lift, are also available.
Whatever your breast concerns, you can book a consultation directly today at one of our welcoming clinics.
We are not an NHS clinic, and our private patients are usually covered by their health insurance. When you contact us, we can offer advice on other finance options if required.
Our four clinics are based in highly regarded private hospitals in Birmingham, providing exceptional levels of care to patients from the West and East Midlands, including Nottingham. You can read some testimonials from delighted patients here.
Our Birmingham clinics are a straightforward drive from Nottingham city centre.
Priory Rd
Edgbaston
Birmingham B5 7UG
Tel 0121 704 0383
Email info@birminghambreastgroup.com
1 Damson Parkway
Solihull B91 2PP
Tel 0121 7041451
Email info@birminghambreastgroup.com
Little Aston Hall Drive
Sutton Coldfield
B74 3UP
Tel 0121 353 2444
Email info@birminghambreastgroup.com
Mindelsohn Way
Birmingham B15 2FQ
Tel 0121 468 2748
Email info@birminghambreastgroup.com
Nottingham is best known for its proximity to Sherwood Forest, home to the legendary English folk hero Robin Hood.
Nottingham Castle, now a major visitor attraction, was the home of Robin’s chief enemy, the Sheriff of Nottingham.
The city is now home to the University of Nottingham, a top 20 UK university. It is also a major sporting centre and home to the National Ice Centre, where Olympic gold medal-winning ice dancers Torvill and Dean trained.
Notts County, founded in 1862, is the world’s oldest professional football club.
Written by a patient at BMI The Priory Hospital, 17th August 2020
Mr Henderson was kind and understanding and I felt completely at ease with him. He was well informed of my condition and explained his treatment plan to me fully. He has been very attentive in answering emails from me and I really cannot recommend him highly enough. I feel very fortunate to have been in his care.
Written by a patient at BMI The Priory Hospital, 17th August 2020
Mr Henderson was kind and understanding and I felt completely at ease with him. He was well informed of my condition and explained his treatment plan to me fully. He has been very attentive in answering emails from me and I really cannot recommend him highly enough. I feel very fortunate to have been in his care.
Written by a patient at Spire Little Aston Hospital, 1st December 2019
I have been a patient of Dr Basu since being diagnosed with Breast Cancer a few months ago. Despite the curse of my diagnosis I couldn’t have asked for a better Dr and standard of care. He and his team are super-efficient, have gone out of their way to get fast effective treatment for me and he has super-human levels of patience. During every consultation he has been ever patient, carefully listened to all my questions and concerns then taken the time to explain everything to me and provided constant reassurance. He has been accessible at all times even over weekends and the support has been broad. He looks after you as if you are family and despite having a 90 minute journey to see him at times as we wanted the fastest appointment we couldn’t ask for anything more. Our family see him as an angel not just a doctor for what he has done for us and would recommend him in less than a blink of a eye.
Written by a patient at Queen Elizabeth Hospital, 30th September 2019
I first met Naren Basu in 2016 at the Queen Elizabeth Women’s Hospital. I had been diagnosed with breast cancer. He is an exceptionally skilled man at putting people at their ease and explaining everything with great patience and candour. He is a consummate professional and really knows his stuff, especially relating to breast cancer. He is very clever, witty, and a super surgeon. He carried out a reduction to both my breasts, removing the tumours at the same time. I was fortunate indeed to have my surgery via the NHS, it would have been very expensive as a private patient but worth every penny. I felt like a million dollars after my operation. I think he is a fabulous man and so skilled on so many levels and outstanding in human kindness.
Written by a carer at Spire Little Aston Hospital, 12th June 2019
Nine days before I was due to go on an extended holiday I discovered problems in both breasts. I was lucky enough to get an appointment 3 days before travel. Mr Basu even called me on the day of the appointment to ask me to come in earlier to ensure they had time to undergo all of the tests that evening. Anyone who has had these problems will know how overwhelming it is but Mr Basu took his time to speak to me and explained all of the procedures/tests that would be carried out that evening and possible outcomes. I did have a small procedure and again everything was explained fully and felt quite safe in his hands. The follow up appointments were just as thorough and Mr Basu made sure I understood all that we discussed. If I ever found myself in this position again Mr Basu would be my first port of call.
Written by a carer at Spire Little Aston Hospital, 11th May 2020
I was diagnosed with HER2 positive breast cancer November 8th 2019 , I was then appointed Dr Henderson almost immediately to discuss my treatment plan and way forward, I must say Dr Henderson was absolutely fantastic, he has a real calming nature and really put myself and my husband at ease , plotting my treatment course from day 1 gave us a massive line of sight to work to and in with combination of the nurses at little Aston facing the biggest fight of my life became easier & easier as the week progressed, I owe Dr Henderson my life and can’t thank him enough, he’s worth is weight in gold
Written by a patient at Good Hope Hospital, 27th November 2019
I am currently under the care of Dr Daniel Henderson at Good Hope Hospital, and I couldn’t ask for better. He listens, and speaks to you in laymans terms so you understand what is going on now and in the future. He talks to you and not at you, and has a very calm and soothing manner. If you are lucky enough to be referred to him, rest assured that you are in good hands, as he gets things actioned quickly.
Written by a patient at Spire Little Aston Hospital, 1st December 2019
I have been a patient of Dr Basu since being diagnosed with Breast Cancer a few months ago. Despite the curse of my diagnosis I couldn’t have asked for a better Dr and standard of care. He and his team are super-efficient, have gone out of their way to get fast effective treatment for me and he has super-human levels of patience. During every consultation he has been ever patient, carefully listened to all my questions and concerns then taken the time to explain everything to me and provided constant reassurance. He has been accessible at all times even over weekends and the support has been broad. He looks after you as if you are family and despite having a 90 minute journey to see him at times as we wanted the fastest appointment we couldn’t ask for anything more. Our family see him as an angel not just a doctor for what he has done for us and would recommend him in less than a blink of a eye.
Written by a patient at Queen Elizabeth Hospital, 30th September 2019
I first met Naren Basu in 2016 at the Queen Elizabeth Women’s Hospital. I had been diagnosed with breast cancer. He is an exceptionally skilled man at putting people at their ease and explaining everything with great patience and candour. He is a consummate professional and really knows his stuff, especially relating to breast cancer. He is very clever, witty, and a super surgeon. He carried out a reduction to both my breasts, removing the tumours at the same time. I was fortunate indeed to have my surgery via the NHS, it would have been very expensive as a private patient but worth every penny. I felt like a million dollars after my operation. I think he is a fabulous man and so skilled on so many levels and outstanding in human kindness.
Written by a carer at Spire Little Aston Hospital, 12th June 2019
Nine days before I was due to go on an extended holiday I discovered problems in both breasts. I was lucky enough to get an appointment 3 days before travel. Mr Basu even called me on the day of the appointment to ask me to come in earlier to ensure they had time to undergo all of the tests that evening. Anyone who has had these problems will know how overwhelming it is but Mr Basu took his time to speak to me and explained all of the procedures/tests that would be carried out that evening and possible outcomes. I did have a small procedure and again everything was explained fully and felt quite safe in his hands. The follow up appointments were just as thorough and Mr Basu made sure I understood all that we discussed. If I ever found myself in this position again Mr Basu would be my first port of call.
Written by a carer at Spire Little Aston Hospital, 11th May 2020
I was diagnosed with HER2 positive breast cancer November 8th 2019 , I was then appointed Dr Henderson almost immediately to discuss my treatment plan and way forward, I must say Dr Henderson was absolutely fantastic, he has a real calming nature and really put myself and my husband at ease , plotting my treatment course from day 1 gave us a massive line of sight to work to and in with combination of the nurses at little Aston facing the biggest fight of my life became easier & easier as the week progressed, I owe Dr Henderson my life and can’t thank him enough, he’s worth is weight in gold
Written by a patient at Good Hope Hospital, 27th November 2019
I am currently under the care of Dr Daniel Henderson at Good Hope Hospital, and I couldn’t ask for better. He listens, and speaks to you in laymans terms so you understand what is going on now and in the future. He talks to you and not at you, and has a very calm and soothing manner. If you are lucky enough to be referred to him, rest assured that you are in good hands, as he gets things actioned quickly.
Written by a patient at BMI The Priory Hospital, 17th August 2020
Mr Henderson was kind and understanding and I felt completely at ease with him. He was well informed of my condition and explained his treatment plan to me fully. He has been very attentive in answering emails from me and I really cannot recommend him highly enough. I feel very fortunate to have been in his care.
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