Fat Transfer

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What Is Fat Transfer?

Fat transfer, also known as autologous fat grafting, is a cosmetic procedure that uses your body’s own fat to restore volume, improve contours, or enhance specific areas. Fat is gently removed from donor sites such as the abdomen, thighs, or flanks, purified, and carefully injected into areas that need volume or rejuvenation.

This technique offers a natural alternative to synthetic fillers or implants, with the added benefit of slimming the donor area.

Why Do People Choose Fat Transfer?

To restore lost volume in the face, hands, breasts, or buttocks
To smooth out asymmetries or depressions after weight loss or aging
To enhance natural curves using biocompatible tissue
To achieve subtle, long-lasting improvement without foreign materials
To rejuvenate the skin by improving tone, texture, and hydration

Who Is a Good Candidate?

You may be an ideal candidate for fat transfer if you:
- Have unwanted fat in areas like the abdomen, flanks, or thighs
- Desire natural-looking volume enhancement
- Are in good general health and don’t smoke
- Have realistic expectations about results
- Prefer minimally invasive alternatives to synthetic fillers or implants

Common Fat Transfer Applications

Fat transfer is versatile and can be performed in both aesthetic and reconstructive contexts. The most common treatment areas include:

Facial Applications:

Temporal region – fills hollow temples and smooths forehead transitions
Under-eye area – reduces hollowness and dark circles
Hollow cheeks – restores youthful mid-face volume
Mimic lines between the eyebrows (glabellar lines) – softens frown lines
Forehead area – smooths grooves and adds fullness for a youthful contour
Upper and lower lip augmentation – enhances lip volume and definition
Nasolabial folds & marionette lines – fills deep wrinkles between mouth and nose
Jawline & chin – for contouring and balance
Entire facial rejuvenation – as a natural alternative to dermal fillers

Body Applications:

Breast fat transfer – for modest breast enlargement, asymmetry correction, or implant refinement
Buttock enhancement (BBL) – adds volume and projection while contouring donor areas
Hip dips – fills indentations for a smoother curve
Chest area – to correct pectoral imbalances in men or post-mastectomy volume loss in women
Hand rejuvenation – restores volume and masks visible tendons or veins
Scars and contour deformities – fills post-liposuction or traumatic irregularities

How Is the Procedure Performed?

Done under local or general anesthesia, depending on the area and volume
Fat is harvested via gentle liposuction from a donor site
It’s then purified and injected precisely into the target area using microcannulas
The procedure time ranges from 1 to 3 hours depending on areas treated

Before Fat Transfer

A full evaluation of your goals, anatomy, and fat availability is done
Medical clearance and lab work may be required
Smoking and certain medications must be stopped in advance
A balanced diet and hydration help support recovery
Pre-procedure photos are taken for tracking progress

After Fat Transfer

Mild swelling, bruising, and tenderness are normal in donor and injection areas
You may be asked to avoid pressure on the treated site for 1–2 weeks
Compression garments may be worn for liposuction areas
Light walking is encouraged to promote healing
Most patients return to normal activities within 5–7 days, depending on the area

Healing Process After Fat Transfer

Week 1–2

Swelling and mild soreness in both donor and injection sites
Early results begin to show, but some fat is reabsorbed naturally

Week 3–6

Fat cells begin to stabilize
Volume becomes more consistent
Bruising subsides, and mobility fully returns

Month 2 and Beyond

Final results are visible by 3–6 months
Transferred fat that survives remains permanently
Skin quality often improves due to regenerative effects of fat

Treatment Summary

Number of Operations

One

Operation Duration

4-6 hours

Anesthesia

Local anesthesia

Sensibility

1-3 Days

Back To Work

Immediately

Full Healing

7 days

Permanence

Permanent

Hospitalization

None

* For informational purposes only, be sure to consult your doctor for diagnosis and treatment.

Frequently asked questions

How much of the fat survives after transfer?

Roughly 60–80% of transferred fat typically survives. The rest is absorbed within a few weeks. Once stabilized, the result is permanent.

Can slim people have fat transfer?

Yes, but it depends on available donor fat. Even slim individuals often have sufficient fat in areas like the thighs or flanks.

Can I choose where the fat is placed?

Absolutely. During consultation, you’ll discuss your priorities and the specific zones to enhance based on your goals and anatomy.

Does it replace fillers or implants?

In many cases, yes. Fat offers a natural, long-term alternative to dermal fillers and is ideal for patients wanting organic, subtle results.

Will I lose volume if I lose weight?

Yes. Fat behaves like natural body fat—significant weight loss can reduce volume in grafted areas.

How soon can I return to normal life?

Most patients resume light activities within 5–7 days. Full recovery depends on treatment areas and volume transferred.

Can fat transfer correct asymmetry or surgical deformities?

Yes. Fat grafting is widely used to correct facial or body asymmetry, including post-liposuction irregularities and contour defects.

Are there any risks?

Risks are low when performed by qualified professionals. As with any surgery, risks include infection, over-absorption, or fat lumps, which are rare and treatable.