Fat transfer, also known as fat grafting or autologous fat transplantation, is a cosmetic procedure that involves removing fat from one area of the body and injecting it into another area to enhance volume, contour, and shape. This procedure is commonly used for facial rejuvenation, breast enhancement, buttock augmentation, and body contouring.
Fat Harvesting: Fat is extracted from donor areas such as the abdomen, thighs, or flanks using liposuction.
Purification Process: The harvested fat is processed to remove impurities and excess fluids.
Injection and Sculpting: The purified fat is carefully injected into the target area to enhance volume and contour.
Face: To restore lost volume in cheeks, under-eye hollows, and lips.
Breasts: For natural breast augmentation or reconstruction.
Buttocks: To enhance shape and size (commonly known as the Brazilian Butt Lift).
Hands: To rejuvenate aging hands by adding volume and reducing wrinkles.
Body Contouring: To refine and reshape specific areas.
Individuals who want to enhance volume naturally without implants or fillers.
Those with sufficient fat deposits for harvesting.
People in good overall health with realistic expectations.
Non-smokers or individuals willing to quit before and after surgery to support healing.
Swelling and Bruising: Common in both donor and recipient areas for the first 1-2 weeks.
Compression Garments: May be required for donor sites to minimize swelling.
Avoiding Strenuous Activity: Heavy exercise should be avoided for at least 4-6 weeks.
Follow-Up Appointments: Regular check-ins ensure proper healing.
Final Results: Visible after a few months, as some fat will naturally reabsorb while the rest integrates permanently.
Fat Absorption: Some of the transferred fat may not survive, requiring touch-ups.
Lumps or Irregularities: Uneven fat distribution may occur if not properly injected.
Infection and Swelling: Rare but possible complications.
Asymmetry, which may need further adjustments.
Uses the body’s own fat, reducing the risk of allergic reactions.
Provides natural-looking and long-lasting results.
Simultaneously removes unwanted fat from donor areas, improving body contour.
Enhances self-confidence and body proportion.
Fat transfer is a procedure for individuals looking to enhance their appearance using their own fat. Consulting with a board-certified plastic surgeon ensures the best approach tailored to individual needs. With proper aftercare and realistic expectations, fat transfer can provide long-lasting results.
