Fat grafting
Fat grafting is a surgical procedure that uses a patient’s own fat to restore volume and reshape areas of the body.
What is Fat Grafting?
Fat grafting, also known as fat transfer or autologous fat transfer, is an advanced surgical procedure aimed at reshaping and restoring body volume using the patient’s own fat. This method is widely recognized for its safety and effectiveness, as it uses biological tissue from the patient’s own body, reducing the risks of rejection and allergic complications. Fat grafting is indicated for individuals who wish to correct areas with volume loss, improve body contours, or rejuvenate specific regions such as the face, breasts, buttocks, and hands.
After removing excess fat from areas like the abdomen, hips, or thighs, the plastic surgeon can transfer it to various regions of the body, promoting natural and personalized results.
See below where fat grafting can be applied:
Fat grafting to the breasts (breast augmentation)
Fat grafting to the buttocks (Brazilian Butt Lift)
Fat grafting to the face
Fat grafting to the hips
Fat grafting to the lips (lip augmentation)
Fat grafting to the cheeks
Fat grafting to the under-eye area
Furthermore, fat grafting is an excellent alternative for those looking to avoid the use of implants or synthetic materials, as it offers a biocompatible solution with a lower risk of complications. The procedure is performed under general anaesthesia and can be applied to different areas of the body, such as breast and buttock augmentation, facial filling, scar correction, and even hand rejuvenation. For these reasons, fat grafting is considered a versatile and innovative technique in modern plastic surgery, providing harmonious, natural results with a high rate of patient satisfaction.
After removing excess fat from areas like the abdomen, hips, or thighs, the plastic surgeon can transfer it to various regions of the body, promoting natural and personalized results.
The Procedure - How It Works
The fat grafting procedure may be performed under general anaesthesia and involves three main steps:
Fat removal – Small incisions are made in the skin, and a thin tube is used to suction small amounts of fat, in a process similar to liposuction. After removal, the incisions are closed with stitches.
Fat preparation – Special equipment is used to separate the collected fat from any blood and other fluids, ensuring that only healthy fat cells are used.
Fat injection – Small amounts of fat are injected into the area to be treated. Typically, no stitches are needed at this stage.
Thus, fat grafting allows for personalized body reshaping using a patient’s own natural resources, which contributes to safer and more natural results.
After removing excess fat from areas like the abdomen, hips, or thighs, the plastic surgeon can transfer it to various regions of the body, promoting natural and personalized results.
Recovery After Fat Grafting
After the procedure, it is important for the patient to arrange for someone to drive them home, as they will not be able to drive immediately. You can resume driving when you are comfortable and no longer feel discomfort. The treated areas will likely be quite swollen and bruised for a few weeks, which is expected and part of the recovery process. Therefore, it is recommended to take at least two weeks off from work or more strenuous activities. The final result of the fat grafting may take up to six months to fully manifest, as some of the injected fat may be reabsorbed by the body in the first few months following the procedure.
The Benefits of the Procedure
Fat grafting offers several benefits, making it an increasingly popular choice among patients and plastic surgeons. Firstly, using the patient’s own fat significantly reduces the risk of rejection and allergic reactions because the grafted material is fully biocompatible. Additionally, the procedure allows for personalized body shaping, promoting natural and harmonious results without the use of artificial implants.
Another important benefit is the ability to treat multiple areas in a single procedure, as fat removed from one region can be used to fill or augment others. This allows the patient to achieve more defined and proportional body contours, improving self-esteem and satisfaction with their own image. Fat grafting is also indicated for correcting scars, deformities, and asymmetries, as well as providing facial and hand rejuvenation by restoring volume lost with aging.
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FAQ - Fat Grafting
What is Fat Grafting?
Fat grafting is a surgical procedure that uses the patient’s own fat to fill, reshape, or augment areas of the body, such as the face, breasts, and buttocks.
How is the fat removed?
The fat is removed through liposuction, using thin cannulas and small incisions in areas like the abdomen, thighs, or hips.
Is the procedure safe?
Yes, because it uses the patient’s own tissue, reducing the risks of rejection and allergic complications.
Which areas can be treated with Fat Grafting?
The procedure can be performed on the face, breasts, buttocks, hands, lips, cheeks, hips, and even for scar correction.
How long do the results last?
The results are long-lasting, but some of the fat may be reabsorbed by the body in the first few months. The final result is generally permanent.
Is the recovery quick?
Recovery varies, but it generally involves swelling and bruising for a few weeks. The patient can return to light activities in a few days.
Does the procedure leave scars?
The scars are minimal because the incisions are small and discreet.
Who is a good candidate for Fat Grafting?
Healthy patients with enough fat for removal and realistic expectations are good candidates for the procedure.
Might more than one session be needed?
Yes, in cases involving larger areas or to achieve the desired volume, more than one session may be necessary.
What are the main benefits of Fat Grafting?
The main benefits include natural results, a low risk of rejection, the ability to treat multiple areas, and improved self-esteem.