Facial Fat Transfer
Revitalize Your Appearance Naturally
Loss of volume is a common sign of aging in the face. It can make the patient look older than they feel. By transferring fat cells from another area of the body to the face, fat transfer in NJ can achieve a more youthful look with increased vibrancy and suppleness. Read on to learn more about the facial fat transfer procedure.
What is Facial Fat Transfer?
Facial fat transfer, also called fat grafting, is among the most effective procedures for reversing the volume loss and hollowness that is common with age. The process involves harvesting fat cells from a donor region of the body, sterilizing them, and then injecting them into the cheeks, temples, and lips to achieve a more youthful, vibrant appearance.
What Areas Can Be Addressed Using Fat Transfer?
Fat transfer is effective for revitalizing:
- The cheeks and midface
- The temples
- The lips
- Marionette lines
- Nasolabial folds
- The areas around the eyes
What Are the Benefits of Fat Transfer?
Many patients prefer fat transfer to dermal fillers and facial implants, as the treatment provides natural changes that are long-lasting and sustainable over time. The Wise Center for Plastic Surgery offers cutting-edge Vectra 3-D imaging to help simulate what the face will look like after treatment. This helps patients to form realistic expectations for their outcome.
In addition, fat transfer offers the following benefits:
- Slims the donor regions
- Enhances youthfulness in the cheeks, temples, and lips
- Offers a natural-looking, elegant outcome
- Employs a minimally invasive approach
- Boosts self-confidence
- Makes long-lasting changes
- Is an excellent alternative to facial fillers and implants
Each treatment plan can be customized to meet the patient’s unique goals. Fat transfer can also be utilized in conjunction with any plastic surgery procedure to enhance and personalize the results.
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Who Makes a Good Candidate for Facial Fat Transfer?
In order to successfully undergo fat transfer in New Jersey, patients must have adequate fat to draw from in a donor region such as the hips, stomach, thighs, or flanks. In cases where there is not enough fat available, Dr. Wise will make his best recommendations for an alternative solution to age-related volume loss. As with every procedure, he will conduct a detailed consultation to ensure fat transfer will be safe for each individual patient.
What Does the Fat Transfer Process Entail?
Fat transfer is considered minimally invasive and typically takes 30-60 minutes to perform. The procedure usually takes place under sedation at the Wise Center for Plastic Surgery.
During your session, small incisions are created in the donor regions (usually the belly, thighs, hips, or flanks), and a small, slender tube called a cannula is used to suction out excess fat. These fat cells are then purified and sterilized before being injected strategically into areas of depletion in the face.
Why Choose Dr. Wise for Fat Transfer in New Jersey?
Dr. Wise is a trusted double-board-certified facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon who trained at among the most elite institutions in the nation, including at Yale, Cornell, and UPenn. With over 5,000 successful procedures completed, he is the natural choice for those in NJ seeking natural-looking changes and enhanced self-confidence.
Dr. Wise has in-depth knowledge of facial anatomy and its underlying structures, as he focuses exclusively on procedures related to the head, neck, and face. Dr. Wise is a clinical professor of facial plastic surgery at the prestigious New York University School of Medicine and is a fellow of the American College of Surgeons.
Take advantage of Dr. Wise’s expertise to reveal your most desired self at Wise Center for Plastic Surgery. Schedule a consultation today.
Recovery from Fat Transfer
FAQ
Answers to Common Questions
Are there other uses for fat transfer besides facial rejuvenation?
Yes. Fat can be transferred to the breasts or the buttocks to provide natural-looking curves. Many women enjoy this option for its ability to enhance confidence and create more choices in terms of clothing and swimwear.
Is fat transfer painful?
Dr. Wise is very responsible about managing discomfort and will provide the appropriate local anesthetic and sedation during treatment. Afterward, he will advise the best pain medications to keep you comfortable and stress-free. At every stage of your journey, you will receive outstanding support and follow-up.
Is facial fat transfer safe?
When performed by a qualified, board-certified plastic surgeon, facial fat transfer is generally safe. Risks include minor swelling, bruising, unevenness, and in rare cases, infection or fat necrosis.
How long do results from facial fat transfer last?
Some of the transferred fat is naturally reabsorbed by the body, but remaining fat typically provides long-lasting results that can last several years, with some patients experiencing permanent volume restoration.
Can facial fat transfer be combined with other procedures?
Yes, fat transfer is often combined with facelifts, eyelid surgery, or non-surgical treatments like laser resurfacing to achieve comprehensive facial rejuvenation.
How is facial fat transfer different from dermal fillers?
Unlike synthetic fillers, fat transfer uses the patient’s own tissue, which can provide more natural, longer-lasting results while also offering the benefit of body contouring from the donor site.