Facial fat grafting is good if you want to add natural-looking volume to specific areas of your face. A facial fat transfer can fill in wrinkles like laugh lines, Crow’s feet, and smile lines. Fat can also be used to improve the appearance of acne scars and sunken areas of your face. You can also add volume to your lips and cheeks for a more youthful appearance. Similar to the results of a dermal filler, like Juvéderm, a fat transfer is a good choice if you want your results to last for much longer. To be a good candidate for a facial fat grafting, you should have enough excess fat on your body to meet your goals.

Facial fat grafting is a two-part procedure that includes harvesting the fat and placement. Since such a small amount of fat is removed and grafted, Dr. Johnson typically uses local or twilight anesthesia. To begin, Dr. Johnson will perform liposuction to remove fat, which will probably come from your hips, flanks, or abdomen. Once the fat is harvested, it can be purified and then prepared for injection. Dr. Johnson will use different techniques and injection angles to ensure the highest immersion rate into your skin and to create smoothness. Based on your treatment plan, fat may be injected in your cheeks, lips, and/or under your eyes to add volume as well as to fill in fine lines, wrinkles, and facial pits.

After your facial fat transfer, your incisions will be closed and cleaned before you are sent to a recovery area. Dr. Johnson or a member of his team will apply dressings, compression garments, and monitor you until you can be safely sent home with a responsible adult. Before your surgery, Dr. Johnson will tell you what to expect during your recovery and how you can speed your healing. Follow-up appointments will need to be scheduled at PHX Plastic Surgery so Dr. Johnson can monitor your recovery and progress. Your recovery will vary based on how much fat was removed and transferred, but you should plan to take 1 – 2 weeks for your recovery. Initially, you may feel sore with bruising and swelling in the liposuction site(s) and your face. You may notice some improvements right away in your face, but it will take several weeks before you will be able to see your final results. A small amount of fat may be reabsorbed by your body, but with proper care, your results should last for many years.

Fat transfer procedures are a brilliant way to increase volume, smooth out lines, and accentuate your beautiful profile. If you dream about a younger, glowing appearance with little downtime, we encourage you to learn more about facial fat grafting at PHX Plastic Surgery, and how it can help you achieve your desired appearance. It is an exciting option for individuals wanting a natural enhancement and lasting results. Contact our office today to schedule your consultation with Dr. Johnson for this state-of-the-art procedure.