Fat Grafting: What To Know When Choosing Natural Fat Transfer

What are the risks of plastic surgery? Is it right for me? Are there less-invasive options? These are all commonly asked questions by patients looking to enhance their look before undergoing plastic surgery. While some patients believe plastic surgery is too invasive and fear “going under the knife”, there are many options that can cosmetically enhance your appearance with less downtime and less risks, yet still achieve beautiful results.

The goal of plastic surgery is always to look and feel natural. Today, plastic surgeons have taken advantage of the advancements of dermal fillers to create non-surgical results that can transform your look as stunningly as traditional plastic surgery. One method that has helped surgeons achieve these results is through fat grafting.   

Fat grafting is a less invasive option to traditional surgery but more permanent than cosmetic injectables. Depending on your targeted treatment area, you may smooth wrinkles, eliminate under eye bags, and add volume to breasts or buttocks.

How does fat grafting work?

During fat grafting, your plastic surgeon will extract your body’s very own, natural fat. Fat grafts are commonly taken from the love handles, flanks, stomach, or thighs using gentle liposuction to preserve the fat cells. There are many pros and cons to fat grafting, and your plastic surgeon should work with you to determine if fat grafting is a preferable treatment for you versus traditional cosmetic injectables and dermal fillers.

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What can fat grafting be used for?

Wrinkle Treatment: Fat grafting can smooth wrinkles by filling in deep to moderate creases. Fat grafting may also fill sunken or hollow areas for a younger, more natural-looking appearance.

Natural Breast Enhancement: When undergoing breast enhancement, patients have many different implant options to choose from. In some cases, you may choose to opt for natural breast enhancement which uses your own natural fat. Natural breast augmentation can correct breast asymmetry, add additional contouring, and also increase breast size. Learn more about fat grafting for breast augmentation.

Butt Augmentation: Fat transfer to the buttocks is a great way to produce natural-looking curves, correct symmetry and increase size.

Dr. Asaadi stresses that patients should seek a plastic surgeon who is experienced in advance liposuction methods for fat removal. Your plastic surgeon should be sophisticated in fat grafting techniques to help ensure maximum fat survival. While fat grafting is less invasive and reduces the risk of allergic reactions, some patients may be better suited for traditional cosmetic fillers. 

Dr. Asaadi and our staff welcome any questions you may have about fat grafting. Contact our New Jersey office at 973.731.7000, or you may request an appointment online today!

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