What is Fat Transfer?
Fat transfer, also known as fat grafting or lipofilling, is a cosmetic procedure that involves removing fat from one area of the body through liposuction and injecting it into another area to add volume and improve contours. This technique is commonly used for facial rejuvenation, breast augmentation, and buttock enhancement.
How Does Fat Transfer Work?
The fat transfer procedure involves three main steps:
- Harvesting: Fat is gently removed from a donor area (such as the abdomen, thighs, or flanks) using liposuction techniques.
- Processing: The harvested fat is purified to remove excess fluids and damaged cells, leaving only healthy fat cells for transfer.
- Injection: The processed fat is carefully injected into the target area in small amounts to ensure optimal blood supply and survival of the fat cells.
The procedure is typically performed under general anesthesia and takes 2-4 hours depending on the areas being treated.
The Ideal Candidate
Candidates for fat transfer typically include:
- Individuals with sufficient fat deposits in donor areas
- Those seeking natural-looking volume enhancement
- People wanting to address age-related volume loss in the face
- Individuals desiring modest breast or buttock augmentation without implants
- Healthy individuals without medical conditions that might impair healing
- Non-smokers
- Individuals with realistic expectations
During your consultation, Dr. Maresky will assess whether fat transfer is appropriate for your specific concerns and medical history.
Recovery
Recovery from fat transfer typically involves:
- Temporary swelling and bruising in both the donor and recipient areas
- Compression garments to minimize swelling
- Limited activity for 1-2 weeks
- Return to normal activities within 2-4 weeks
- Full recovery and final results visible after 3-6 months
Dr. Maresky will provide detailed post-operative care instructions and follow-up appointments to monitor your healing progress.
Results and Benefits
Fat transfer can provide:
- Natural-looking volume enhancement
- Improved body contours
- Reduction of fat in unwanted areas
- Long-lasting results with proper weight maintenance
While some of the transferred fat may be reabsorbed by the body, the remaining fat cells can provide a permanent improvement in volume and shape.
Before and After
Below you can see the results of a fat transfer procedure performed by Dr. Maresky. The before and after images demonstrate the significant improvement in volume and contour, resulting in a more youthful and balanced appearance.
Before and After
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Why Choose Dr. Maresky for Your Fat Transfer?
Dr. Gideon Maresky combines his expertise in liposuction and fat grafting techniques to achieve natural-looking results with minimal scarring. He understands that each patient's body is unique, and he customizes each fat transfer procedure to achieve your desired aesthetic goals while maintaining your individual proportions.
During your consultation, Dr. Maresky will take the time to understand your goals and expectations, explain the procedure in detail, and help you make an informed decision about your fat transfer surgery.
