Aesthetic services

Facial Fat Grafting

Surgical Rejuvenation procedure

Surgical Overview

Facial fat grafting is a procedure where we carefully harvest fat from areas like your abdomen or thighs and inject it into the face to restore volume lost with aging. It’s a long-lasting, natural-looking option that not only adds volume but can also improve skin quality over time.

About Facial Fat Grafting

Restore Youthful Volume

As we age, we lose some of the volume in our faces, which can lead to a hollowed or tired appearance. While fillers are a common solution to restore this lost volume, they do not provide a permanent fix. For those seeking a more lasting and natural solution, facial fat grafting is an excellent alternative. This procedure uses your own fat to restore volume in areas like the cheeks and around the eyes and mouth, offering long-lasting, rejuvenating results.

Why Consider Facial Fat Grafting?

Unlike fillers, this innovative procedure uses your own fat to restore volume, resulting in a nature and longer-lasting enhancement.

The Benefits:

  1. Natural Results: Uses your own fat for a more natural feel and appearance.

  2. Long-Lasting: Offers longer-lasting results compared to fillers.

  3. Dual Benefit: Fat removal from areas like the abdomen or thighs enhances overall body contour.

  4. Permanent Solution: Unlike fillers, fat grafting provides a more permanent and natural solution to volume loss.

What to Expect

  1. Consultation: We will discuss your goals and identify areas for fat harvesting and grafting. This procedure is ideal for patients looking for a natural and long-lasting alternative to fillers.

  2. Procedure: Liposuction is performed, most commonly from the abdomen or the thighs. The fat is processed in the operating room and then injected into the desired facial areas to restore volume, usually in the cheeks and around the eyes and mouth.

  3. Recovery: Recovery is about 2 weeks, with moderate swelling persisting for 4-6 weeks. Ice and elevation of the head after surgery help decrease swelling and bruising. It is recommended to avoid strenuous physical activity for 2 weeks after surgery. You will wear compression garments on the areas where liposuction was performed for a minimum of 4 weeks.

Why Choose Dr. Meredith Kugar?

We utilize the best fat grafting technology at Meridian Plastic Surgery to help with what is called the “take” of the fat graft, or how much fat survives after it is transferred to the face. This procedure requires a comprehensive understanding of facial anatomy and aging, and how fat can be artfully used to restore a youthful balance to the face. My approach is personalized to your unique facial structure and aesthetic goals.

  • Dr. Kugar is truly exceptional. Not only is she a talented surgeon, she is also a caring, thoughtful, and empathetic human.

    Katy R, Patient

  • She has the best bedside manner of any physician I have ever met and I have been in the medical field for over 26 years and have worked with a lot of surgeons.

    Susan L., Patient

  • Dr. Kugar isn't just a skilled surgeon, she's an amazing one! Her patience and willingness to explain everything put me at ease throughout the entire process. I never felt pressured, just incredibly well-informed. Her care and expertise truly went above and beyond. I can't recommend her enough!

    Tom T., Patient

  • I could not be happier with the result. This is why we trust the experts to do these kinds of things, and know how to make it look good!

    Krista D., Patient

  • Her attention to detail and genuine concern for my recovery have made all the difference.

    Jordan R., Patient

  • Dr. Kugar is a class act; she is truly a one of a kind gem combining professionalism, compassion, and empathy. She is charismatic and makes you feel so welcome and comfortable as if you’re sharing your insecurities with your bestie and not being judged for it.

    Lakyn B., Patient

  • Dr. Kugar helped me get my skincare back on track with her knowledge and expertise! Kindness, straightforward instruction and dedication to great results got me where I want to be and I would take her advice any day!

    Jamie, Patient

  • My experience with Dr. Kugar, MD has been one of the best patient-doctor interactions I’ve ever had.

    Hailee, Patient

Facial Fat Grafting FAQs

  • Recovery lasts about 2 weeks, with moderate swelling persisting for 4-6 weeks. Ice and elevation of the head after surgery help decrease swelling and bruising. It is recommended to avoid strenuous physical activity for 2 weeks after surgery.

  • The fat is harvested and injected through very small incisions that are hard to detect when they heal.

  • Older patients with a lot of excess facial skin may not be good candidates for this surgery. Even if additional volume in the form of fat is added, this will not help address the primary problem, which is related to excess skin.

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