Most of us have ideas of what our ideal bodies look like. Yet many people feel that their bodies do not match this perfect image, which can create some self-esteem issues when your body goals seem out of reach. Whether you’re bothered by aging signs, want to increase particular curves, or wish to correct skin depressions, it can be challenging to feel comfortable in your body when these insecurities surface.
Fortunately, cosmetic procedures, such as fat grafting surgery, can provide transformative results. Dr. Allen Doezie performs fat grafting in Ladera Ranch, CA, to help patients restore confidence and achieve their aesthetic goals.
Schedule My ConsultationFor those looking to add volume and a fuller look to certain body regions, fat grafting can be an excellent option. Fat grafting, also called fat transfer, involves extracting fat from areas where it is unwanted and transferring it to hollow areas where more volume is desired. The procedure comprises three main steps: liposuction to remove the unwanted fat, processing and inserting the fat into syringes, and reinjecting the fat into the chosen body areas.
Some of the benefits of fat grafting may include:
You may be a good candidate for fat grafting surgery if you:
Schedule your consultation with Dr. Doezie to learn if fat grafting surgery is a good fit for you and your goals.
At Misson Plastic Surgery, fat grafting can transfer fat to a variety of regions. During your consultation, you’ll go over your medical history and discuss your aesthetic goals with Dr. Doezie, allowing him to help determine if you’re a candidate for the surgery and what options would best suit your needs.
Facial fat grafting is a great option for those dissatisfied with how aging signs have changed their face. Over time, as the natural aging process takes place, many people notice fine lines and wrinkles developing around the face. Additionally, collagen and elastin production slows as we age, causing skin to sag. Sagging skin, accompanied by loss of youthful facial fat, can contribute to hollow contours that make you look perpetually tired and possibly older than you really are.
Fat grafting can be used to transfer unwanted fat to the face to fill in lines and wrinkles, restoring a more youthful look. Patients who want to add volume to sunken-in features can also add fat to the face in areas such as the cheeks, under the eyes, chin, and lips.
Many women with naturally smaller breasts may desire a larger, more voluminous look to highlight their feminine curves. Fat grafting to the breasts may be used to enlarge the breasts and improve their shape without needing implants. However, fat transfer may be combined with breast implants for patients who want a more dramatic size change.
Some people may have indentations or other skin depressions in the buttocks, possibly caused by genetics or an injury. Fat transfer surgery can fill in these indentations, creating a smoother, fuller, and symmetrical appearance in the buttocks.
Before the procedure begins, you will be administered anesthesia to make you comfortable during surgery. Once this is done, Dr. Doezie will create small incisions around the “donor sites,” which are the selected areas of unwanted fat. Dr. Doezie will use a liposuction technique to extract the excess fat from the body, and then the fat will be purified and placed in syringes in preparation for the transfer. After the new transfer area (i.e., the face, breasts, or buttocks) is prepared, Dr. Doezie will inject the extracted fat into the chosen location. Once the fat has been transferred, the area may be wrapped in bandages.
Your fat grafting recovery will depend on the chosen treatment areas and the extent of your procedure. Many patients need to take around two weeks off work for their recovery. If you received facial fat grafting, your recovery period may be shorter than those who received a fat transfer breast augmentation or fat transfer to the buttocks. Swelling and bruising can be prevalent, especially in the first week of recovery. Dr. Doezie may instruct you to refrain from strenuous physical activity, and you may not be able to wear makeup for a few weeks if you’ve had facial fat grafting. It will take eight weeks to see how much of the fat survived in the new area it was grafted to.
It may take some time for your fat transfer results to be fully visible. Many patients are able to see their final results around six months after their procedure. Fat transfer results can be long-lasting, especially if a stable weight is maintained after surgery.
If you’re interested in fat grafting for the face, breasts, or buttocks, contact Mission Plastic Surgery today to learn your options. For those ready to begin their fat grafting journeys, scheduling a consultation with Dr. Doezie is the first step in learning if you’re a candidate for the procedure. To schedule your consultation or to learn more about fat grafting in Ladera Ranch, CA, call (949) 481-9850 or fill out our online contact form.
