Facial Fat Transfer

Fat transfer, also known as fat grafting, is a minor procedure in which fat cells are harvested from an area with excess fat (such as the stomach or thighs) and transferred to another area, most commonly the face. The fat cells are removed with gentle liposuction and then purified and injected, acting as a natural filler.

The beauty of fat transfer – natural, soft, long-lasting filler.

If you are concerned about the loss of volume in the face associated with aging, you may be a candidate for facial fat transfer. If you are taking blood-thinning medications, you will need to come off them before the procedure. You must have a body area with excess fat to harvest, such as love handles, abdomen, thighs, or buttocks.

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Enhance your look, naturally.

Various facial areas can be enhanced with your own natural fat, including:

Lips
Vertical lip lines
Hollow temples
Tear troughs
Cheeks
Smile and frown lines
Marionette lines
Chin

Omaha Face: A clinic with a difference.

Dr. John Harbison is double board-certified and specialized facial plastic surgeon.
We offer the highest standards of patient health and safety in our AAAASF accredited, state-of-the-art surgical facility.
At Omaha Face, we care for our patients throughout the entire process, from soothing pre-surgery jitters to guidance during recovery.

What can I expect in a fat grafting procedure?

Facial fat transfer can be performed with either IV or general anesthesia, depending on your preference, the amount of fat needed, and the donor site. The procedure includes three basic steps:

Fat is harvested from the donor site using a cannula (thin tube) and gentle suction.
The harvested fat is purified to leave whole, undamaged fat cells.
The fat cells are injected into the treatment areas.

Is there any recovery after facial fat transfer?

The recovery after fat transfer is reasonably fast and involves little discomfort. You may experience some bruising and tenderness at the donor site. You can expect some swelling and puffiness in the face for two weeks postoperatively. There are two reasons for this: 1) there may be some swelling from the injection process itself; and 2) some degree of overcorrection is needed, as not all the injected fat survives – approximately one half will be resorbed by the body. Mild bruising can occur, as you could experience with dermal fillers.