Fat Injections
Fat injections, also known as fat grafting or fat transfer, are a natural way to restore volume and enhance contours using your body’s own fat. At Plastic Surgery Northwest, our surgeons skillfully transfer purified fat from one area of the body—such as the abdomen or thighs—to areas like the face, hands, breasts, or buttocks. This procedure adds subtle, long-lasting volume while improving overall balance and rejuvenation, all with natural-looking results.
Our Approach
At Plastic Surgery Northwest, our board-certified plastic surgeons specialize in fat injections (fat grafting) to restore lost volume, enhance facial or body contours, and achieve natural, long-lasting results. Using advanced fat transfer techniques, we harvest fat from one area of the body and strategically inject it into areas that need volume or rejuvenation, such as the face, hands, breasts, or buttocks.
Who is a candidate?
- Individuals looking to restore lost volume in the face, hands, breasts, or buttocks
- Those seeking a natural alternative to synthetic fillers or implants
- Patients who have excess fat in areas like the abdomen, thighs, or flanks for harvesting
- Healthy individuals with realistic expectations for subtle, natural enhancement
Benefits of Fat Injections
- Uses your own fat, reducing the risk of allergic reactions
- Provides natural-looking volume enhancement for the face, hands, breasts, or buttocks
- Improves skin quality by enhancing collagen production
- Offers long-lasting results, as the transferred fat integrates with existing tissue
Treatment Options
Facial Fat Grafting
Restores volume to the cheeks, under-eye hollows, and lips for a youthful look.
Breast Fat Transfer
Enhances breast shape and size without implants.
Buttock Fat Transfer (BBL)
Creates a fuller, more contoured buttocks using your own fat.
Hand Rejuvenation
Restores lost volume and smooths out aging hands for a more youthful appearance.
Before & Afters
Common Questions & FAQs
How long do fat injection results last?
Fat injection results are generally long-lasting as the transferred fat integrates with the existing tissue. However, some of the injected fat may not survive. The longevity of the results can vary depending on individual factors and the treated area.
How much fat survives after transfer?
The survival rate of transferred fat varies between individuals and the techniques used. Typically, a significant portion of the injected fat will survive, leading to lasting volume enhancement. Surgeons often account for this by initially overcorrecting the treated area.
What areas of the body can be treated with fat grafting?
Fat grafting can be used to restore or enhance volume in various areas, including the face (cheeks, under-eyes, lips), breasts, buttocks, and hands.
What are the risks and expected recovery time?
Fat injections carry risks similar to other surgical procedures, such as infection, bleeding, swelling, and bruising. The recovery period typically involves mild swelling and bruising for 1-2 weeks, with most patients returning to normal activities within 7-10 days and full recovery in 4-6 weeks.
