Fat Injections

Fat injections, also referred to as fat transfer or fat grafting, is the surgical process by which fat is transferred from one area of the body to another area. The surgical goal is to improve or augment the area where the fat is injected. The technique involves extracting adipose fat by liposuction, processing the fat, and then reinjecting purified fat into the area needing improvement.

Common Areas of Fat Grafting

Face

• Restores youthful appearance by adding volume to hollowed out or wrinkled areas such as the area below the eye and the nasolabial folds
• Helps repair scars
• Adds volume to the cheeks to create the appearance of higher cheekbones
• Improves the texture and appearance of the skin

Breast

• Increases the breast size by one or two cup sizes
• Corrects breast asymmetry
• Repairs radiation tissue damage and can treat breast implant capsular contractures
• Helps correct scar deformities from lumpectomy or breast reconstruction

Hips

• Adds volume to achieve a more feminine profile and better waist-hip ratio

Buttocks

• Makes buttocks appear perkier
• Augments buttocks size (aka Brazilian butt lift)

Hands and Feet

• Reduces wrinkles and rejuvenates appearance
• Provides padding for bony feet

What can I expect with a fat injection consultation?

It is important for your consultation that you are prepared to discuss your medical history, which may include medical conditions, allergies, previous surgeries, and current medications. If you have diabetes, high blood pressure, or heart disease, this procedure may not be ideal for you. Our surgeon, Dr. Robert Taylor or Dr. Kasia Kania, will also examine a variety of factors for evaluation, including how much you currently weigh and whether you’re planning on losing or gaining more weight in the near future.

What can I expect during a fat injection procedure?

Fat injection procedures are performed in our fully accredited, state-of-the-art on-site surgery center in Fayetteville, Arkansas. During the operation, you will be closely monitored to ensure your safety. Before your procedure, you will be medicated with general anesthesia.

After surgery is complete, you will be further monitored for a few hours in a recovery area. You may experience some discomfort, but this is generally controlled with prescription pain medication. Our physician will give you specific aftercare instructions for recovery. In most cases, gluteal thigh lift patients are permitted to go home a few hours after surgery.