Autologous Fat Transfer Information
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The Condition(s) Autologous Fat Transfer Treats
Autologous fat transfer restores or enhances volume to the face or body by injecting the patient’s own fat into areas where volume is needed. Common uses of autologous fat transfer include breast augmentation, buttock augmentation, and restoring youthful fullness to the face.
Who Is a Good Candidate for Autologous Fat Transfer
Candidates include healthy men and women who want to add or restore volume in specific areas of the body using their own fat. Patients should have sufficient donor fat available and realistic expectations. Dr. Ali carefully evaluates anatomy and goals to ensure safe and effective treatment.
Uses of Autologous Fat Transfer
Autologous fat transfer is versatile:
– Breast augmentation: Provides natural enhancement without implants.
– Buttock augmentation: Adds volume and shape to the buttocks.
– Facial rejuvenation: Restores youthful fullness in cheeks, temples, and under the eyes. It provides natural, longer-lasting results compared to temporary dermal fillers, because living fat cells become a part of the patients face or body.
Results of autologous fat transfer are natural-looking, extremely long-lasting, and generally free of any reactions, side-effects or complications because they are ‘biocompatible,’ using the patient’s own fat.
The Procedure or Technique(s) Used by Dr. Ali for Autologous Fat Transfer
The procedure involves three steps:
1. Fat harvesting: Fat is removed with liposuction from donor sites such as the abdomen, flanks, or thighs.
2. Fat purification: The fat is processed and purified to isolate healthy, viable fat cells.
3. Fat injection: The purified fat is carefully injected into the breasts, buttocks, face, or other areas for enhancement. Dr. Ali’s artistry ensures smooth, natural contouring.
Does Autologous Fat Transfer Hurt – Anesthetic Used for Autologous Fat Transfer
Autologous fat transfer is performed under general anesthesia or local anesthesia with sedation, depending on the extent of fat transfer. Patients are kept comfortable throughout. After autologous fat transfer, soreness in both donor and recipient sites is managed with medication.
How Long Autologous Fat Transfer Takes
Autologous fat transfer typically takes 2 to 4 hours, depending on the volume of fat harvested and the size and number of areas treated.
How Long Recovery from Autologous Fat Transfer Takes
Recovery time is minimal after autologous fat transfer. It will vary depending upon the area where the fat is injected and what procedures are combined at the time. Driving resumes as long as prescription medication is not needed, and comfortable movement is possible. Gentle activities can typically begin immediately. Strenuous exercise and heavy lifting should be avoided for at least a few weeks, until cleared by Dr. Ali. Swelling subsides gradually, and the fat transfer results will stabilize over the next several weeks and months as the transferred fat establishes a blood supply.
Will There Be Scarring After Autologous Fat Transfer
Liposuction incisions used for fat harvesting are tiny and discreet. Injections for fat transfer leave little to no visible scars. Dr. Ali places incisions strategically for the most inconspicuous results.
Cost of Autologous Fat Transfer
Each patient’s autologous fat transfer needs are unique – depending upon the amount of fat transferred, donor sites, and treatment areas. Therefore, the cost of autologous fat transfer will vary. During consultation, Dr. Ali will recommend the best autologous fat transfer plan and provide exact cost. Financing options are available.
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