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Restore your Natural Beauty
Fat Transfer at Cosmetic Surgery & Laser Center in Lexington, KY: Sculpts and restores volume to the face
Safe, Natural and Non-Allergenic / Minimal Downtime
Most common areas treated with Fat Transfer
Fat transfer is a safe, natural, non-allergenic procedure designed to recontour your face and improve areas that are creased and sunken. During a Fat Transfer procedure, a patient’s own fat is removed from body parts like the abdomen, thighs or hips and is reinjected into specific areas of the face or hands to restore volume. Common areas treated are the cheeks, naso-labial folds or hands.
If you're considering a treatment and are interested in learning how Fat Transfer can help you look younger, please schedule a free consultation by calling us at Cosmetic Surgery & Laser Center: 859-276-2556 or click here to contact us.
Commonly Asked Questions about Fat Transfer at Cosmetic Surgery & Laser Center in Lexington, KY.
What is Fat Transfer? Fat transfer, also called autologous fat transplantation or micro-lipoinjection, plumps up facial features or back of the hands with a patient’s own fat. Fat transfer is a safe, natural, non-allergenic procedure designed to recontour your face and improve areas that are creased and sunken.
How long does a Fat Transfer procedure last? Many patients see the results of a Fat Transfer procedure for years. Many times a large percentage of the transferred fat remains in place permanently.
Where can Fat Transfer be used? Fat Transfer can be used in many areas of the face to restore volume (i.e. sunken cheeks,). Fat Transfer can also correct aging of the hands and deformities resulting from surgery or trauma.
How long does the treatment take? Treatment time is dependent on the areas being treated and can take up to 2-3 hours.
How soon will I see results? After the initial swelling subsides (2-3 weeks), the results may be seen immediately.
Is a Fat Transfer procedure painful? Fat transfer is performed with local anesthesia.
What can I expect after the procedure? The treated areas will be swollen, bruised, sensitive to the touch and may feel hard for up to a few weeks. Patients are moving about immediately but may delay a return to work for up to a week until swelling minimizes. Exercise and heavy lifting are not recommended for up to a few days following the procedure.
How much does Fat Transfer cost at Cosmetic Surgery & Laser Center in Lexington, KY? Fat Transfer procedures are priced based upon the areas being treated.
How do I get started? Call Cosmetic Surgery & Laser Center to schedule your Fat Transfer appointment or for more information: 859-276-2556 or click here to contact us.
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