Facial Fat Grafting

Restores youthful volume for
natural facial rejuvenation.

Restore Youthful Contours with Facial Fat Grafting

Facial fat grafting is a cutting-edge facial rejuvenation procedure that restores youthful fullness by using your own purified fat. Unlike temporary fillers, fat grafting targets the underlying causes of facial aging—bone and soft tissue atrophy—delivering long-lasting, natural-looking results. At Amaira Med Spa & Surgical, our expert surgical team, including Dr. Kornstein, offers this highly advanced technique to help patients look refreshed and years younger.

Using your own tissue, facial fat transfer rejuvenates your appearance by restoring volume and structure—especially in the midface, temples, lips, and under-eye areas. With minimal downtime and no visible scarring, this procedure is ideal for those seeking deep, lasting rejuvenation. To explore whether facial fat grafting is right for you, schedule a personal consultation today by calling (800) 835-5543 or filling out our online form.

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Disclaimer: Individual results vary. Images do not constitute a guarantee, promise, nor representation of any particular outcome or experience.

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About Facial Fat Grafting

Facial fat grafting, also called fat transfer to the face, is a transformative aesthetic procedure that addresses both the symptoms and causes of aging. As we age, we lose volume due to the natural breakdown of bone and soft tissue. This volume loss contributes to hollowed cheeks, deep wrinkles, sagging skin, and an overall tired appearance.

Fat grafting restores youthful facial volume by harvesting fat from one part of the body—usually the abdomen or thighs—purifying it, and carefully injecting it into key areas of the face to enhance shape, contour, and structure.

Consultation

At Amaira Med Spa & Surgical, we believe in truly personalized care. During your private consultation, our board-certified plastic surgeons will assess your facial anatomy, review your goals, and create a customized treatment plan. If appropriate, combination therapies such as Profound® RF or facial muscle rejuvenation may be discussed to further enhance your outcome.

How It Works

Harvesting & Purification

Fat is gently extracted through liposuction from a donor site on the body. It is then purified using specialized equipment to ensure only healthy fat cells are used for transfer.

Strategic Injection

Using fine cannulas, the purified fat is meticulously layered into precise areas of the face. This technique allows for natural contours and long-lasting results.

Integration

Once injected, the fat cells integrate with your own tissues, promoting long-term survival of the grafted fat and even helping slow the aging process.

Benefits of
Facial Fat Grafting

  • Natural, long-lasting volume enhancement
  • Improves facial symmetry and structure
  • Smooths deep lines, wrinkles, and folds
  • No risk of allergic reaction (uses your own tissue)
  • Minimal incisions and no visible scarring
  • Can be combined with other facial rejuvenation treatments like Morpheus8 RF
  • Often reduces reliance on fillers or neurotoxins like Botox®

Patients commonly report looking 5–10 years younger, with results that evolve beautifully over time.

Ideal Candidates

You may be a good candidate for facial fat grafting if you:

  • Desire a natural alternative to fillers or a non-surgical facelift
  • Are bothered by facial hollows, volume loss, or sagging
  • Are in good health and have realistic expectations
  • Have sufficient fat for harvesting (typically from thighs or abdomen)
  • Want long-term results without synthetic materials

Preparing for the Procedure

To ensure optimal results and safety, here are general pre-op guidelines:

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Stop smoking several weeks before and after the procedure to improve healing.

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Adjust medications like blood thinners as directed.

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Fill prescriptions in advance for post-op comfort.

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Arrange for transportation and help at home after surgery.

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Prepare a recovery space with extra pillows and essentials nearby

Recovery

Recovery is generally quick and straightforward:

  • Mild swelling and bruising in both donor and injection sites may occur for a few days.
  • Most patients return to work and normal activities within a week.
  • Results continue to improve over several weeks as swelling subsides and fat cells integrate.
  • Full results are visible after 3–6 months, with long-term retention of volume.

Frequent Questions

The procedure usually lasts 2 to 3 hours, depending on the areas treated.

Yes. A significant portion of the grafted fat survives long-term. Some resorption is natural, but most patients enjoy stable results for many years.

Initial improvement is noticeable after swelling subsides, but full results typically develop within 3 to 6 months.

Yes. Facial fat grafting is often combined with Morpheus8 RF, facial muscle rejuvenation, or a mini facelift for enhanced results.