Fat transfer, also known as fat grafting, is a procedure that takes excess fat from one part of your body—like the abdomen, hips, or thighs—and carefully injects it into another area to enhance volume, restore youthfulness, and improve body contours.
This treatment is a natural and long-lasting alternative to synthetic fillers, offering personalized results that align with your aesthetic goals.
Am I a Candidate for Fat Transfer?
You may be a good candidate for fat transfer if you:
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Have lost volume in areas like the face, hands, breasts, or buttocks
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Are in good overall health and have realistic expectations
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Have enough fat in other body areas to harvest
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Want a natural alternative to dermal fillers or implants
During your consultation at American Medical Center, your surgeon will assess your health and determine the best donor and injection sites for your body and goals.
How Is Fat Transfer Performed?
Fat transfer is usually performed under local anesthesia, although general anesthesia may be used for larger volume procedures.
The steps include:
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Harvesting fat using gentle liposuction (typically from the abdomen, thighs, or buttocks)
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Purifying and processing the fat for safe re-injection
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Injecting the fat into the target area (face, hands, breasts, or buttocks)
The result: fuller, smoother, and more youthful-looking contours—without foreign materials.
Popular Areas for Fat Transfer
1. Buttocks (Brazilian Butt Lift)
Fat transfer to the buttocks enhances size, roundness, and projection, creating a lifted and curvier silhouette. This approach contributes to a more defined hourglass figure while using your body’s own natural fat.
2. Face
As we age, facial volume loss can cause a hollow or tired appearance. Fat grafting can restore volume in areas like the cheeks, nasolabial folds, under-eye area, and jawline, providing a youthful and refreshed look.
3. Hands
Fat transfer to the hands restores lost volume, reduces the appearance of veins and tendons, and smooths out the skin for younger-looking hands—an area often overlooked in aesthetic care.
Recovery After Fat Transfer
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Recovery is quick and minimally invasive
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Mild swelling, discomfort, or bruising may occur
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Most patients return to normal activities within 1–2 weeks
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Over-the-counter pain relief is typically sufficient
Your care team at American Medical Center will give you detailed, personalized post-op instructions based on your treatment area(s).
Expected Results
You can expect:
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Natural-looking volume and contour
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Long-lasting outcomes, especially in areas like the face
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Greater facial balance and improved body harmony
Fat transfer is more sustainable than many dermal fillers and tends to integrate well into the body, creating a result that feels and looks natural.