Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery

Fat transplantation is one of the most popular plastic surgeries today. The procedure not only improves body shape and contour but also helps boost volume in areas such as the cheeks, lips, nose and breasts. Doctors will need to remove excess fat from donor sites such as the abdomen, upper arms or thighs. The fat is then centrifuged, purified and injected into another area of the body that is lacking in volume. Sunken faces can be filled using such technique to improve facial contours. Breasts can also be augmented to appear fuller. Some injected fat may be absorbed by the body and diminish the effects, so some patients may need to repeat the procedure after four to six months to achieve more lasting results.

There is minimal scarring and any bruising or swelling will generally subside within one to two weeks. A natural body shape is usually evident in three to four weeks. While complications are rare, side effects may include wound inflammation, fat lumpiness and asymmetry.