- What Is Facial Fat Grafting?
- How Is Facial Fat Grafting Performed?
- What to Expect After Facial Fat Grafting
- What Are the Benefits of Facial Fat Grafting?
- Northwestern Specialists in Plastic Surgery Reviews
- Is Facial Fat Grafting Right for Me?
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What Is Facial Fat Grafting?
While dermal fillers are a great option for restoring volume, they aren't the only choice we offer for facial enhancement at Northwestern Specialists in Plastic Surgery. Another popular solution we perform is facial fat grafting (or fat transfer), an innovative procedure that uses fat harvested from your body to minimize signs of aging and bring back some youthful plumpness to your features. With facial fat grafting, you can take years off of your face and remove unwanted fat in one convenient procedure. To learn more about how facial fat grafting can give you naturally fuller features, schedule a consultation at our plastic surgery practice in Chicago, IL today.
How Is Facial Fat Grafting Performed?
Facial fat transfer is a process involving two steps. First, our providers will remove stubborn fat from your flanks, hips, abdomen, or other parts of your body using liposuction. This will be done with twilight or local anesthesia for your safety and comfort. After removing the fat, we'll purify it before gently injecting it into targeted areas around your face to achieve your desired results. Popular targets for facial fat transfer include the cheeks, lips, and under the eyes. During your consultation, we'll determine if you're a candidate for facial fat grafting and discuss which areas of your face may benefit from this treatment at our Chicago, IL office.
What to Expect After Facial Fat Grafting
After your fat transfer, your liposuction incisions will be closed before you're sent to a recovery area. Dr. Schierle or a member of His team will apply dressings and compression garments and watch you until you are able to be taken home by a family member or friend. Before your procedure, Dr. Schierle will let you know what will happen after the procedure and ways you can speed up your healing. Follow-up appointments will need to be made at Northwestern Specialists in Plastic Surgery so Dr. Schierle can monitor your recovery and progress. Your recovery will vary based on how much fat is taken and transferred, but you need to plan to take 1 – 2 weeks for your recovery. Right away, you might feel uncomfortable with swelling and bruising at the liposuction site(s) along with your face. You might see some improvements right away in your face; however, it is going to take several weeks until you'll be able to see your final outcomes. A little bit of fat may be reabsorbed, but with good care, your results should last for several years.
What Are the Benefits of Facial Fat Grafting?
Dermal filler injections are among the most in-demand aesthetic treatments on the market. Facial fat grafting at Northwestern Specialists in Plastic Surgery offers a natural alternative to synthetic dermal fillers with benefits that include:
- Delivers quick results
- Tightens and plumps skin
- Long-lasting outcomes
- Reduces the chance of allergic reactions
- Diminishes the appearance of scars
- Reduces fine lines and wrinkles
- Enhances the lips, cheeks, and other areas
- Little to no downtime
- Removes excess fat from problem areas
Northwestern Specialists in Plastic Surgery Reviews
Dr. Fine, his team, and all the staff at NSPS are just the best! Having to go thru a crap situation (mastectomy) I trust his process and feel at ease at every appointment/procedure. I am so thankful to be going through this with them and highly recommend. I will actually miss going to NSPS when the reconstruction process is fully complete.
I went to Dr. Schierle to address my gynecomastia - which had been a lifelong issue that suddenly gone from being a purely cosmetic flaw to a much bigger overall health issue for me over the course of a year or so. The first green flag for me was this office was the first plastic surgery practice that was willing to listen to my concerns and try billing my insurance for the surgery (coverage for the procedure was approved).Dr. Schierle himself made the entire process as positive as possible. I felt that he truly listened to me, asked thoughtful questions about my goals for the surgery, was frank and open about every aspect of my procedure and what I could realistically expect, and never once made me feel judged or uncomfortable.The team and office staff have been incredible to work with. I’ve always been able to reach someone if I had a question or concern during recovery. I never have a problem getting into the office when I’ve needed to.I knew that I had made the best decision in choosing a surgeon during my second post-surgery checkup, when Dr. Schierle recommended I hold off on any scar revision treatments for at least a year. To me, this just demonstrated further that he is actually invested in his patients’ success and not just out to milk people for as much money as he can.I’m really grateful to Dr. Schierle and his team for making what was an incredibly stressful and scary ordeal into a much more manageable process. Can’t recommend them enough.
I will continually recommend and refer my friends and family to Northwestern Plastics. I underwent a breast augmentation yesterday and feel great! My pre-operative experience was nothing but detailed, understood, and all my concerns and questions were answered by Dr. Moradian and his amazing PA, Monika. I will speak highly of the faculty because you are always warmly greeted by the front desk and Kendall makes your logistical arrangements seamless!During the day of my procedure, I felt ZERO anxiety and the experience was very pleasant and passionate from all the nurses and the anesthesiologist. Prior to going into the OR, Dr. Moradian came into the room to greet me and mark me up - this was indicative of how passionate he was because he asked me if I had any last minute questions and concerns. Another small but impactful statement he said was “I’ve studied your aesthetic wants/inspirational pictures of what you would want and know exactly what to do”. This shows me compassion, the drive to make me feel heard, to how much thought and detail he has put into this artistry.Overall, I am extremely happy and when I am healed - I will update my pictures! I am excited for my recovery journey. They are perfect already.
I had chin lipo done by Dr. Simon and had the BEST experience. I’ve wanted to do this my whole life and finally made the choice because of how comfortable I felt going into the process. During the surgery it was painless and we were actually cracking jokes and laughing the whole time with Monica who is also WONDERFUL. Don’t get me wrong it’s not the most comfortable thing in the world but there was no pain at any point. My recovery has gone super well and In just 3-4 days you can live your life totally normal. I already have friends who have seen my results that are going to Dr. Simon now.
I completely recommend this location & Dr. Simon Moradian. The entire staff was extremely welcoming, friendly, and informative. Dr Simon listened to all my questions & concerns, he gave his recommendation while still listening to what I wanted done. I am very pleased with my surgery, and the results are better than I thought they would be! 100% recommend and will be coming back if I ever want anything more.
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Is Facial Fat Grafting Right for Me?
Facial fat grafting is good if you want to add volume that looks natural to specific areas of your face. A facial fat transfer can fill in wrinkles such as laugh lines, smile lines, and Crow's feet. Fat can also be used to minimize the visibility of pitted areas and scars. You can also add volume to your lips and cheeks for a more youthful appearance. With results similar to those of an injectable wrinkle filler, such as Restylane® or JUVÉDERM®, a fat transfer is a great option if you want your results to last for much longer. To be a good candidate for facial fat grafting, you should have enough excess fat on your body to fulfill your goals.
Naturally Fuller Features
Facial fat grafting is an incredible way to add volume, smooth out lines, and enhance your face's natural beauty. If you desire a more youthful, bright appearance with a short recovery, we invite you to find out more about fat transfer at Northwestern Specialists in Plastic Surgery and how it can help you achieve your desired appearance. It's a good choice for those who want natural enhancement and long-lasting results. Call our Chicago, IL practice today to set up your appointment with our friendly providers.
