Fat Grafting is a procedure wherein fat cells are
extracted from the body (usually stomach area) and re-inserted into
the face -- nasolabial folds (mouth to nose folds), undereyes, cheeks,
chin, temples, etc. It is expected that some of the fat inserted
will be re-absorbed into the body, while the rest remains permanent.
Read more about facial fat grafting in Los Angeles in our Ask the
Experts section. This procedure can be done in an operating room with general anesthesia, or, in some cases may be done in-office using local anesthetic.
Typical Recovery Time: This procedure is not incredibly
invasive but does create a moderate amount of swelling afterwards.
Everyone reacts differently, with most of the swelling subsiding
in a week or so, and "final results' in 1-2 months.Most of our Los Angeles and Beverly Hills facial fat grafting patients feel comfortable returning to work in one week or so. Patients
should really consider smoking cessation as it significantly decreases
the amount of fat that will remain permanent.
Above (2 sets): Dr. Svehlak. This Los Angeles / Beverly Hills facial fat grafting patient had fat transferred to the cheeks and under eyes.
Above Set: Dr. Svehlak. This Los Angeles facial fat grafting patient came into the office for a lower eye blepharoplasty originally, but was able to achieve the less "tired" look she desired with just fat grafting under the eyes in the tear trough area, which required less money and a shorter recovery time.
Above
(2 sets): Dr. Svehlak. Fat grafting under eyes to remove tired look.
Above
(2 sets): Dr. Svehlak. Fat grafting was performed to enhance the cheek area
resulting in a very natural enhancement.
Above
(2 sets): Dr. Svehlak: Facial fat grafting.
Above
set: Dr. Yamini. Chin implant, buccal lipectomy and facial fat grafting.
Before & After photographs
shown on this site are patients of Dr. Svehlak's or Dr. Yamini's
who have given permission to have their photos published. They are
for illustrative purposes only. Individual results vary. Reputable
surgeons do not guarantee outcomes and no prediction of outcome
is implied. Individual healing characteristics and unexpected complications
can affect the outcome of any surgery.