Fat Transfer in Salt Lake City

Many patients find themselves wishing that some part of their body looked a bit ‘fuller.’ Whether it’s their breasts, butt, or areas of the face, a lack of volume can make us feel self conscious. 22 Plastic Surgery allows patients to achieve enhancements in various areas of their bodies using their own fat, leaving them with natural-looking results.

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What are fat transfers?

Fat transfers, also known as fat grafts, are a procedure that involves harvesting fat from one area of the body and injecting it into another area. The most common treatment areas for fat transfers:

Butt
Breasts
Face

The most common donor sites are the neck, abdomen, thighs, flanks, hips, back, and upper arms.

The fat is collected by way of liposuction. Once the fat is harvested, it is purified and prepared to be injected into the targeted areas. The practitioner is then able to shape and mold the area to the patient’s liking, giving them the look they’ve always wanted to have.

Benefits of Fat Transfers

Since the inception of plastic surgery, various methods have been used to address these issues. While implants have been the go-to method for these issues, some patients may feel apprehensive about inserting something foreign into their bodies.

Here are some of the main benefits:

Wrinkles are filled
Increased definition & improving contours
Improving skin texture
Some changes are permanent
Less risk of reactions or complications
Two problems can be addressed at once

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If you would like to learn more about how fat transfer can transform your image, request a consultation online or call our office at (801) 937-9650. Our board-certified plastic surgeons, Dr Moores & Dr. Reuben, are eager to meet you and help you on your aesthetic journey.

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Wrinkles are filled in

Fat transfers are able to restore lost volume in various areas of the body. The cheeks may have a sunken-in look or lines may develop that run from the nose to the mouth. Fat grafts can improve the appearance of these areas.

Improved Contours

One of the most popular uses for fat transfers is to enhance or improve definition in certain areas of the body. The most common areas of treatment for this are the breasts and buttocks. However, fat grafts can also be used to improve the appearance of the calves and arms.

Improve skin texture

Another big advantage of fat transfers is that the skin that overlies the treatment area sees an improvement in texture. Patients walk away with skin that looks fuller and smoother.

What Our Clients Think

Dr. Reuben did an amazing surgery. My breast lift and augmentation turned out just as I had hoped and the incisions are healing well, only 30 days out, and look great. The entire staff are amazing! – Julie C

Dr. Moores is the absolute best! He is extremely knowledgeable and makes you feel super comfortable with whatever procedure you are getting done. I am so happy with my results and I will definitely be a returning client! Thanks so much. – Nicole C.

Dr. Reuben was so welcoming and genuine throughout every interaction. He is such an artist and did a phenomenal breast augmentation. His staff is outstanding and put my mind at ease. I felt like a was visiting a peaceful spa the day of surgery. For the first time in my life, after having three children and thinking of only their needs, I finally put myself first and am so happy I did. – Shannon C.

Dr. Moores is an amazingly skilled and down to earth surgeon! The entire process from the consult to the surgery to every follow up appointment thereafter has been great. Highly recommend him as a plastic surgeon! – Tiffany D.

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Fat Transfer
Frequently Asked Questions

Who is a candidate for fat transfers?

Most adults are good candidates for a fat transfer in Salt Lake City at 22 Plastic Surgery. It is an ideal option for patients who want to see enhancements in certain areas of their body but are not comfortable with having implants put inside their bodies.

Good candidates for this procedure:

Have enough excess body fat in other regions of the body that can be extracted
Have realistic expectations for the results of the treatment
Are not currently receiving any intensive medical treatments
Are at least 18 years of age or older
Are of sound body and mind
Are not currently nursing or pregnant

What does the fat transfer procedure entail?

All fat transfer procedures involve liposuction and reinjection into the targeted area. Before anything else, a comprehensive consultation is needed to determine what areas of the body fat can be harvested from. Once these have been established, the procedure commences with liposuction.

Incisions are made in the donor sites, and cannulas (tube) are placed into them to harvest the fat (by way of suction). This collected fat is then purified and prepared for reinjection into the targeted areas. The procedure can last anywhere from 4 to 5 hours.

What is the recovery process like?

Following the procedure, swelling and bruising are totally normal and to be expected. These newly-transferred cells are incredibly fragile and any additional injury can lead to fat cell death. This essentially means that the fat will be absorbed by the body rather than staying in place. Patients will have check-ins with the doctor in the following days and after a few weeks.

After a few weeks, patients will be able to slowly incorporate some activities from their daily routines. As the swelling resolves, some perceived volume in the treated area will be lost. By the six month-mark patients will see the final results of the procedure.

What are the risks associated with fat transfers?

Some risks that are often associated with fat transfer procedures include:

Calcification
Fat embolism
Fat necrosis
Oil cysts
Loss of volume

What is the survival rate for transplanted fat cells?

Despite meticulous techniques, around 50-60% of the fat cells transferred will remain viable. For some, these numbers may be slightly higher or lower.

The reason why some fat cells do not survive is that they are disconnected from their blood supply and then reconnected in the recipient area during the procedure. Your provider will compensate for this pattern by delivering an excess of donor fat to the area you wish to enhance.

The fat cells that remain will continue to thrive long-term. Patients can also undergo additional fat grafting sessions to achieve the appearance they desire.

Is there an ideal age to undergo fat transfers?

Younger patients in their 30s and 40s may appear more refreshed and enhanced after fat transfer, which can help to create youthful-looking curves and offset facial volume loss.

Older patients in their 50s and 60s can benefit from combining fat transfer with surgical procedures, such as a facelift or neck lift for comprehensive anti-aging results.

How many sessions are required to achieve the desired results?

For facial fat transfer, a single session is typically enough to accomplish the patient’s intended results.

For treating larger areas of the physique, such as the breasts or buttocks, 2-4 fat grafting sessions may be sufficient to create the desired changes, spaced out around 3 months apart.

What are fat transfers?