Fat Transfer

What fat transfer is

Fat transfer has three steps. Fat is removed with liposuction, usually from the abdomen, flanks or thighs. It is cleaned and prepared. Then it is placed in small amounts into the area you want to enhance.

Because the fat is your own, there is no implant. You also get contouring in the area the fat came from.

Areas we treat

• Buttocks, often called a Brazilian butt lift or BBL
• Hips and hip dips
• Breasts, for a modest, natural-looking increase

Who it is for

• You have enough fat in another area to move.
• You want a natural-looking change. Fat transfer adds less volume than an implant.
• Your weight is stable.
• You are in good general health.

What to expect

Consultation

We look at where fat can come from, where you want it, and how much change is realistic. You leave with a written plan and price.

Procedure day

Fat removal and placement happen in the same session. We explain how the procedure is done and the anesthesia used before you decide.

Recovery

Two areas heal at once: where the fat was removed and where it was placed. You will get specific instructions for both, which can include compression and limits on sitting or sleeping positions for a period of time.

Results

Not all of the transferred fat survives. Part of it is absorbed by the body in the first months. The fat that remains after that is generally lasting, and we plan for this when deciding how much to place.

Transferred fat behaves like the rest of your fat. It changes if your weight changes.

Risks

Fat transfer is surgery. Risks include infection, lumps or firm areas, uneven results, loss of volume and, rarely, serious complications such as fat entering a blood vessel. Buttock fat transfer carries specific risks that we review with you in detail before you decide.