Facial Fat Grafting: A Natural Approach to Rejuvenation and Contouring
Facial fat grafting has become one of the most versatile and effective procedures in modern aesthetic surgery. By using your own natural fat, this treatment restores youthful volume, improves facial contours, and enhances harmony in a way that fillers or implants alone cannot always achieve. At Saman Facial Plastic Surgery, Dr. Masoud Saman offers facial fat grafting as a standalone procedure or in combination with advanced surgeries like rhinoplasty, revision rhinoplasty, and facelift surgery.
What Is Facial Fat Grafting?
Facial fat grafting, also known as fat transfer or fat injection, is a minimally invasive technique that uses your own fat to restore volume and improve facial aesthetics. Fat is carefully harvested from another part of the body—usually the abdomen, flanks, or thighs—processed to its purest form, and then precisely injected into targeted areas of the face.
Unlike synthetic fillers, fat grafting is natural, long-lasting, and biocompatible. It not only restores volume but also improves skin quality due to the regenerative properties of the transferred fat cells.
Why Patients Choose Facial Fat Grafting
Volume loss is one of the earliest and most noticeable signs of facial aging. Hollow temples, sunken cheeks, thinning lips, and dark under-eye circles often make a face look tired or aged, even if the skin is smooth. Fat grafting addresses these issues by replenishing volume where it has been lost and creating a balanced, youthful contour.
Key Benefits of Facial Fat Grafting:
Natural results with your own fat rather than synthetic fillers
Long-term improvement compared to temporary injectables
Versatility to treat multiple areas of the face in one procedure
Improved skin quality from regenerative stem cells found in fat
Areas Commonly Treated with Fat Grafting
Dr. Saman tailors each treatment to the unique needs of the patient. Common treatment areas include:
Under-eye hollows and dark circles: Fat grafting softens the tear trough and brightens the eyes.
Cheeks and midface: Restores youthful contour and lift.
Jawline contouring: Enhances definition and creates balance.
Chin augmentation: Provides projection and harmony without implants.
Forehead contouring: Smooths depressions and creates a softer, more even look.
Lips and perioral region: Subtle enhancement for natural fullness.
Fat Grafting in Combination with Other Procedures
Fat grafting is often most powerful when combined with other facial surgeries. At Saman Facial Plastic Surgery, Dr. Saman frequently performs fat transfer alongside:
Rhinoplasty: Restoring volume can refine overall harmony while nasal structure is corrected.
Revision Rhinoplasty: Fat grafting supports refinement and balance after corrective nasal surgery.
Facelift Surgery: Deep plane facelifts restore structural support, while fat grafting adds youthful fullness.
Jawline and Chin Surgery: Fat transfer enhances contour and symmetry for a sculpted appearance.
This comprehensive approach allows for balanced, natural outcomes rather than a “done” or over-operated look.
The Procedure and Recovery
Facial fat grafting is typically performed in a state-of-the-art accredited surgical suite under local anesthesia with sedation or general anesthesia, depending on the extent of the procedure. Fat is harvested through gentle liposuction, processed using advanced purification techniques, and meticulously injected into facial areas requiring rejuvenation.
Recovery is generally quick. Patients may experience mild swelling or bruising for one to two weeks, but discomfort is minimal. Because the fat comes from your own body, the risk of allergic reaction or rejection is extremely low.
Who Is a Good Candidate?
You may be an ideal candidate for facial fat grafting if you:
Have facial volume loss, hollowing, or deep folds
Experience dark under-eye circles or sunken cheeks
Want a natural and long-lasting alternative to fillers
Desire to combine facial fat grafting with procedures like rhinoplasty or facelift surgery
A consultation with Dr. Saman will help determine whether this treatment aligns with your goals.
Why Choose Dr. Masoud Saman for Facial Fat Grafting?
Dr. Masoud Saman is a double board-certified facial plastic surgeon in New York City, known for his meticulous technique, artistry, and natural results. With international training and expertise in both cosmetic and reconstructive surgery, Dr. Saman blends precision and artistry to restore youthful volume while maintaining your unique facial identity.
By performing facial fat grafting within his fully accredited surgical suite, he ensures the highest standards of safety, quality, and comfort. Every detail, from advanced harvesting techniques to postoperative protocols, is designed to optimize results and patient experience.
Schedule a Consultation
Facial fat grafting is a powerful tool to rejuvenate and enhance your facial features. Whether performed alone or in combination with rhinoplasty, revision rhinoplasty, or facelift surgery, it delivers long-lasting, natural results.
To learn more or to see if you are a candidate, schedule your consultation with Dr. Masoud Saman today.
