Fat transfer offers a unique way to restore lost volume using something your body already has: your own fat. Once the transferred fat cells settle in and establish a healthy blood supply, they can remain in the treated area for years, creating natural-looking volume with long-lasting results.
At Smooth Solutions Medical Aesthetics in Williamsville, NY, board-certified family physician Jack G. Bertolino, MD, has served the Buffalo area since 2006, bringing experience in surgical training, regenerative medicine, and VASER Hi Def liposculpture.
How Does Fat Transfer Work?
Fat transfer uses your own tissue to restore or add volume to specific areas. The process typically involves:
- Fat removal: Dr. Bertolino removes unwanted fat from a donor area using liposuction.
- Fat preparation: The harvested fat is carefully processed and purified to prepare healthy fat cells for transfer.
- Fat placement: The prepared fat cells are strategically injected into the treatment area to create the desired volume.
- Fat integration: Surviving fat cells begin developing a new blood supply, allowing them to become living tissue in their new location.
Why Can Fat Transfer Last Longer Than Dermal Fillers?
Dermal fillers gradually break down in the body and often require maintenance treatments. Fat transfer can last longer because surviving fat cells develop a blood supply and remain in the treated area for years. About 60% to 80% of transferred fat may be retained, though results vary.
What Can Affect How Long Fat Transfer Results Last?
Several factors can influence how much transferred fat survives and how long your results last, including:
- Blood supply: Fat cells that successfully establish a healthy blood supply are more likely to survive long-term.
- Pressure on treated areas: Avoiding unnecessary pressure during early healing can help protect newly transferred fat cells.
- Weight fluctuations: Significant weight gain or loss can change the size of transferred fat cells and affect your results.
- Natural aging: Your body and contours will continue to change with age, which can gradually influence your results.
- Individual healing: Everyone heals differently, so the amount of fat retained can vary from person to person.
Learn If Fat Transfer Is Right for You With Smooth Solutions Medical Aesthetics
Interested in longer-lasting volume using your own fat? Schedule a consultation at Smooth Solutions Medical Aesthetics in Williamsville, NY, serving the greater Buffalo area.
Call 716-633-6100 to learn more about fat transfer and discuss your cosmetic goals with our team.
