What is a Fat Transfer?
A large volume fat transfer uses fat from a problematic area of the body
(i.e. love handles) to restore volume to another area of the body.
One area is enhanced, and the other area is contoured, allowing patients to take back control of their appearance. Over time, a person’s body will change due to the effects of gravity, age, hormones and weight fluctuations in areas where it’s difficult to shed excess pounds, such as the buttocks, thighs and abdomen. Patients consider undergoing a large volume fat transfer for a number of reasons, including:
- Certain body areas that appear sunken in or creased
- Filling body depressions and rejuvenating them
- Improving overall body contour and diminishing the appearance of scars
- Achieving more permanent results than temporary fillers can provide
Instead of filling out body areas with dermal fillers that are only temporary, a fat transfer uses the patient’s own fat to make a change. This autologous fat reduces the chances of allergic reactions, simply by placing your own fat into a different section of the body. Fat transfers are also sought after for their natural appearance and long-lasting effects. To achieve rejuvenating results, the patient must first choose which area of their body they would like to focus on. Some of the most common areas include the face, breasts and buttocks. During a fat transfer Long Island patients will be placed under sedation or general anesthesia.
