Fat Transfer Autologous Plastic Surgery

Diepenbrock Facial Cosmetic Surgery in Fort Wayne, Indiana

Fat Transfer Surgery Procedure

The process of facial aging is a combination of loss of skin elasticity, facial bone loss, weakening of the supporting facial structures, and atrophy or wasting of facial fat.  In combination, these processes leave the face lacking fullness in aesthetic areas while making other areas appear loose and full.

Contemporary Cosmetic Surgeons have a keen eye to identify where things need to be lifted, tightened, and removed vs. which areas require more volume.  Taking fat from one area of your body and placing it somewhere else is known as autologous fat transfer (grafting).

Full cheeks, temples, and the areas surrounding the eyes are key to a natural and youthful appearance.  Fat transfer is a relatively quick and minimally invasive procedure that rejuvenates these and other areas to help establish a refreshing look.

VE1

Case 1

Many fillers are available to restore facial volume.  One advantage of fat transfer is its ability to be a much longer lasting and even a permanent filler.  Fat is taken from the abdomen or leg, separated and purified, and then transferred to areas of the face that have lost volume and/or shape.

VE2

Case 1

In this patient, fat was taken from the legs, purified, platelet rich plasma was added, and placed in the areas around the eyes and cheeks.  After one year, the results are evident.  The eye brows are elevated, the tear troughs and region under the eyes are fuller and more youthful.

VE3

Case 2

In addition to adding volume to the face, the transferred fat may also have the advantage of refreshing the skin.

Fat can be grafted as a solo procedure or as an adjunct technique with face lifts, eye lid and brow surgery, or any other procedure where volume is needed.

Fat Transfer Fort Wayne IN

Ask the Dr. a question, or schedule a Consultation Online Now!

Schedule Your Consultation Now

Customer Review
“Dr. Diepenbrock is the absolute best! He is honest, takes time to explain things thoroughly and answers any questions you have. I have gotten Botox, lip filler and tear trough filler and everything he has done on me is absolutely perfect!” Kari Comack