Facial fat grafting, commonly known as “fat transfer,” is a safe and effective way to add volume to areas of the face that have become sunken or creased due to trauma, environmental factors, and the aging process. Typically used as an alternative to dermal fillers or facial plastic surgery, fat grafting offers a reliable and long-lasting solution for several common aesthetic concerns.
If you are curious to learn what facial fat grafting in San Luis Obispo County may be able to do for you, please call Charles Chalekson, MD INC to schedule your initial consultation at our office today.
The fat transfer process begins with the removal of excess fat from an area of the body with some to spare. Using liposuction, Dr. Chalekson may collect these fat cells from areas of the body that are typically very hard to sculpt, such as the abdomen, thighs, hips, and flanks.
Once collected, the donor fat is processed and purified in preparation for injection into the face. The fully prepared fat injections are then placed into specifically targeted areas of skin, helping to address signs of aging and other imperfections, and restore a smooth and youthful appearance.
Fat transfer to the face can help to produce ideal contours while addressing common skin concerns including:
Facial fat grafting in San Luis Obispo County uses your body’s fat to restore a firm and voluminous appearance to the skin, but it may require more than one session for optimal results. Unlike dermal fillers, fat can be reabsorbed by your body, reducing its presence in the treatment area. However, once results have been obtained, they can last for decades.
If you are unhappy with the way aging and other factors have impacted your skin, you may be a good candidate for non-surgical facial rejuvenation. Fat grafting addresses skin laxity, hollowness, and folds, making it ideal for people looking to correct these specific concerns. The best way to learn if a facial fat transfer can help with your needs is through a private and confidential consultation at our office.
Fat grafting involves liposuction, which requires a donor site with fat to spare. In addition, good candidates for liposuction need to be:
During your initial consultation, Dr. Chalekson will evaluate your frame, listen to your concerns, review your medical history, and help you determine if facial fat grafting in San Luis Obispo County is the right fit for your needs.
Recovery from liposuctions can take up to eight weeks. During the first few weeks, swelling, bruising, and slight discomfort are common. These can be dealt with by keeping incisions dry and clean, using your compression garment, and carefully following all of the instructions provided by our office.
It may take two weeks before you feel comfortable engaging in mild exercises, though walking should be resumed within one to two days. More progressive exercises and demanding tasks will need to wait until you have healed. We will help you determine when it is safe to resume all normal activities during your follow-up visits.
For fat transfer treatment areas on the face, our San Luis Obispo County patients may experience injection-site redness, some swelling and bruising, and mild discomfort. These things should subside on their own, faster when you are dutiful in following pre and postoperative instructions.
We will remain available throughout your entire recovery period to help ensure your comfort.
Some results from facial fat grafting techniques in San Luis Obispo County will be immediately noticeable. These will continue to improve as the days and weeks progress. If desired results are not obtained within the first month, additional treatments may be needed. This is dependent on factors unique to you and your body, and can best be determined during your initial consultation with Dr. Chalekson.
To find out more about facial fat grafting in San Luis Obispo County, please contact us today. Dr. Chalekson is a board-certified plastic surgeon serving Templeton, Paso Robles, Morro Bay, and all surrounding areas of California.
