Facial aging often leads to volume loss in key areas, such as the cheeks, temples, and under the eyes, resulting in a hollowed, tired appearance. While dermal fillers offer temporary volume restoration, fat grafting provides a natural, long-lasting alternative by using your own fat to restore youthful fullness and contour.
Toronto Facial Plastic Surgery specializes in facial fat grafting, offering patients a safe, effective, and long-lasting solution to restore facial harmony and definition.
How Does Fat Grafting Work?
Facial fat grafting is a minimally invasive procedure that involves three main steps:
1. Fat Harvesting – Small amounts of fat are removed from areas like the abdomen, thighs, or flanks using gentle liposuction.
2. Purification – The harvested fat is processed to ensure only the healthiest fat cells are used.
3. Injection & Sculpting – The purified fat is carefully injected into specific facial areas, restoring natural volume and contour.
Since the fat comes from your own body, the results look soft and natural and integrate seamlessly with your facial structure.
Why Choose Fat Grafting Over Fillers?
While dermal fillers provide immediate volume improvements, they gradually break down over 6 to 18 months, requiring regular touch-ups.
Facial fat grafting, on the other hand, offers longer-lasting results, with a significant portion of the transferred fat cells surviving permanently.
● Natural & Biocompatible – Uses your fat, eliminating risks of allergic reactions.
● Long-Lasting Results – Unlike fillers, fat grafting can last years with proper care.
● Improves Skin Quality – Fat contains stem cells that promote healthier, more youthful skin.
● Dual Benefit – Removes unwanted fat from donor areas while enhancing facial volume.
What Areas Can Be Treated with Facial Fat Grafting?
Facial fat grafting is ideal for restoring volume in areas such as:
● Cheeks – Adds fullness and lift for a youthful contour.
● Temples – Softens hollowing for a balanced look.
● Under-Eye Area – Reduces dark circles and hollows.
● Jawline & Chin – Enhances definition and symmetry.
● Nasolabial Folds – Softens deep smile lines.
What to Expect During Recovery
Since facial fat grafting involves liposuction and fat transfer, some swelling and bruising can be expected. Here’s a general timeline:
● First Few Days: Mild swelling and bruising at the donor and injection sites.
● Week 1-2: Most swelling subsides, and early results become visible.
● Month 1-3: The fat settles and integrates, revealing final results.
Since not all transferred fat survives, some touch-ups may be needed to refine the outcome.
However, once fully healed, the results can last years, unlike traditional fillers that require frequent maintenance.
Is Facial Fat Grafting Right for You?
If you want to:
● Restore natural facial volume with a long-lasting solution
● Reduce hollowed cheeks, under-eye circles, or fine lines
● Avoid frequent filler touch-ups
● Use a biocompatible, non-synthetic option
Then facial fat grafting may be the perfect solution for you! Toronto Facial Plastic Surgery offers expertly performed fat grafting procedures for natural, youthful results tailored to each patient.
A Natural, Long-Lasting Solution for Facial Contouring
Facial fat grafting is an excellent alternative to dermal fillers, offering natural, long-lasting results without the need for frequent maintenance. By using your body’s fat, this procedure restores lost volume while also improving skin texture and quality.
Toronto Facial Plastic Surgery helps patients achieve subtle, natural-looking facial rejuvenation with expert facial fat grafting techniques. Want to explore your options? Schedule your personalized consultation today.