Expanded Fat Transfer FAQs
Dermal fillers are synthetic gels that eventually dissolve and require maintenance every 6–12 months. Fat transfer uses your own tissue, making it biocompatible and permanent once integrated. Unlike fillers, fat also contains regenerative stem cells that improve skin health.
The investment typically ranges from $3,500 to $8,000. The final price depends on the number of areas treated and whether it is performed as a standalone procedure or combined with other surgeries. Because the results are long-term, it is often more cost-effective than a decade of synthetic fillers.
Discomfort is usually mild. You may feel “tightness” or pressure in the face due to swelling and a sensation similar to a pulled muscle at the donor site. These are easily managed with standard pain medication.
Most patients achieve their desired results in one session. On average, 75–80% of the fat survives permanently. If significant volume is needed (such as after major weight loss), a second session may be scheduled to achieve optimal projection.
Yes. Transferred fat behaves like the fat in the rest of your body. If you gain or lose a significant amount of weight, the transferred fat cells will grow or shrink accordingly. We recommend staying within a stable weight range to maintain your results.
Absolutely. Fat grafting is frequently paired with a Facelift, Eyelid Surgery, or Skin Resurfacing to address both skin laxity and volume loss in a single recovery period.