Ageing of the face is not just about wrinkles. The most important change that happens with time is loss of facial volume. The youthful face is full, smooth, and well-contoured. As we age, fat reduces from key areas, skin becomes thinner, and the face looks tired or hollow.

One of the most natural and long-lasting solutions for facial ageing is facial fat grafting in thrissur, also called autologous fat transfer.

What Is Facial Fat Grafting?

Facial fat grafting is a procedure where your own body fat is harvested from areas like the abdomen or thighs, processed, and carefully injected into areas of volume loss in the face.

Since it uses your own tissue, it is:

Natural
Biocompatible
Long-lasting
Safe when done properly

Unlike synthetic fillers, fat grafting provides both volume restoration and skin quality improvement.

Why Does the Face Look Aged?

Facial ageing happens due to three main factors:

Loss of volume (fat loss)
Skin laxity
Descent of facial tissues due to gravity

Common age-related changes include:

Hollow cheeks
Sunken under-eye area (tear trough deformity)
Deep nasolabial folds
Prominent marionette lines
Thin lips
Loss of jawline definition
Temporal hollowing

These changes make a person look tired, stressed, or older than their actual age.

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How the Procedure Is Done

1. Fat Harvesting

Fat is gently removed using liposuction from areas such as:

Abdomen
Flanks
Thighs

2. Processing

The fat is purified to remove excess fluid and damaged cells.

3. Micro Fat Injection

Using fine cannulas, the fat is injected in small quantities into:

Cheeks
Under-eye area
Temples
Nasolabial folds
Lips
Jawline

The technique and layering are extremely important for natural results.

Benefits of Facial Fat Grafting

✔ Restores youthful fullness
✔ Improves skin texture and glow
✔ Long-lasting results
✔ No risk of allergic reaction
✔ Can be combined with other procedures

Fat contains stem cells, which help in improving skin quality and rejuvenation.

Who Is an Ideal Candidate?

Individuals with facial volume loss
Patients with under-eye hollowing
Those wanting natural rejuvenation
Patients who prefer longer-lasting results compared to fillers
Post-weight loss facial deflation

It is also commonly combined with procedures like:

Facelift
Blepharoplasty
Rhinoplasty

Recovery After Fat Grafting

Mild swelling for 7–14 days
Bruising may last 1–2 weeks
Final results visible after 3–4 months
60–70% of the injected fat typically survives long-term

Some patients may require a second session for optimal results.

Is It Safe?

When performed by a qualified plastic surgeon using proper technique, facial fat grafting is safe. Precision in placement and anatomical knowledge are crucial to avoid complications.

Fat Grafting vs Fillers

Fat Grafting	Dermal Fillers
Uses own fat	Synthetic material
Long-lasting	Temporary (6–18 months)
Improves skin quality	Only volume correction
Larger volume correction possible	Limited volume

For younger patients with mild changes, fillers may be sufficient. For moderate to advanced ageing, fat grafting gives more comprehensive rejuvenation.

Ageing is not just about tightening skin — it is about restoring lost volume. Facial fat grafting provides a natural, regenerative, and long-lasting solution for facial rejuvenation.

If you are noticing hollow cheeks, under-eye shadows, or loss of youthful fullness, facial fat grafting may be an excellent option.

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How to Consult Dr. Prince for Facial Fat Grafting

If you are considering facial fat grafting for correction of ageing changes, here is how you can schedule a consultation with Dr. Prince HP, who is highly specialized in advanced fat grafting procedures.