FACE FAT GRAFTING IN KERALA – FACIAL FAT TRANSFER

 

Natural Facial Rejuvenation With Your Own Fat

Face Fat Grafting—also known as Facial Fat Transfer—is one of the most popular anti-ageing and facial contouring procedures performed by Dr. Prince, Plastic & Cosmetic Surgeon at Elite Hospital, Thrissur.
This technique restores lost facial volume using your own purified fat, giving a more youthful, lifted and natural look without implants or fillers.

It is safe, long-lasting, minimally invasive and ideal for patients who want a natural enhancement.

What Is Face Fat Grafting?

Face Fat Grafting is a procedure where fat is gently taken from another part of your body (usually abdomen, flank or thigh), processed carefully, and injected into specific regions of your face to:

  • Restore youthful volume

  • Smooth wrinkles and folds

  • Improve contours

  • Enhance symmetry

  • Improve skin texture and glow

Because it uses your own fat, the results look and feel extremely natural.

Who Is an Ideal Candidate?

You may benefit from facial fat grafting if you have:

  • Hollow cheeks

  • Deep laugh lines or marionette lines

  • Sunken under-eye area

  • Thin or depleted lips

  • Loss of facial definition

  • Facial asymmetry

  • Age-related volume loss or mild skin laxity

  • Acne or traumatic scars needing improvement

Areas Commonly Treated

  • Cheeks

  • Under-eye tear troughs

  • Nasolabial folds

  • Jawline

  • Lips

  • Chin

  • Temples

  • Acne scar depressions

  • Entire mid-face for rejuvenation

Anaesthesia Details

(Your clinical information included)

  • Small facial regions (under-eye, lips, nasolabial folds, chin) are usually done under Local Anaesthesia.

  • Full-face fat grafting or when multiple areas need high-volume correction, the procedure is performed under General Anaesthesia for patient comfort.

The Procedure – Step by Step

1. Consultation & Planning

Detailed facial analysis is done to understand your volume loss, symmetry and aesthetic goals.

2. Fat Harvesting

Fat is gently removed from the abdomen/hips/thighs using micro-liposuction.

3. Fat Purification

The fat is filtered and purified to isolate healthy fat cells and stem-cell rich fraction.

4. Micro-Fat Injection

Fat is injected using fine cannulas in multiple layers for smooth, natural-looking volume.

How Long Do Results Last?

  • About 60% of the injected fat usually survives permanently.

  • The remaining fat gets absorbed naturally within a few months.

  • Results are long-lasting and improve gradually as the fat integrates with your facial tissues.

  • Some patients may need a second sitting after 6 months, depending on desired fullness.

Recovery & Aftercare

  • Mild swelling for 5–7 days

  • Bruising may last 3–5 days

  • Avoid massage or pressure over treated areas

  • Sleep with head elevated for 48 hours

  • Normal activities resume in 2–3 days

  • Final results visible in 3–4 months

Advantages of Face Fat Grafting

  • 100% natural – uses your own fat

  • Long-lasting results

  • No foreign materials

  • Improves skin texture

  • Minimally invasive

  • Corrects multiple areas in one sitting

  • Stem-cell benefits for rejuvenation

Possible Side Effects

  • Temporary swelling or bruising

  • Mild asymmetry (corrects as swelling reduces)

  • Partial fat loss over time

  • Rare infections

Dr. Prince’s method ensures high fat survival and consistent results.

FAQ – Face Fat Grafting

1. Is fat grafting better than fillers?

Fat grafting gives a more natural and long-lasting result, especially for large-volume facial rejuvenation.

2. Is the procedure painful?

Minimal discomfort. Most small-area procedures are done under local anaesthesia.

3. How long does the swelling last?

Usually 5–7 days.

4. Can fat be taken from any area?

Yes—commonly abdomen or thighs.

5. Will the fat grow if I gain weight?

Yes, the grafted fat behaves like normal fat and may enlarge slightly with weight gain.

6. When can I resume work?

Most patients return to work within 2–3 days.

7. Is the result permanent?

The surviving fat remains permanently.

8. Is repeat sitting required?

Some patients require a second session after 6 months for optimal correction.