Fat Grafting in Oklahoma City
Fat grafting is a procedure in which fat is taken from your body and re-used to fill wrinkles, folds and contour depressions on the face. While it is used less frequently than injectable fillers, fat grafting techniques provide you with a natural alternative that often achieves long lasting results.
Also known as autologous fat injection, Dr. Nuveen in Oklahoma City offers fat grafting for patients who want to correct wrinkles and other age-related imperfections.
Is Fat Grafting Right For Me?
During the aging process, fat deposits beneath the facial skin can shift or become depleted. When the layer of fat becomes thinner, the signs of aging in your face become more apparent.
At our Oklahoma City cosmetic surgery practice, Dr. Nuveen can use fat grafting to improve:
- Facial grooves and lines
- Sunken cheeks
- Hollow area under the eyes
Fat transfer is similar to other injectable treatments, because it fills and plumps the area under your skin. It is unique because it uses your own fatty tissue. Because it uses your own fat cells, it is longer lasting than other treatments. There is also no risk of an allergic reaction.
FAQ
How does fat grafting work?
There are several steps in the fat grafting procedure. First, fat cells must be collected. Fat cells can be gathered during liposuction, or retrieved as needed with a needle. After the fat has been collected, it is cleaned and processed. These cells are then injected into the area of your face that Dr. Nuveen is treating.
The fat is injected with the microdroplet technique. This means that very small droplets are injected in a single area. Typically, you will have several visits for injections.
How long will results last?
Fat grafting is not a permanent procedure, but the effects are often long lasting. Some patients report that results last 2-3 years, which is longer than most injectables currently on the market.
Why are multiple injections needed?
In many cases, fat injections are performed throughout the course of several visits, because the fat has a tendency to become re-absorbed by your tissue. If necessary, Dr. Nuveen can gradually create the desired outcome over several visits or a series of injections.
Where will the fat cells be collected from?
Dr. Nuveen will collect fat cells from an area of your body where you have a dense volume of fat cells. In most cases, the doctor will not collect enough fat to create a noticeable fat reduction in the area. Common fat cell collection sites include the thighs and buttocks.
For More Information
To learn more about fat grafting in Oklahoma City, please contact the office of cosmetic surgeon, Dr. Erik J. Nuveen. Call 405-842-6677 to inquire about a consultation, or use our contact page to send us an email.
