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Micro-Fat Transfer

Beverly Hills, CA

Introduction

Introduction to Micro-Fat Transfer

One of the most prominent signs of aging is volume loss. This can occur beneath the eyes and in the temples, cheeks, jawline, and lips. To address this aesthetic concern, board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Arash Moradzadeh in Los Angeles, CA, performs micro-fat transfer, using your own fat cells to rejuvenate depleted or hollowness-prone areas.

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What Is Micro-Fat Transfer?

Fat transfer involves moving fat from one area of the body to another. The doctor carefully harvests fat cells, which are then injected to firm, fill out, or plump other body parts. Fat transfer is a popular, safe, and effective alternative to other wrinkle treatments, designed to re-contour the face and provide definition to the cheeks and chin. It can also be used to correct facial deformities. One advantage of this treatment is that fat transfer uses the patient’s own fat cells, so there is no risk of an allergic reaction.

Micro-fat transfer is especially effective for treating:

  • Hollow-looking cheek and midface contours
  • Sunken tear troughs under the eyes
  • Deflated, thinning lips
  • Entrenched forehead lines
  • Glabellar lines
  • Nasolabial folds
  • Lack of jawline definition
  • Wrinkles, lines, and creases

During your procedure, liposuction is used to remove excess fat cells from areas such as the belly, thighs, hips, or flanks. The fat is then sterilized and purified, readying it for injection. Dr. Moradzadeh uses a small amount of fat to build natural-looking layers in the skin until your ideal results have been achieved. Around 50-80 percent of the grafted fat typically survives. The rest is absorbed into the body over time.

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Who Are the Best Candidates For Micro-Fat Transfer?

Micro-fat transfer is safe and effective for patients of all ages, provided that they are healthy, don’t smoke, and have realistic expectations. If you are frustrated by volume loss that is impacting your self-image and making you look older than you feel, you can definitely benefit from micro-fat transfer, performed with artistry and skill by Dr. Moradzadeh in Los Angeles.

While facelifts are excellent for removing excess skin and redraping the facial soft tissue—especially along the jawline and in the neck—they do nothing to replace the volume of soft tissue and bone that we all lose with age. Fat transfer, on the other hand, addresses not only the jawline but also the cheeks, the areas around the eyes, and the temples, providing a truly rejuvenated, more natural-looking appearance than a facelift alone. After an extensive consultation, Dr. Moradzadeh will advise you on whether fat transfer is a viable option for you based on what you’re trying to achieve.

What Are the Benefits of Micro-Fat Transfer?

When micro-fat transfer is performed by a precision-minded aesthetic authority such as Dr. Moradzadeh in Los Angeles, CA, patients enjoy impressive benefits, including the following:

  • Fuller, more youthful-looking facial contours
  • A more feminine, attractive smile
  • A facial expression that appears more energized and inviting
  • Long-lasting results when compared to synthetic fillers
  • Increased volume in the cheeks, temples, and jawline
  • Improved harmony among the features
  • Enhanced confidence and peace of mind

Other Considerations

Injectable dermal fillers (brands such as Juvederm®, Restylane®, Perlane®, and Radiesse®) are a popular alternative for non-surgical facial rejuvenation. While these fillers can restore a youthful, healthy glow to the face, fat transfer may be preferable for several reasons: It’s the patient’s own tissue, which eliminates the chance of having any allergic reaction, and it can last for many years, as opposed to fillers, which typically last from 9 months to 1.5 years. Fillers remain an excellent option for many men and women. Dr. Moradzadeh can advise you to help you weigh the alternatives.

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What’s the First Step?

To begin your cosmetic journey, you will first meet with Dr. Moradzadeh in Los Angeles for an in-depth consultation, medical evaluation, and physical assessment. The doctor will listen carefully to your goals, take the time necessary to answer your questions, and ensure you have a clear understanding of the risks, downtime, costs, and anticipated results associated with micro-fat transfer. Dr. Moradzadeh will walk you through the procedure, starting with the anesthesia that he plans to use and explaining where your incisions will be. After reviewing all the information, if you decide to proceed, we can book your treatment date immediately. We will then provide you with preparation instructions to ensure a seamless, rewarding aesthetic process.

What to Expect on the Day of Micro-Fat Transfer Surgery

Both the area from which the fat is taken and the treatment site are anesthetized with a local anesthetic. Using a small needle attached to a syringe, the surgeon removes the fat from a donor site — an area where the patient’s fat is most tightly packed, such as the abdomen or thighs. Once removed, the fat is processed to remove excess fluid, then reinjected using blunt-tipped microcannulas into various regions and depths of the face. This process may be repeated until the desired correction has been achieved.

Harvesting fat cells for reinjection is often performed alongside other procedures, such as liposuction or a facelift. When fat is harvested during another procedure, the surgeon can often obtain a larger amount and freeze and store it for future injections if needed.

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Micro-Fat Transfer Recovery

Your Guide to Post-Micro-Fat Transfer Care

Patients may move freely immediately after surgery. Any discomfort following the procedure can be controlled with medication. Some swelling may occur for up to 36 hours after the procedure. There may also be some bruising. Micro-fat transfer is usually completed over 1-3 sessions. This prevents the overfilled look. Approximately 70% of the transferred fat will survive. Many patients choose fat transfer over traditional fillers because it uses their own tissue, and some of the fat remains permanently at the injection sites.

A great secondary benefit of micro-fat grafting is the changes to your skin. Over several months, most patients will notice dramatic improvements in skin quality and texture. This is believed to result from stem cells found in fat.

How Much Does Micro-Fat Transfer Cost in Los Angeles, CA?

The cost of micro-fat transfer in Beverly Hills and Los Angeles can vary based on your goals, the extent of volume loss, and whether Dr. Moradzadeh pairs your procedure with other facial rejuvenation techniques, such as a facelift, brow lift, lip lift, or neck lift. You will receive a customized price quote after you complete your initial consultation and medical assessment.

Why Choose Dr. Moradzadeh?

Dr. Arash Moradzadeh is a sought-after, dual-board-certified ENT/head and neck surgery and facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon who provides exemplary care and exceptional results for patients in and beyond Beverly Hills and Los Angeles, California. He is known not only for his compassionate approach to care but also for his unwavering commitment to patient safety and utilizing today’s most sophisticated techniques.

Born and raised in Los Angeles, Dr. Moradzadeh completed competitive training at the University of California, San Diego, School of Medicine, before embarking on a prestigious otolaryngology – head and neck surgery residency at Washington University Medical School in St. Louis. Subsequently, he was selected for several elite fellowships in plastic surgery, regenerative medicine, and facial plastic and reconstructive surgery. Dr. Moradzadeh was also recruited to teach advanced techniques in facial plastic surgery at Washington University Medical School.

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To learn more about the beautiful, nuanced transformation possible with micro-fat transfer, please contact our Los Angeles team to book your preliminary appointment today. Dr. Moradzadeh is an accomplished board-certified plastic surgeon who goes above and beyond to achieve your vision for a more youthful, vibrant appearance.

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