How Long Do Fat Grafting Results Last?

I am not a fan of fat grafting to the face at all.  It is impossible to control or predict whether the fat will stay or gradually resorb.  Even worse it could leave lumps that are hard to remove.  It’s an operation with a low rate of satisfaction.  Unfortunately cheek implants aren’t really much better.

This is a very common question as patients want the result
to last if they are going to undergo surgery.




The Brazilian Butt Lift is so popular because it enables
your plastic surgeon to transform your entire shape. Liposuction is performed over several areas
depending on the individual patient needs, but typically of the flanks,
abdomen, back and thighs. So this is
going to change your entire shape.



The results tend to last for years to come if your weight is
stable. Just like any liposuction procedure,
this does not prevent your body from being able to put on weight.



With the fat transfer patients typically lose about 30% of the
fat that is initially transferred however the fat that is present six months
post-op will remain as long as your weight is stable. If you lose weight you can lose some of the transferred
fat, and if you gain weight you can increase the size of your buttock. The benefit of the fat transfer is that the
fat is your own and acts just like the fat in other parts of your body.



If you are at a healthy weight and maintain that you will be
able to enjoy your results for year to come.
The Brazilian Butt Lift is one of the procedures that patient are almost
universally extremely happy with after surgery.




When considering this procedure it is very important that
you have your procedure performed by a board certified plastic surgeon.



I hope this helps.

Fat grafting can last up to six weeks without the body naturally absorbing the fat. The fat that survives continues to exists like living tissue and sometimes a small amount of fat can gradually be reabsorbed. For the best results consult with a board certified plastic surgeon. 

Fat transfer results are permanent, but not all fat will survive. Harvesting is important to fat transfer. I use water-assisted fat harvesting which gives pure fat to transfer and combine with platelet-rich plasma (PRP) to get the most viable and sustainable fat cells. This can be combined with Sculptra, depending on the treatment area, to improve the outcome. Volume and contouring of the cheeks can be created with well-placed fillers (Voluma, Radiesse, Bellafill) and Sculptra. Implants or fat are both alternatives. I recommend getting a formal evaluation with a facial sculpting expert. Best, Dr. Emer

Hello,
Usually 50-60% of fat survives, and that fat stays with you indefinitely. I do it in less than an hour in my office under local anesthesia only. There is minimal pain and minimal swelling. The fat that lives will stay forever. Please don’t hesitate to contact us with any questions.

Mark G. Albert, M.D.

NYC Aesthetic Surgeon