Can you put fat in your thighs like a fat transfer?

Absolutely, transferring fat to the thighs is a viable procedure often utilized to smooth out indentations, enhance contours, or augment the volume of the outer thighs, especially following a Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL). This technique aligns with the principles of fat grafting, where fat is harvested from one area of the body via liposuction and then meticulously injected into another area to achieve the desired aesthetic.

The amount of fat that can be transferred to the thighs is primarily determined by the volume of fat available for liposuction from other areas of your body. Suitable donor sites are identified based on where excess fat can be safely and effectively removed while also considering the overall balance and symmetry of your body.

It's essential to have a detailed consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon who specializes in fat transfer procedures. They can assess your body's unique structure, discuss your aesthetic goals, and develop a personalized plan to achieve the desired outcome for your thighs. The surgeon can also provide insights into the expected recovery process and how to maintain your results.

This technique not only allows for the enhancement of the thighs but also offers the added benefit of utilizing your body's natural fat, leading to a more natural look and feel compared to synthetic fillers or implants.

Sincerely,

J. Timothy Katzen, MD, FASMBS, FICS
Plastic and Aesthetic Surgeon

Generally speeking, yes. However, without good photos and/or in person evaluation it would be difficult to say whether someone is a good candidate or not. Hope this helps.

Yes transferring fat to the thighs is an option. This can add desired volume or correct contour concerns. Visit with a board certified plastic surgeon near you to discuss your goals for surgery and to learn if you are a good candidate for the procedure.

Some fat can be added if needed, but still may not correct loose skin. Fat should not be added to look unnatural.

Fat can be grafted into any part of the body where there is sufficient host tissue to support the grafted fat.
This includes the thigh, or any other region.
When I perform the BBL procedure, I often graft fat along the outer thigh on individuals who have insufficient thigh, size to have an ideal feminine S-curve.
The success of this procedure depends, primarily on how thick the tissue layers are. We grafting the fat into.This means some individuals are good candidates, and will have potential quality results and other people are not good candidates and don’t have the potential for getting quality outcomes.
It’s never a yes or no answer.Consider including pictures if you want an assessment.
Best,
Mats Hagstrom, MD