Fat Transfer

Name: Fat Transfer
Brand: CaloAesthetics
Rating: 4.9 (969 reviews)

Fat transfer improves body shape and restores volume using your own natural tissue. This technique achieves soft, balanced, and long-lasting results without the need for implants or synthetic fillers.

CaloAesthetics®: Sculpting With What’s Already Yours

Our board-certified plastic surgeons use advanced grafting techniques supported by peer-reviewed research and global educational leadership. Autologous fat grafting in Louisville and Lexington, KY, has been extensively studied for its safety, versatility, and regenerative potential, with robust support in medical literature. By combining precise harvesting methods with refined placement techniques, we prioritize smooth integration, optimal graft survival, and natural-looking results.

What Is Fat Transfer?

Fat transfer—also called autologous fat grafting—involves removing fat from one area of the body and strategically injecting it into another to enhance volume and contour.

The process includes:

Harvesting fat via gentle liposuction
Purifying and processing the fat cells
Reinjecting the healthiest fat cells into the target area

Because the tissue comes from your own body, it establishes a new blood supply in the treated area, allowing some cells to survive in the long term. Additionally, the regenerative properties of adipose-derived stem cells found in fat tissue may contribute to improved skin quality. Fat transfer offers subtle refinement or noticeable enhancement—always tailored to your anatomy and goals.

Fat Transfer Benefits

Customizable shaping for subtle or more defined enhancement
Strategic redistribution of volume rather than simply adding fullness
Minimal risk of allergic reaction since the tissue is autologous
Smaller, discreet liposuction entry points at donor sites
Ability to address multiple areas in one surgical session
Results that age naturally with your body over time

Are You a Good Candidate for Fat Transfer?

You may be a strong candidate for fat transfer in Louisville and Lexington, KY, if you:

Have adequate donor fat in areas such as the abdomen, flanks, or thighs
Maintain a stable, healthy weight
Have good skin quality at both the donor and recipient sites
Do not have uncontrolled medical conditions such as diabetes or clotting disorders
Are not pregnant or breastfeeding
Understand that some of the transferred fat will naturally resorb
Do not smoke, or are willing to stop well before and after surgery to support graft survival and healing

Why Choose CaloAesthetics®?

The success of fat grafting is directly tied to surgical precision. How fat is harvested, processed, and meticulously layered into the recipient site plays a critical role in long-term cell survival and contour smoothness.

At CaloAesthetics®, your procedure is performed by board-certified surgeons of the American Board of Plastic Surgery, recognized for their commitment to technical excellence. Dr. Calobrace has published and lectured extensively on aesthetic surgical methods and advanced tissue management, contributing to ongoing dialogue within the specialty. Our team remains actively engaged in national and international educational forums, staying at the forefront of innovation and safety standards.

All procedures are performed in fully accredited surgical facilities alongside experienced anesthesia professionals to ensure the highest level of oversight and patient care. We utilize refined, micro-layered placement techniques designed to encourage graft integration while maintaining elegant contour transitions.

What to Expect Before, During, and After

Consultation

Your consultation includes:

Donor site evaluation
Volume goals assessment
Discussion of expected fat survival rates
Review of risks and benefits
Transparent pricing based on treatment area(s)

Cost varies depending on the number of areas treated and surgical complexity.

Procedure

Fat transfer is typically performed under local anesthesia with sedation or general anesthesia, depending on the treatment area.

Steps include:

Gentle liposuction to harvest fat
Fat purification and preparation
Careful reinjection in small amounts for optimal integration

Surgical time depends on the areas addressed.

Recovery and Results

First 1–2 weeks: Swelling and bruising at both donor and transfer sites are common.
Weeks 3–6: Swelling decreases. Early contour improvements become visible.
3 months: Fat survival stabilizes. Results appear more defined.
Long term: Surviving fat cells behave like natural tissue and respond to weight changes. Compression garments may be recommended for donor areas to support healing.

Subtypes of Fat Transfer

Facial Fat Grafting (cheeks, under-eyes, temples)
Breast Fat Transfer
Buttock Fat Transfer (Brazilian Butt Lift)
Hand Rejuvenation with Fat
Scar Revision with Fat Grafting

Alternative or Related Procedures

Enhance Shape. Restore Balance.

Schedule your private consultation at CaloAesthetics® today and discover how expertly performed fat transfer can deliver natural, lasting refinement tailored entirely to you.

FAQs

How much of the transferred fat typically survives?

While survival rates vary by treatment area and individual healing response, a portion of the transferred fat naturally reabsorbs within the first few months. The remaining fat that establishes a blood supply becomes permanent living tissue.

Can fat transfer be repeated if I want more volume later?

Yes. If additional enhancement is desired, fat transfer can often be safely repeated after the initial graft has stabilized. Staging treatments allows for gradual refinement and optimal contour control.

Will weight changes affect my results?

Yes. Transferred fat behaves like fat elsewhere in your body. Significant weight gain can enlarge treated areas, while substantial weight loss may reduce volume. Maintaining a stable weight helps preserve long-term balance.

When is fat transfer better than fillers?

It depends on your goals. Fat transfer may be preferable for patients seeking longer-lasting correction or larger-volume enhancement, while dermal fillers may be appropriate for smaller adjustments or non-surgical treatment. Your surgeon will guide you based on your anatomy and desired outcome.

How visible are the liposuction entry points?

The incisions used to harvest fat are very small and strategically placed in discreet locations. Once healed, they are typically subtle and difficult to detect.

Does fat transfer feel natural?

Because your own tissue is used, treated areas generally feel soft and consistent with surrounding tissue once healing is complete. There are no implants or synthetic materials involved.

What are the risks of fat transfer?

As with any surgical procedure, fat transfer carries potential risks. These may include infection, bleeding, contour irregularities, oil cysts, fat necrosis (firm areas caused by non-surviving fat), asymmetry, or the need for revision. In rare cases—particularly in certain high-risk regions—more serious complications can occur. Careful patient selection, meticulous technique, and adherence to safety guidelines significantly reduce these risks.