About the procedure
Fat transfer, also called lipofilling, moves fat tissue from one area of the body to another. In the face it can address volume loss; elsewhere it may change volume or contour according to the indication.
Your consultation
The consultation assesses both the receiving and donor areas. For facial treatment, the doctor distinguishes lost volume from tissue descent, as these may call for different approaches.
What to expect
- Medical assessment, discussion of options and agreement on a plan.
- Harvesting fat by liposuction, preparing it and transferring it into the agreed area.
- Aftercare and follow-up adapted to the healing process.
Recovery and follow-up
Both the donor and treated areas need time to heal. Swelling settles gradually, and some transferred volume may be reabsorbed.
What to consider
Asymmetry, lumps or fat necrosis can occur. Risks vary with the area treated, and the final volume cannot be guaranteed.
Facial fat transfer and brow lift
Dr. Rodica Banciu presents the case of a patient who noticed a loss of facial volume after losing weight.
View the comparison and explanationCommon questions
How does it differ from a filler?
It uses your own fat and includes a harvesting stage. The material, procedure and changes in volume differ from injectable fillers.
What does the facial case in the gallery show?
A documented stage of recovery. When procedures are combined, the visible change cannot be attributed to fat transfer alone, and early photographs do not show the settled result.
Discuss the cost before treatment.
Ask for an estimate for your case and clarify what is included: consultations, the procedure, investigations and follow-up visits. The plan and final cost are agreed after assessment.
Request a consultationInformation to help you prepare for a consultation. Recommendations and treatment plans are agreed individually with your doctor.