Fat Transfer

Fat transfer prices will vary based on many factors. In fat transfers to the breasts or butt, a larger amount of fat is required so surgical liposuction is used, which means a lengthier process is employed for fat purification and then grafted where needed. Smaller fat transfers, like those to the face and hands, require less time and fat. The amount of volume required to achieve your needs and goals will be reviewed in your initial consultation with Dr. Canales, Dr. Furnas, or Dr. Culbertson, along with estimates of cost and payment methods we accept.

A fat transfer can be performed on most areas of your body or face where you want to add shape or rejuvenate your skin. A few of the most popular areas are the butt (typically called the Brazilian butt lift), breasts, hands, and face. Fat grafting might be performed with breast reconstruction or augmentation with implants to minimize imperfections. Volume loss caused by aging in the hands and face may also be improved with fat grafting, especially to add shape to your lips or in the hollow under your eyes. Tell Dr. Francisco Canales, Dr. Heather Furnas, and Dr. Eric Culbertson in your initial consultation where you want to make improvements so they can develop your personal fat transfer plan.

The results of a fat transfer will look natural and can be long-lasting with proper care. Dr. Francisco Canales, Dr. Heather Furnas, and Dr. Eric Culbertson employ advanced methods to graft fat, which limits reabsorption. Although there is generally a certain amount of fat that doesn’t graft to the new area, we often transfer a little more fat. If you would like to touch-up or enhance your appearance after a while, another fat transfer can be discussed.

Based on the area where you want to increase fat, you may have an alternate option to a fat graft. In your breasts or butt, implants may be surgically placed rather than a fat transfer. In your hand and face, Plastic Surgery Associates of Santa Rosa offers multiple injectable dermal fillers for long-term volume and rejuvenation. Dr. Francisco Canales, Dr. Heather Furnas, and Dr. Eric Culbertson will explain all of your choices in your first appointment so you can see the results that meet your goals.

At your first appointment, we will explain the amount of fat that is required to meet your goals. You might not have enough fat to transfer; however, this is usually only a concern if you want a large volume of fat transferred or you have a very low body fat percentage. Fat may be taken from several areas or combined with donor fat. We will explain your choices in this appointment.

If you are looking for a treatment to restore the volume of your face, buttocks, and breasts without synthetic injectables or implants, a fat transfer can help you achieve your goals. By repurposing your fat, you can enjoy fewer risks and complications. The treatment also provides a natural look and feel. Using your fat to enhance your figure also eliminates the risk of an allergic reaction or side effects from synthetics. With a fat transfer, we can reduce the appearance of:

• Hollow cheeks
• Wrinkles
• Facial aging
• Nasolabial folds
• Sunken under-eyes
• Lip lines
• A droopy jawline
• Droopy buttocks
• Small breasts
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Subcutaneous fat, a protective layer of stubborn fat beneath your skin, is especially difficult for your body to break down. Age-related metabolic changes can make it harder to eliminate it with diet and exercise. To extract excess subcutaneous fat for a fat transfer, we will perform liposuction

– a body contouring procedure that extracts the excess fat (adipose) cells with gentle suction to preserve the surrounding tissue. After removing the fat, we can purify it in a centrifuge and inject it into another area of your body to sculpt your figure for a slender, curvier physique.

Breast Augmentation

Breast augmentation increases the volume of your breasts for a fuller, plumper figure because natural fat creates a more natural, voluptuous shape. A fat transfer provides a natural enhancement to increase cup size, improve proportions, and reshape the breasts. During the procedure, your surgeon will make discrete incisions around the areola or along the natural curve of your breast to place the fat and position the implant for your desired look.

Facial Fat Grafting

We can perform a facial fat transfer to restore volume if you have lost it from aging or weight changes. After a fat transfer, you can enjoy brighter under-eyes, smoother skin, plumper lips, and a more defined jaw. For a complete makeover, we can combine fat grafting with a facelift to reduce sagging skin for a smoother, younger look. During a facelift, your surgeon will make a delicate incision along the hairline to remove excess skin. Your surgeon may also tighten the SMAS– a layer of connective tissue beneath your skin that atrophies with age– or increase the volume of your chin for a sharper facial profile. To learn more, see our company blog.

Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL)

A Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) is a procedure that sculpts the buttocks by increasing their volume with a fat transfer. During a BBL with a fat transfer, your surgeon makes a discrete incision along the thighs or waistline to sculpt the buttocks, lift them, and reshape them for a smoother appearance. We can also perform liposuction and fat transfer at this stage to emphasize your curves and improve your body proportions.