Face Fat Injection

Meaning

Facial fat transfer makes use of fat taken from your own body to restore volume to certain areas of the face. Injections may be given in the cheeks, the lips, the furrows of the face, and around the eyes.

Is face fat transfer safe?

Fat transfer is generally safe when performed by a qualified plastic surgeon, especially a board-certified plastic surgeon like Dr. Mark Chin. Training and experience are critical when handling and performing such a procedure.

Is face fat painful?

Additionally, it is a relatively pain-free procedure with minimal down time. The risks of fat transfer include the risk to the donor site (where fat is taken) and to the recipient site (where fat is placed).