Facial Fat Transfer With
Dr. Khezri in Bellevue

We all want to feel like the best version of ourselves, no matter our age. But age, gravity, and lifestyle can all affect our appearance. Lack of skin elasticity and volume loss can lead to sunken cheeks, sagging skin, or deep lines around the face. Facial fat transfer is a natural way to restore youthful fullness to the face and eliminate signs of aging.

At The Gallery Of Cosmetic Surgery, Dr. Shahriar Khezri is one of Bellevue’s leading facial fat transfer providers. With his years of expertise in facial aesthetics, you can expect the best care and results from fat grafting to the face.

What Is Facial Fat Grafting?

Facial fat grafting in Bellevue is an aesthetic procedure that fills deep hollowness and wrinkles and fills hollowed facial areas. While it has many uses and benefits, it focuses on facial rejuvenation and restoration. Fat injections use minimal liposuction to harvest fat from donor areas like the stomach, buttocks, thighs, or hip and reinject it into specific areas around the face to restore volume loss. It’s a more natural treatment than certain aesthetic fillers and is customizable to your needs.

Why Get Fat Transfer To The Face?

There are many reasons people consider a facial fat transfer. Environment, lifestyle, age, and weight fluctuation can all cause loss of volume and skin elasticity, leading to a “tired” or “worn out” appearance. Fat grafting is a natural approach to facial restoration and can offer other benefits such as:

• Restores volume loss 
• Fills out deep lines & wrinkles in the skin 
• Adds contour 
• Fills out thinning lips 
• Restores a youthful glow

Am I A Candidate For Facial Fat Transfer?

If you’re struggling with signs of age or sunken areas around your face but want something more natural, facial fat transfer may be the ideal solution. If you are healthy and can safely undergo the procedure, you may qualify for facial fat transfer in Bellevue. 

Benefits Of Facial Fat Grafting

Facial injections are versatile aesthetic injections that are customizable for every patient. It can help many cosmetic concerns, including: 

• Restores volume and vibrancy to the face 
• Creates facial symmetry 
• Adds contour
• Fills out thin lips 
• Fills in wrinkles 
• Natural method 
• Long-lasting results 
• Minimal recovery 
• Less-invasive procedure 
• Performed by the leading cosmetic physician in Bellevue 

Areas Treated With Fat Grafting

Fat transfer can enhance and rejuvenate many areas of the face. Dr. Khezri can customize this surgery for every patient. Facial areas treated with facial fat grafting may include:  

• Hollow cheeks 
• Frown lines 
• Thinning lips 
• Deep forehead lines 
• Nasolabial fold creases 
• Smile lines 
• Crow’s feet 
• Cheek contour 
• Chin contour
• Hollowed temples 

Types Of Facial Fat Grafting 

Dr. Khezri offers many different types of fat grafting, each of which benefits varying aesthetic concerns and areas. Fat grafting with Dr. Khezri is a customizable process that can be adjusted to your needs. These facial fat grafting methods include: 

Macro Fat Transfer

Macro fat transfer is commonly used to treat volume loss in the cheeks, temples, or jawline. It involves transferring larger fat particles (0.5 mm)  through minimal liposuction and reinjecting them into the hollow areas.  

• Pros: Macro fat transfer provides a more significant volume that can be harvested from numerous body areas.
• Cons: There is a higher risk of complications, as the larger fat molecules may not integrate as well as the smaller ones.

Nano Fat Transfer 

Nano-fat transfer harvests smaller particles of fat (0.1 mm) that can be injected more evenly into the skin. This method includes growth factors ideal for rejuvenation and healing. Nano-fat transfer is commonly used for delicate areas, like underneath the eyes or in superficial layers of skin, to improve texture and elasticity. 

• Pros: Nano-fat transfer has a lower risk of complications, as it integrates better underneath the skin. It also promotes healthier, rejuvenated skin. 
• Cons: This method provides less volumetric restoration than macro-fat transfer and it may require more sessions to achieve the desired results.

Micro Fat Transfer 

Micro fat transfer is a form of fat grafting between macro and nano fat particle sizes. The fat particles are more refined than macro but not as small as nano fat. This method provides more balanced volume and a smooth skin texture. It’s used for both volume restoration and skin rejuvenation. 

• Pros: Micro fat transfer offers a healthy balance between volume restoration and skin quality improvement. 
• Cons: It may not integrate as well as nano fat transfer, which can increase the risk of complications.  

How Does Facial Fat Grafting Work?

Facial fat grafting is a minimal liposuction procedure that uses the patient’s own fat, harvested and reinjected into the treatment areas. Dr. Khezri will suction the donor fat from the abdomen, buttocks, thighs, or hips. Once the fat is harvested, it’s purified and reinjected into the face. Dr. Khezri uses advanced methods and precision for reinjection, which can be a delicate process. The entire surgery takes about an hour to complete, and you can return home on the same day. 

Facial Fat Transfer Recovery 

Facial fat transfer is a minimally invasive surgery that doesn’t require as much downtime as other surgeries. However, you’ll still want to rest and allow your body to heal for the first few days. Dr. Khezri will provide other recovery instructions that may include: 

• Rest with your head elevated to promote blood flow 
• Use ice  compressions every few hours to help with swelling 
• Avoid pressure on the face 
• Avoid exercise until Dr. Khezri clears you 
• Take any medication prescribed by the clinic
• Attend all follow-up appointments 

When Will I See The Results Of The Facial Fat Transfer?

The initial swelling will subside in a week or two. However, it can be a few weeks to months before the fat settles and you see the final results. Be patient and follow all recovery instructions to see the best results. If, at first, the areas look too “full,” do not be concerned as not all the fat injected will survive. When the surviving fat settles, you can see the final results. 

How Much Does Facial Fat Transfer Cost In Bellevue?

The cost of facial fat transfer in Bellevue depends on the number of facial areas treated. At The Gallery of Cosmetic Surgery, it starts at $2,500 for the first area and $1,000 per additional area. The Gallery of Cosmetic Surgery offers payment plans and financing options for every patient.  

Facial Fat Transfer At The Gallery Of Cosmetic Surgery

Dr. Khezri is one of the leading facial fat transfer specialists in Bellevue. With years of expertise in facial aesthetics, he works with every patient to find the best solution to meet their goals. Schedule a consultation today to rejuvenate your face and diminish signs of aging! 

You can schedule an appointment online through our price simulator or by calling (425) 775-3561. 

Frequently Asked Questions

How Long Does Facial Fat Transfer Last?

Facial fat transfer can be considered a somewhat permanent procedure. However, not all fat will survive the transfer, so some may want to add more once the results have settled. 

Is Fat Grafting Better Than Facial Implants?

Fat grafting and facial implants are used for different reasons, so one isn’t necessarily better. Facial fat injections are best for rejuvenation, filling in hollowed spaces, and reducing signs of age. Facial implants are better suited for enhancing facial features and cheek contour. 

Can I Combine Facial Fat Grafting With Other Procedures?

Facial fat grafting is often combined with cosmetic surgeries like a facelift, brow lift, or neck lift. It can also be combined with dermal fillers for in-depth rejuvenation.