Fat Transfer (Body)

Procedure Overview

Fat transfer is a technique in which fat is transferred from an area of relative excess to an area of relative deficit. (See face, fat transfer). The most common areas of the body to transfer fat to are the buttocks and irregularities after liposuction. Occasionally, more than one treatment may be necessary.

Operative Time

1 to 2 hours

Anesthesia

Local with IV Sedation

Risks

Contour irregularities and need for repeat procedures can occur

Recovery

7 to 10 days