Fat is harvested with fine cannulas from the abdomen or thighs, processed and placed in the cheeks, temples, under-eye area or around the mouth. As it is your own tissue there is no allergy, but part of the fat is absorbed and a further session may be needed.
Treatment areas
- Cheeks and cheekbones
- Temples
- Tear trough
- Around the mouth and lips
- Jawline
- Depressions after surgery or injury
Procedure
Fat is taken through small incisions, processed and injected in small amounts in layers, under local anaesthesia with sedation or general anaesthesia, often combined with a facelift or eyelid surgery.
How much lasts?
Some fat is absorbed in the first months; the rest can last a long time. Survival varies, so a second session may be needed. Results show at 3–6 months.
Recovery and risks
Swelling and bruising, tenderness at the donor site. Asymmetry, irregularity, over- or under-correction, infection and very rarely intravascular injection.
Frequently asked questions
Is fat grafting permanent?
Part of the fat is absorbed; the remainder can last long.
How does it compare with fillers?
Fat is your own tissue and can last longer; fillers are temporary and dissolvable.
How long does swelling last?
Marked swelling settles in 1–2 weeks.
How do I book a consultation for facial fat grafting in Ankara?
Call +90 532 464 67 81 or message on WhatsApp to book at the practice in Çukurambar, Ankara.
Sources and further reading
Reliable sources for general background:
American Society of Plastic Surgeons · Facelift ↗American Society of Plastic Surgeons · Eyelid surgery ↗American Society of Plastic Surgeons · Patient safety ↗This page is general information and does not replace an individual examination. Surgery has risks and outcomes cannot be guaranteed.