Fat Grafting San Diego
Over time, the face naturally loses volume. Cheeks flatten, under-eye hollows deepen, and overall facial contours can start to look tired or aged.
Fat grafting offers a more natural, long-lasting way to restore that volume, using your own fat instead of synthetic fillers.
At True Beauty San Diego Aesthetic Surgery & Medicine, Dr. Brian Reagan uses advanced fat transfer techniques to create soft, natural-looking facial rejuvenation that enhances your features without looking overdone.
What Is Fat Grafting?
Fat grafting (also called fat transfer) is a procedure that takes fat from one area of your body and carefully places it into areas that need more volume. Most commonly, this is used to restore volume in the:
- Cheeks
- Under-eye area
- Lips
- Jawline and chin
Because it uses your own fat, the result tends to feel and look more natural than traditional fillers, and can last significantly longer.
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Why Patients Choose Fat Transfer Over Fillers
While dermal fillers can be effective, many patients prefer fat grafting for a more natural and longer-lasting solution.
Benefits include:
- Uses your own fat (no synthetic material)
- Natural look and feel
- Longer-lasting results than fillers
- Improves facial volume and contour
- Slims a donor area at the same time
It’s essentially two benefits in one, removing unwanted fat while enhancing areas that have lost volume.
Why Choose Dr. Reagan?
Fat grafting is as much an art as it is a procedure. The goal isn’t just to add volume, it’s to restore balance and proportion.
Dr. Reagan is a board-certified plastic surgeon known for delivering subtle, natural results. His approach focuses on enhancing your features, not changing how you look. Patients choose Dr. Reagan because of his:
- Recognition as a San Diego Magazine Top Doctor
- Advanced training at UT Southwestern and Cornell
- Experience with facial aesthetics and fat transfer techniques
- Conservative approach that avoids overfilling or an unnatural appearance
Every treatment is customized based on your facial structure and goals.
Brian Reagan, MD, FACS
Dr. Brian Reagan is a board-certified plastic surgeon and founder of True Beauty San Diego Aesthetic Surgery & Medicine. Dr. Reagan is renowned for his surgical skills and commitment to patient satisfaction. Dr. Reagan has been featured on local media outlets, including ABC 10, and recognized as one of the “Best Plastic Surgeons in San Diego” by San Diego Magazine, and “Best Plastic Surgeons in La Jolla” by La Jolla Light Newspaper.
How Fat Grafting Works
Fat transfer is performed in three main steps:
1. Fat Harvesting
Fat is gently removed from areas like the abdomen, thighs, or flanks using liposuction.
2. Purification
The fat is processed and purified to isolate healthy fat cells.
3. Precise Placement
The purified fat is carefully injected into targeted areas of the face to restore volume and improve contour.
Dr. Reagan strategically places small amounts of fat to create smooth, natural-looking results.
Fat Grafting Recovery
Recovery is typically mild compared to more invasive procedures.
- Most patients return to normal activities within a week
- About 5–7 days of social downtime
- Swelling and mild bruising are expected
- Compression may be needed if fat was harvested from the body
Fat Grafting Results
Some of the transferred fat will naturally be reabsorbed, but the fat that survives becomes a permanent part of your tissue.
- Initial improvement is visible early
- Final results develop over a few months
- Results can last for years
The outcome is a softer, fuller, more youthful appearance that still looks like you.
Other Areas Where Fat Can Be Grafted
Fat transfer isn’t limited to the face. It can also be used to enhance other areas, including:
- Buttocks (Brazilian Butt Lift)
- Breasts (natural augmentation)
Dr. Reagan can walk you through all options during your consultation.
Schedule a Consultation
If you’re looking for a natural, longer-lasting way to restore facial volume, fat grafting may be a great option.
Schedule a consultation with Dr. Reagan at True Beauty San Diego Aesthetic Surgery & Medicine by calling (858) 454-7546 or emailing our San Diego office today.
