Ask Dr. Potparic

How long does the procedure take?
It depends upon the area treated.  Generally speaking, an hour for lips and six for a full face (when combined with a facelift procedure). Buttock fat grafting takes anywhere from 4 to 6 hours. 

How is fat grafting different from other fillers?
Synthetic fillers are mostly temporary.  It is used to build lasting structural changes and volume in the face and body. It is biocompatible, versatile, stable, long lasting and natural appearing.

Why would I do fat grafting instead of a facelift?
Fillers actually fill out the face rather than lift it.  Gravity is not the enemy of youth—rather the loss of volume and tissue underneath the skin.  Facelifts are still indicated for some patients, but fat grafting is very specific to area: midface, lips, chin or eyelids.

Is fat grafting always successful?
Successful fat grafting is dependent upon the nature of the fatty tissue, the methods of harvesting, transfer and placement, and the preparation of the patient. Fatty tissue is complex and delicate and easily damaged. There is a “predictive” loss of volume of fat grafts—between 30 and 70% depending on the area which is treated. In order to build satisfactory volume and achieve desired contours, several stages (2-6) may be necessary administered 8 to 12 weeks apart.

Which is better if I want buttock augmentation: a buttock implant or fat grafting?
Buttock implants have the potential of moving or sliding in the pocket where they are placed.  Fat grafting is particularly attractive to most people because you are taking fat from fatty regions of the body and using this to contour the buttocks.  Best of both worlds!  Once the fat lives in its new location, fluid collections and mobile implants are not a concern.

What are some of the complications?
Most complications occur in the aesthetic arena and are due to over or under correction.

The technique is crucial. Complications include infection or fat necrosis (dead fat that may potentially need to be removed through a small incision because of a “bump” felt on exam).  Smoking and drinking alcohol can cause additional complications.

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Dr. Zoran Potparic is a Fort Lauderdale plastic surgery specialist who has helped many Fort Lauderdale breast augmentation patients improve their figures and self-confidence. Dr. Potparic is also considered to be a Ft. Lauderdale face lift, rhinoplasty, tummy tuck, and liposuction specialist. Located in South Florida’s Broward County, Dr. Potparic’s Fort Lauderdale cosmetic surgery practice is well known for high-quality service and superior pre and post operative care.

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