Facial Fat Transfer AT DERMACARE SAN DIEGO

To have a Nano-fat Facial Fat Transfer procedure, you must have at least several syringes worth of fat available in other areas of your body to donate to your facial rejuvenation procedure. Dr. Birchall will assess you for this important criteria during your in-person consultation and advise if you can be considered for the treatment. Patients who have insufficient fat for this treatment can explore several other options to get the rejuvenation they need during their consultation.

All surgical procedures, including the Nano-Fat Facial Fat Transfer procedure, have some rare, minor risks. Consult with Dr. Birchall about these potentially rare risks if you have concerns. Because the fat used is drawn from your own body and purified, you will not need to worry about it causing an adverse reaction.

Individuals who have this procedure will see substantial rejuvenation. Volume depletion of the face which has lead to premature aging will be replaced with a younger, fuller, natural and more youthful volumization. While some volume loss frequently occurs immediately after the procedure — since not all of the fat transferred will survive the treatment — volume will quickly stabilize and gradually and naturally build beginning at around three months with final results occurring between nine and 12 months. While an overwhelming majority of patients will not require an additional procedure, a smaller percentage of patients will obtain their best results by having a follow-up between nine and 12 months.

Patients should expect some modest downtime after their Nano-fat Facial Fat Transfer procedure. Typically, patients experience one week of swelling and bruising with an overall recovery time of about three to four weeks. After the first week, patients will continue to experience some mild to moderate swelling and redness which will continue to subside steadily, but most people are able to return to work and resume normal activities after the first week. Patients are recommended to observe the following guidelines after their Nano-fat Facial Fat Transfer procedure to have the most comfortable recovery and optimize their results.

After getting home, continue resting comfortably for the next 24 hours with your head elevated. Sleep with several pillows behind your head and back for the next three nights after surgery. This will help decrease facial edema (swelling). To reduce facial swelling and bruising and increase comfort, apply ice-cold compresses to the sites for the first 24 hours after surgery.

If you experience pain, please take your prescribed pain medication as directed. Your prescription pain medication should be taken with food to prevent nausea. Tylenol (acetaminophen) may be taken in the place of your prescription. If prescribed oral antibiotics, take it through its full cycle as directed. Avoid alcohol while taking any medications.

After the first 24 hours, please remove band-aids and wash your face gently with a mild cleanser (Dermacare’s Mild Green Tea Cleanser is recommended) and gently pat dry with a soft, clean towel. You may shower 24 hours after surgery. You may also brush your teeth gently 24 hours after surgery. Mouthwash may also be used with care.

You may eat and drink fluids, but start with light foods and clear fluids and progress as you feel comfortable. Avoid bending and lifting for the first week. Also, after your procedure, your face will have a tendency to be hypersensitive to sunlight, causing an increased tendency to burn. Use sun block with a minimum of 15 SPF to protect your face from burning, especially the surgical sites. Of course, smoking can always lead to complications and jeopardize your results.

Call our office immediately if you experience: high temperature; chills and shakes; severe pain; significant, sudden swelling or redness from graft sites.

Patient relationships are deeply valued by your Dermacare treatment team, and we strive to offer the most effective treatments with the highest quality, along with patient-focused care. These values originate from Dr. Birchall’s years in family practice and translate well in serving his cosmetic patients. Your Dermacare team place special emphasis on discerning your needs, so you get the treatment to bring your desired look to life.

Dermacare Laser & Skin Care Clinics proudly offers Nano-fat Facial Fat Transfer to rejuvenate the face — naturally. You can have this treatment at either our Carlsbad or Rancho Bernardo locations. To answer any questions you might have about Nano-fat Facial Fat Transfer treatment — and determine if this treatment will meet your needs, contact our offices today at 858-943-2443 (Rancho Bernardo) or 760-472-5088 (Carlsbad) for a free, in-person consultation. Trust your skincare to Dermacare.