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  • London Facial Fat Grafting

Facial Fat Grafting

As we get older, we lose facial volume, particularly in the mid-face, which can make the face appear sunken and sagging. Fat grafting, also known as fat transfer or lipofilling, produces very soft and natural results by restoring this volume. It is fast becoming a popular alternative to temporary facial fillers and is often used as an adjunct treatment to the facelift.

The Fat Transfer to the Face Procedure

Whether it’s due to the ageing process or losing significant amounts of weight, the face can lose the fatty tissue that forms the rounded, full appearance of youth. During facial fat grafting, Mr Juling Ong will strategically use the body’s own naturally occurring fat from the abdomen or inner thighs to restore the lost volume in the face. The skin is naturally lifted, improving sagging in the lower face.

Facial fat grafting is becoming a popular alternative to hyaluronic acid facial fillers as a more natural, organic procedure. Typically, up to 70 per cent of the transplanted fat cells will successfully graft so results should be more long-lasting than temporary fillers.

Surgery Time

Up to 2 hours

Anaesthetic

Local / General Anaesthetic

Hospital Stay

Day case

Time Off Work

A few days if required

Full Recovery

1 – 2 weeks

During your consultation with Mr Juling Ong will assess the degree of volume loss in the face and also the potential donor sites and the volume of fat that will need to be taken to achieve the results you are hoping for.

Donor sites typically are the abdomen, flanks and outer and inner thighs. Approximately twice the volume of fat has to be harvested as half its volume is lost during the purifying process. Although there are minimal side effects, these will be discussed in full during the consultation.

The fat is removed from the donor area via liposuction and then prepared in a centrifuge. This separates out any blood and oily fluids, leaving the purest form of fat that can then by injected into the face.

Mr Juling Ong will recontour the face with the fat, precisely transplanting the cells in very thin layers to help improve the smoothness and quality of the final result. The procedure is performed as a day case procedure and recovery is usually very quick.

Frequently Asked Questions

How best can I prepare for my facial fat grafting procedure?

Getting to your ideal body weight is preferred as further weight fluctuations after your procedure can affect your results. Mr Juling Ong also advises facial fat grafting patients to stop smoking as soon as possible as it seems that fat grafting is less successful in people who smoke.

How soon will I see the results of my fat transfer to the face?

Results are instant, but there will be some swelling and bruising and some of the fat cells will fail to graft which is completely expected. So, the final results will be visible after a couple of months.

Your face should appear fuller and softer and there is often a reported improvement in the texture of the skin.

Is fat transfer to the face permanent?

Hyaluronic acid facial fillers can last between six months to over a year, so facial fat grafting is becoming popular as a longer-lasting solution to facial ageing. Between 50 and 70 per cent of transferred fat will successfully graft to the new area and should remain there permanently, although it will also be affected by the ageing process.

Each patient responds differently and lifestyle factors such as weight fluctuations and smoking can all affect your results and how long they last.

During your consultation, Mr Juling Ong will explain all potential risks and discuss your treatment options in full. Please call us on‬ 020 7927 6528 or email us at info@julingong.com to arrange an appointment.

  • London Facial Fat Grafting

Fat Transfer to the Face

As we get older, we lose facial volume, particularly in the mid-face, which can make the face appear sunken and sagging. Fat grafting, also known as fat transfer or lipofilling, produces very soft and natural results by restoring this volume. It is fast becoming a popular alternative to temporary facial fillers and is often used as an adjunct treatment to the facelift.

As we age, our skin elasticity and facial volume are depleted, and we begin to notice the various signs of facial ageing. Hollows appear at the temples and the mid-face flattens, causing the cheeks to appear less rounded and prominent and lines to deepen between the nose and mouth. The jawline begins to sag and lose definition, with jowls often forming. A comprehensive procedure to address these various issues may be required.

During a facelift, the skin and soft tissues of the cheek, lower face and often the neck, are tightened and lifted. Typically, the layer of muscle underneath the skin, known as the SMAS layer, is also lifted to restore a more youthful face shape. The cheeks appear lifted and more rounded and the jawline appears more defined.

The exact technique that Mr Juling Ong will employ will depend on your individual requirements and what you’re hoping to achieve.

During your consultation with Mr Juling Ong will assess the degree of volume loss in the face and also the potential donor sites and the volume of fat that will need to be taken to achieve the results you are hoping for.

Donor sites typically are the abdomen, flanks and outer and inner thighs. Approximately twice the volume of fat has to be harvested as half its volume is lost during the purifying process. Although there are minimal side effects, these will be discussed in full during the consultation.

The fat is removed from the donor area via liposuction and then prepared in a centrifuge. This separates out any blood and oily fluids, leaving the purest form of fat that can then by injected into the face.

Mr Juling Ong will recontour the face with the fat, precisely transplanting the cells in very thin layers to help improve the smoothness and quality of the final result. The procedure is performed as a day case procedure and recovery is usually very quick.

  • Surgery Time

    Up to 2 hours

  • Anaesthetic

    Local or General

  • Hospital Stay

    Day case

  • Time Off Work

    A few days if required

  • Full Recovery

    1 – 2 weeks

Frequently Asked Questions

How best can I prepare for my facial fat grafting procedure?

Getting to your ideal body weight is preferred as further weight fluctuations after your procedure can affect your results. Mr Juling Ong also advises facial fat grafting patients to stop smoking as soon as possible as it seems that fat grafting is less successful in people who smoke.

How soon will I see the results of my fat transfer to the face?

Results are instant, but there will be some swelling and bruising and some of the fat cells will fail to graft which is completely expected. So, the final results will be visible after a couple of months.

Your face should appear fuller and softer and there is often a reported improvement in the texture of the skin.

Is fat transfer to the face permanent?

Hyaluronic acid facial fillers can last between six months to over a year, so facial fat grafting is becoming popular as a longer-lasting solution to facial ageing. Between 50 and 70 per cent of transferred fat will successfully graft to the new area and should remain there permanently, although it will also be affected by the ageing process.

Each patient responds differently and lifestyle factors such as weight fluctuations and smoking can all affect your results and how long they last.

During your consultation, Mr Juling Ong will explain all potential risks and discuss your treatment options in full. Please call us on‬ 020 7927 6528 or email us at info@julingong.com to arrange an appointment.

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Paul lawson
Paul lawson
13:19 05 Sep 22
Absolutely fabulous surgeon. Very caring and relaxing to be with. He fixed my nose after a serious accident. Could... recommend him higherread more
Chris mast
Chris mast
09:44 23 Oct 21
Highly skilled professional surgeon,don't hesitate to send your child to be reviewed by Dr Ong. Very impressed with the... outcome for my daughter..read more
tiantian
tiantian
23:49 08 Jun 21
I saw Dr Juling for a very complicated problem from the past with multiple corrections before.I can tell for sure now... he is one of the best surgeons I can find in London! I had few consultations with him before the surgery. Comparing to other surgeons, he is confident, high skilled, patient and a good listener. All consultations including free follow up were almost 1 hour long without any rush at all,We finally decided to do few procedures including a facelift to address my concerns and repair the face.Fast forward to the day, he made a very detailed & tailored plan. Despite it involves a standard facelift, he didn’t cut into my hairline.I was able to meet friends from day 3. Despite expected swelling, my incision is so short and neat. All my friends would want to see him now. Comparing my incision to some “famous surgeon work”, I can clearly tell how talent he is. My incision is way more short and neat. There is no tension at all at surface level.Juling has the best manner too. He never judges me but listens to my concern and works with me. Whenever I email him my concerns, he always gets back to me so quickly and provides detailed suggestions/advices. I feel incredibly lucky to find him, and I will go no one else if I need anything in future. His work is incredible, amazing and much better than some heavily advertised, highly charged surgeons. I strongly recommend you seeing him if you need anything done/fixed and want to find a kind heart, professional and super talented surgeon.read more
natasha friend
natasha friend
19:13 27 Sep 20
An experienced and professional doctor. He took the time to ensure I understood everything, and had a calm and... friendly manner. I would highly recommend a consultation with him.read more
kate morgan
kate morgan
11:51 25 Sep 20
Would highly recommend mr Ong he was very professional and was able to explain things in a way that puts the parents at... ease and feel reassured. mr Ong was recommended to me by a friend and I would certainly recommend him.read more
Marialeta Moumtzoglou
Marialeta Moumtzoglou
19:58 21 Sep 20
Excellent doctor. Would highly recommend. Personable and friendly, but most importantly exceptional in his field.
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Member of American Society of Plastic Surgeons
Member of BAAPS
Member of BAPRAS

Craniofacial and Paediatric Plastic Surgeon

020 7927 6528
info@julingong.com

BOOK A CONSULTATION

NHS & Private

  • Great Ormond Street Hospital for Children

Private Clinics

  • The Consulting Suite
  • 9 Harley Street

Private Hospitals

  • The Portland Hospital
  • The Wellington Hospital
  • The Weymouth Hospital

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