Top-Rated Facial Fat Grafting in Toronto

Find out how to look naturally younger with our facial fat grafting. Using advanced techniques, we precisely transfer your body fat to enhance facial volume and contours, making it a safe way to get fuller cheeks and smoother skin.

Get the look you want with a simple process and quick recovery.

Number of Procedures

1 – 3 procedures

Procedure Duration

1 hour

Recovery Time

2-4 weeks

Cost

$5,800 – $7,500

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Why Choose Facial Fat Grafting?

Facial fat grafting offers a natural and effective solution to improve facial features and fight the signs of aging. This procedure uses your fat to create volume and contour, ensuring compatibility and reducing the risk of allergic reactions. Here’s why it stands out:

Natural Results: The procedure uses your fat, ensuring that improvements look and feel natural. This approach blends perfectly with your facial features, avoiding the “exaggerated” look associated with some synthetic fillers.
Long-lasting results: It provides results that can last for years, outperforming many other fillers that require frequent touch-ups. This durability makes it an economical cosmetic solution.
Double Benefits: This procedure enhances the target facial area and reduces the size of the donor area, offering body contouring as an added benefit. It’s like two treatments in one.
Safety: Using your fat significantly reduces the risk of allergic reactions and complications. The body is more likely to accept its tissue, making it a safer alternative with fewer side effects.

Who is a Facial Fat Grafting Candidate?

Facial fat grafting is an innovative solution for people seeking to rejuvenate their appearance and solve specific aesthetic problems. Ideal candidates for this procedure are those who experience:

Loss of volume: People who notice hollows or sunken areas on the face, especially around the cheeks, under the eyes, or temples, can greatly benefit from the volume restoration that fat grafting offers.
Fine lines and wrinkles: Those looking to smooth out the early signs of aging, such as fine lines and wrinkles, will find that the added volume promotes a smoother, more youthful look.
Facial Asymmetries or Contour Irregularities: Fat grafting can provide a customized solution to enhance symmetry and balance if you’re concerned about asymmetrical features or uneven facial contours.
Scars from acne or injury: People with visible scars from acne or injury may benefit from facial fat grafting. The extra volume can reduce the appearance of scars and improve skin texture.

Facial Fat Grafting Surgery Before & After

See real-life examples of our patients’ journeys, showcasing the beautiful results achieved through expert surgical techniques and personalized care.

How to Prepare for a Facial Fat Grafting

Preparing for facial fat grafting is important for a successful procedure and optimal results. Here’s how to prepare for the transformation:

Consultation with Plastic Surgeons
Clearly communicate with your surgeon about your aesthetic goals and expectations. Provide a medical history, including any medications, allergies, or previous surgeries.
Medication Adjustments
Your surgeon may advise you to stop taking certain medications or supplements that can increase bleeding risk, such as aspirin, ibuprofen, and vitamin E.
Quit Smoking
Smoking can interfere with healing, so it is recommended to quit smoking at least a few weeks before and after the procedure.
Arrange for Assistance
Plan for someone to drive you home after the procedure and, if possible, stay with you for the first 24 hours.
Pre-Operative Instructions
Follow your surgeon's instructions regarding fasting before the procedure, usually no food or drink after midnight.

The Benefits of the Facial Fat Grafting

Minimally Invasive with Lower Risks

“>Facial fat grafting is less invasive than traditional facelifts, allowing for a quicker recovery period with less discomfort and swelling.

One-Time Procedure

Many patients achieve their desired outcome with just one procedure, without the need for frequent touch-ups.

Eco-Friendly Option

Facial fat grafting is a natural alternative to synthetic fillers. It eliminates the need for chemical materials, which is consistent with the individual’s environmental values.

Stages of the Facial Fat Grafting Process

Personalized Assessment

The journey begins with a consultation, where your surgeon evaluates your facial structure, discusses your aesthetic goals, and determines your suitability for the procedure.

Fat Harvesting

A suitable area with excess fat, such as the abdomen or thighs, is chosen as the donor site. Fat is extracted using liposuction, ensuring the integrity of the fat cells is maintained.

Fat Preparation

Anesthesia is given to ensure comfort during the procedure. This could be general anesthesia or intravenous sedation.

Fat Injection

The prepared fat is carefully injected into targeted areas of the face, layering the fat to sculpt and achieve the desired volume and shape.

Post-Procedure Care

You'll undergo a period of recovery, experiencing some swelling and bruising, with specific instructions provided to support healing.

Results Evaluation

While some results are immediate, the final outcome of facial fat grafting becomes more apparent as swelling subsides and the fat integrates with the facial tissues.

Aftercare Instructions for Facial Fat Grafting

Proper aftercare is necessary after a facial fat grafting procedure to ensure optimal healing and best results. Here are the basic care instructions to follow:

Rest and Elevation
Keep your head elevated, even while sleeping, for the first few days to minimize swelling.
Follow Prescription Guidelines
Take any prescribed medications, including antibiotics and pain relievers, as directed by your surgeon to manage discomfort and prevent infection.
Limit Physical Activity
Avoid strenuous activity and exercise for at least two weeks or until your surgeon gives you the go-ahead to ensure the transferred fat remains intact.
Gentle Cleansing
Wash your face carefully. Avoid rubbing or massaging treated areas. If your skin feels dry, use a light moisturizer, but avoid over-applying.
Avoid Sun Exposure
Keep the treated areas protected from direct sunlight. Use a high-SPF sunscreen once your surgeon advises it's safe to do so.
No Smoking or Alcohol
Avoid smoking and limit alcohol consumption, as this may impede the healing process and affect results.
Attend All Follow-Ups
Go to all scheduled follow-up appointments with your surgeon to monitor your healing process and discuss any concerns.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

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How does Dr. McRae tailor the facelift procedure for each patient?

Dr. McRae customizes each procedure to the individual’s unique facial structure, aging process, and desired outcome, employing techniques that may include repositioning of facial tissues. The incorporation of complementary procedures like facial fat grafting and skin rejuvenating peels exemplifies their commitment to cutting-edge care.

Am I a suitable candidate for facial fat grafting?

Ideal candidates for facial fat grafting are individuals seeking to address volume loss, wrinkles, or hollow areas in the face. Candidates should have sufficient donor fat for harvesting, be in good overall health, and have realistic expectations about the outcome of the procedure. A consultation with a qualified cosmetic surgeon can determine if facial fat grafting is the right option for you.

What areas of the face can be treated with facial fat grafting?

Facial fat grafting can be used to enhance various areas of the face, including the cheeks, temples, lips, nasolabial folds (smile lines), marionette lines, and areas of sunkenness or hollowing. The procedure can restore youthful volume and improve facial contours for a more refreshed appearance.

What is the recovery process like after facial fat grafting?

Recovery from facial fat grafting typically involves some swelling, bruising, and discomfort at both the donor and recipient sites. Patients may need to take a few days off from work and avoid strenuous activities for a couple of weeks. Results gradually improve as swelling subsides, with final results becoming apparent within a few months.

How long do the results of facial fat grafting last?

While individual results may vary, the transferred fat cells that survive the grafting process can provide long-lasting volume enhancement. However, some degree of fat absorption is normal over time. Maintaining a stable weight and following a healthy lifestyle can help preserve the results of facial fat grafting for years to come.

How do Dr. Mark and Matthew McRae approach aesthetic surgery?

They believe in a minimalist approach that yields the maximum results, focusing on the least number of interventions to achieve the desired aesthetic goal.

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Meet Our Surgeons

At McRae Plastic Surgery, our practice centers around our board-certified plastic surgeons. Dr. Mark McRae and Dr. Matthew McRae are dedicated to continuous learning and have undergone rigorous training, ensuring a comprehensive approach to patient care.

Dr. Mark McRae

Surgeon

Dr. Matthew McRae

Surgeon

McRae Plastic Surgery

Located in: Toronto, Canada

Address: 30 Bond Street Martin Family Center, B1 (Ground Level), Donnelly Wing, Toronto, ON M5B 1W8, Canada

Hours:
Monday 8:30 AM–3:30 PM
Tuesday 12:30 AM–4 PM
Wednesday 8:30 AM–3:30 PM
Thursday 12:30 AM–4 PM
Friday 8 AM–3:30 PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

Phone: +1 (416) 638-3499

Province: Ontario

Top-Rated Facial Fat Grafting in Toronto

Why Choose Facial Fat Grafting?

Who is a Facial Fat Grafting Candidate?

Facial Fat Grafting Surgery Before & After