Face
Fat Grafting
A refined, individualized approach to fat grafting, designed to enhance your natural features with results that look and feel like you.
Overview
What is Fat Grafting?
Fat grafting takes fat from one area of your body, purifies it, and transfers it to add natural volume where it’s been lost, commonly the face, cheeks, or hands. Because it uses your own tissue, results feel soft and look completely natural.
Dr. Leppard’s approach prioritizes results that are refined, balanced, and true to each patient’s natural features. During your consultation he takes the time to understand what you want to achieve, then explains every option, tradeoff, and realistic outcome so you can make an informed decision.
To learn whether fat grafting is right for you, the best next step is a personal consultation.
At a glance
Candidacy
Who is a good candidate for Fat Grafting?
- Volume loss in the face, such as hollow cheeks or under-eye hollows
- Patients who prefer a natural option to synthetic fillers
- Enough donor fat in areas like the abdomen or thighs
Recovery
Fat Grafting recovery timeline
- Typical downtime
- About 1 to 2 weeks
- Back to work
- About 1 week
- Exercise
- About 2 to 3 weeks
- Final results
- 3 to 6 months
Every patient heals differently. Dr. Leppard will give you a personal recovery plan.
FAQ
Fat Grafting frequently asked questions
How long does fat grafting last?
A portion of transferred fat is naturally absorbed in the first few months. The fat that remains is living tissue and can last for many years.
Where does the fat come from?
Fat is gently removed with liposuction from an area such as the abdomen, flanks, or thighs, then purified and placed where volume is needed.
Is fat grafting better than fillers?
Fat grafting uses your own tissue and can last longer than fillers, but it requires a surgical procedure. Fillers are quicker with no downtime. Dr. Leppard can help you decide which fits your goals.
This information is general and does not replace a medical consultation. Individual results vary.
Your Journey
What to Expect
Consultation
An unhurried conversation with Dr. Leppard to understand your goals and review candidacy.
Personalized Plan
A tailored surgical plan Dr. Leppard reviews with you personally before your procedure.
The Procedure
Every surgery is performed by Dr. Leppard himself, alongside his experienced surgical team.
Recovery & Follow-up
Attentive, personal support throughout your recovery, because the outcome doesn’t end in the OR.
Consultations
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