Facial Fat Grafting
Facial Fat Transfer Surgeon in Princeton, NJ
Princeton Rejuvenation Institute offers expert facial fat grafting in Princeton NJ, performed by top-rated board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Jamie R. Wisser MD FACS. Facial fat grafting transfers the patient's own purified fat to the face to restore lost volume, smooth deep lines, and rejuvenate overall facial contours naturally — with results that look and feel entirely natural. Often combined with facelift surgery for comprehensive facial rejuvenation. For non-surgical volume options, see our injection treatments page. Explore all facial procedures.
What Is Facial Fat Grafting?
Facial fat grafting (facial fat transfer or facial micro-lipoinjection) is a three-step procedure: the patient's own fat is harvested via liposuction from the abdomen, thighs, or flanks; the fat is purified and concentrated through centrifugation; then it is precisely micro-injected into targeted facial areas using thin cannulas. Because the transferred fat is the patient's own tissue, there is zero risk of allergic reaction or rejection — results feel and look completely natural because they are natural.
What Facial Concerns Does Fat Grafting Address?
- Restoring lost cheek volume for a fuller, more youthful midface
- Filling deep nasolabial folds (nose-to-mouth lines)
- Correcting under-eye hollows and tear trough deformity
- Softening marionette lines (mouth-to-chin lines)
- Enhancing lip volume naturally without fillers
- Rejuvenating hollowed temples
- Improving facial symmetry and overall facial balance
- Restoring youthful volume to aging, hollowed cheekbones
How Does Facial Fat Grafting Compare to Injectable Fillers?
Both facial fat grafting and injectable fillers such as Restylane, JUVÉDERM, or RHA Collection effectively restore facial volume. Key differences: fat grafting uses natural tissue with no foreign materials and produces permanent results; fillers are reversible, require no donor site, and produce immediate results with no downtime. For younger patients with mild volume loss, fillers may be the ideal starting point. For patients with significant volume depletion or those planning facelift surgery, fat grafting delivers superior, longer-lasting outcomes. Dr. Wisser helps each patient determine the best approach.
Can Facial Fat Grafting Be Combined with Other Procedures?
Yes — facial fat grafting is most commonly combined with facelift surgery for comprehensive facial rejuvenation that addresses both tissue descent (lifting) and volume loss (filling) simultaneously. It can also be combined with blepharoplasty, brow lift, or performed as a standalone procedure under local anesthesia with minimal recovery.
What Is Facial Fat Grafting Recovery Like?
After facial fat grafting, patients experience swelling and bruising in both the donor area and the face — most resolving within one to two weeks. The face may appear somewhat overfilled initially as expected fat resorption occurs over the first three months. Final, most refined results appear as swelling fully resolves. Combining with facelift surgery means recovery for both procedures can be completed simultaneously.
Schedule Your Facial Fat Grafting Consultation in Princeton NJ
Princeton Rejuvenation Institute is a top-rated #1 facial rejuvenation practice in Princeton NJ, serving East Windsor NJ, Cranbury NJ, and patients from NY. Schedule your consultation or call (609) 448-4000.
