As we age, the primary driver of a tired or sunken appearance is not just skin laxity, but the loss and descent of deep facial fat pads. At The Plastics Atelier in Omaha, Nebraska, Dr. Brad Hall utilizes Facial Fat Transfer to restore lost volume, smooth deep creases, and improve skin quality using a patient’s own biological material.

This "autologous" approach (using your own tissue) provides a natural-feeling, long-lasting solution for facial rejuvenation.

The Procedure: A Three-Step Refinement

Dr. Hall performs facial fat transfer with meticulous attention to cell viability, ensuring the highest possible "take" rate for a predictable outcome.

1. Harvesting

Using specialized, low-pressure liposuction techniques, Dr. Hall harvests fat from a "donor site," typically the abdomen, flanks, or inner thighs. This gentle approach preserves the integrity of the fat cells.

2. Purification

The harvested fat is processed using a centrifuge or filtration system to separate the healthy, viable fat cells from excess fluids, oils, and impurities. Only the most robust cells are selected for transfer.

3. Micro-Droplet Injection

Dr. Hall uses specialized micro-cannulas to inject the fat in tiny droplets across multiple layers of facial tissue. This "multi-planar" technique ensures the transferred fat is surrounded by healthy tissue and blood supply, which is critical for long-term survival.

Targeted Areas for Rejuvenation

• Temples: Filling "hollow" temples to restore a youthful, heart-shaped facial frame.

• Midface & Cheeks: Restoring the "OG" curve (the youthful curve of the upper cheek).

• Tear Troughs: Smoothing the transition between the lower eyelid and the cheek.

• Nasolabial Folds: Softening the deep lines between the nose and the corners of the mouth.

• Jawline & Chin: Enhancing definition and correcting age-related bone and soft tissue loss.

Combined Procedures

Facial Fat Transfer is rarely performed in isolation at our Omaha practice. Dr. Hall frequently incorporates it into:

• Facelift Surgery: To address both sagging and volume loss for a truly comprehensive rejuvenation.

• Lower Blepharoplasty: Using fat to blend the lid-cheek junction for a seamless under-eye area.

Recovery and What to Expect

• The Procedure: Typically performed under general anesthesia as it is often paired with other procedures.

• Downtime: Expect 7 to 10 days of social downtime.

• The "Settling" Period: Not all transferred fat will survive. Dr. Hall accounts for this during the procedure. Your final, stable result is typically seen at the 3 to 4-month mark.

Restore Your Foundation at The Plastics Atelier

If you are looking for a sustainable, natural approach to facial volume, facial fat transfer may be the ideal solution. Dr. Brad Hall will evaluate your facial structure and donor sites to create a customized plan for structural restoration.

Contact our Omaha, Nebraska office at 402-603-0080 or request your private consultation online.