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Fat Transfer in Phoenix, AZ

Those living in and around Phoenix, Scottsdale, Paradise Valley and the surrounding communities of Arizona who have facial areas that appear creased and sunken no longer have a reason to worry. They can turn to board-certified facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon Dr. Farhan Taghizadeh at Arizona Facial Plastics, PC for fat transfer in the face to give them a fuller, healthier appearance.

What Are Fat Transfers?

During a fat transfer, your doctor takes the fat from one part of your body, such as your stomach or thighs, and injects it into your face. Once injected, the fat can fill in a variety of indentations, from laugh lines to crow’s feet to acne scars and more. The doctor can even graft the fat into specific places in order to reduce the lines between the nose and the mouth, eliminate the wrinkles in your forehead or counteract sunken or depressed areas of the skin. The procedure is a relatively quick one, generally taking less than four hours and can be fully recovered from in under two weeks.

Benefits of Fat Transfers

Fat transfers are becoming a very popular cosmetic procedure, not only to correct facial issues, but also for other reasons. Here are some of the most compelling benefits of a facial fat transfer:

  • Whereas other facial corrective procedures use dermal fillers, fat transfers use fat from your own body, which is less likely to have negative side effects.
  • The procedure is completely safe and provides natural results that will last.
  • The surgery is non-invasive.
  • It reduces wrinkles, laugh lines, sunken cheeks, acne scars and a variety of other facial and body issues.

What Is the Procedure for a Fat Transfer?

A fat transfer treatment takes place over several appointments with Dr. Taghizadeh. During your consultation, he will discuss with you the best place to remove excess fat from your body. Then, you’ll schedule an appointment a few weeks before your surgery to talk about the details of the process and ensure that you understand your recovery.

Dr. Taghizadeh uses an injection that allows you to stay awake and alert as he removes the fat, but you will not feel any pain or discomfort. He applies a needle which is connected to a liposuction machine to gently extract fat from your body. Dr. Taghizadeh places the material in a separate container for later use. He may also run the fat through a purifying centrifuge.

After removing the fat from the designated spots, Dr. Taghizadeh will make a small injection in your facial skin and insert the material. These cells work similar to a skin graft, attaching themselves and forming a healthy, natural bond that plumps and lifts the skin.

Fat Transfer Recovery

After the fat transfer procedure, you may notice some swelling and slight discomfort. Dr. Taghizadeh will send you home with medications that will help with symptoms. A fat transfer patient will usually spend the first three to four days resting in a horizontal position. Some patients report decreased appetite and some find physical activities to be painful. The discomfort typically dissipates after a few days and within two weeks you will likely return to work and your normal daily routine.

How Much Does a Fat Transfer Cost in Phoenix?

Most insurance companies consider plastic surgery to be an elective procedure and do not offer coverage for these procedures; a fat transfer is usually excluded from policies. In order to make fat transfer and other plastic surgeries financially accessible and affordable, Arizona Facial Plastics, PC, accepts cash, check and credit cards. In addition, financing is offered through Prosper® Healthcare Lending and CareCredit®. If you have any questions about the fat transfer procedure, recovery, costs or financing options at Arizona Facial Plastics, PC, please give us a call.

Is a Fat Transfer Right for Me?

How do you know if you’re a good candidate for a fat transfer? First, you must be generally healthy and want to improve your overall facial appearance in a natural way. If you want to fill in your face for a rejuvenated appearance, contact Dr. Taghizadeh for a consultation. He’ll explain the process to you and how it can make the skin on your face plumper and smoother, helping to make lines and indentations disappear. He’ll help you determine whether or not there’s a suitable fat deposit on your body to take from and show you how the procedure is performed.

What to Expect During Your Fat Transfer Consultation

During your private consultation, Dr. Taghizadeh will examine you and discuss the details of a potential fat transfer, including determining whether or not you are a good candidate for the procedure. He may recommend spreading the process out over the course of multiple treatments.

For patients seeking fat transfer injections, board-certified facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon Dr. Farhan Taghizadeh, provides safe, effective, fat transfer injections for interested patients in and around Phoenix, Scottsdale, Paradise Valley and the surrounding communities of Arizona. Contact our office to schedule your consultation.

Patient Testimonials

"From the moment I walked in the door the staff was friendly and made me feel comfortable. Stacey explained the procedure in detail and answered all my questions. The procedure went well and I am very happy with my results . I look forward to many more visits!" - Marie Calvin
"Camille did my laser hair removal treatments, and I couldn't be happier with the results! The treatments were quick and painless. Camille was very professional and took the time to answer all of questions. I will continue to visit Camille for my future hair removal and skin care needs!" - Alyssa Long
"I love Stacey over at Arizona Facial Plastics. Great experience and great staff! Very happy with results and highly recommend them to everyone." - Kendra Nelson
"I saw Camille at Arizona Facial Plastics for a facial and skin care recommendations. I could not have been more pleased with my experience. Camille is extremely knowledgeable and professional. My skin looked amazing after and I recommend her to everyone I know. Camille is the only one I trust with my skin care and I will continue seeing her often and long term." - Jessica Morris
"Love the skin care products Stacey recommends! She keeps my face smooth and acne free. Highly recommend this talented aesthetician!" - Anthony Onofrio
"I had the best experience with Stacey. She was so nice and courteous and made me feel really comfortable and at ease. I'd highly recommend Arizona Facial Plastics and in particular Stacey. You won't be disappointed." - Alex Popovic
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"Wanting to look more awake, but not wanting to have my eyelids cut (and possibly end up looking like someone else entirely- yikes)...I decided to have CO2 laser performed around my eyes by Dr. Taghizadeh last week. The procedure was fast, pretty painless (thanks to their amazing numbing cream) and while I was red and puffy for a few days, my eyes are already more open and my under eye…" - Susie Wesley
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"Stacey did an incredible job with my Vivace treatment. It was painless, she was extremely professional, and the results are amazing. My skin is beautiful and the wrinkles around my eyes are greatly diminished. Lovely!" - Felicia Taghizadeh
"I experienced the Vivace micro needling with RF on my face and neck. I am VERY pleased to note that my face looks and feels more firm, like there is an extra layer of fullness beneath the skin. Exactly what I hoped to achieve! I liked that the treatments did not require me to hide out at home afterwards. At 53, my neck was changing drastically but the Vivace treatment…" - Lucia Burns
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"Beautiful office with friendly and helpful staff. Camille was very professional and my skin looks better already!" - Janel Schneider
"Dr T and Camille are great. My skin looks so much better now after the treatments I have done." - Brandie Cochran
"I had such a great experience at this office! It is a gorgeous facility with staff that truly cares about the patients. I will be returning for more microneeding treatments. Thank you!!!" - Lauren Hall
"I am extremely honored to give Dr. T (and staff) my 5 star rating. I had to have emergency reconstructive surgery to my face and left orbital eye socket caused by an accident. Dr. T’s back was against the wall as to performing the procedure in a timely manner or I could have lost normal vision to my left eye. The procedure went flawless and I’m totally satisfied with the…" - Daniel W.
"I love Dr. T and his staff. They are thorough, honest and knowledgeable. From my first visit, I have always been treated with great care and like part of the family. My skin, after treatments, has less visible wrinkles, reduced sun damage and an overall more radiant and youthful feel. They practice cutting edge science and medicine – no snake oils in sight! Go see Dr. T and his team." - Majdah A.
"Dear Dr. T, My gratitude to you. Your support and explanations for possible facial surgeries were very reassuring. Also, your generosity for the gifts of facial treatments was very touching. Thank you for everything and I am excited to see the final results!" - Diane.
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