Dr. Steven Rueda is one of the most sought after plastic surgeons in Palm Beach specializing in fat grafting surgery. His attention to detail and methodical technique create beautiful and natural results. Fat grating is used in the face as a more natural replacement to injectable synthetic fillers. The goal of fat grafting is to enhance shape and volume to the face. It is typically used to augment the cheek and lip volume. It is also frequently used to soften wrinkles and prominent facial folds, creating a more youthful appearance. If you are located in Lake Worth, Jupiter, West Palm Beach, Wellington, Palm Springs or any other surrounding cities, contact us today to learn more.
FAT GRAFTING PROCEDURE
Dr. Rueda has no preferred area of the body to take the fat from. The scientific studies have not shown any fat being superior for facial enhancement. Dr. Rueda prefers to work with the patient and select an area of the body where fat removal may provide some cosmetic benefit. After processed, the fat is placed in syringes and injected with the help of specialized cannulas in the desired location. The majority of the injected fat incorporates into the body as living fat cells and gain and loose weight with the patient.
Cannula Entry Site
Made and hidden in the desired area of excess fatty tissue.
Areas Corrected
Nasolabial folds, lips, cheeks, eye area, other facial folds.
Cannula Entry Site
Made and hidden in the nasolabial folds, lip folds, or other facial folds.
Areas Corrected
Nasolabial folds, lips, cheeks, eye area, other facial folds.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Patients with facial folds, loss of facial fat volume, and thin lips are all good candidates. In your consultation with Dr. Rueda your case is individually analyzed and the best recommendation is made.
Most patients seeking fat grafting surgery are between 40-70 years of age. However, this procedure can create great improvements in facial volume in patients of all ages.
They type of anesthesia is highly dependent on the patient. Most of these procedure are performed with local anesthesia and sedation, however, some patients have it done comfortably under local anesthetic.
Your fat grafting surgery will be performed in Precision Plastic Surgery Palm Beach by Dr. Steven Rueda in our office operating room. In very selected cases, the surgery may be performed at a local hospital or ambulatory surgery center in Palm Beach.
Yes! In fact many patients choose to have their fat grafting surgery along with facelift surgery. It can be combined safely and with great results.