Volume from your own body, for results that feel natural.
Fat transfer uses your own fat to restore volume where you have lost it, so there is no foreign material and a very natural feel. At Prism Aesthetics Clinic, our board-certified surgeons offer Fat Transfer Surgery in Dubai to refresh the face, enhance contours and rebalance proportions. The procedure also slims the area the fat is taken from, so you gain definition in two places at once. Read on to see how it works, what recovery is like and what it costs.
Quick Facts:
- Type of Procedure: Surgical volume restoration using your own fat
- Treatment Time: About 1 to 3 hours, depending on the areas treated
- Anesthesia: Local with sedation, or general (your surgeon will advise)
- Pain: Mild to moderate, well controlled with medication
- Downtime: Around 1 to 2 weeks before returning to most activities
- Results: Gradual as swelling settles, with a final look after a few months
- Best For: Volume loss, hollow areas, flat contours and uneven shape
- Initial Consultation: Free
What Is Fat Transfer Surgery?
Fat transfer, also called fat grafting, moves fat from one part of your body to another. Your surgeon gently collects fat from an area such as the abdomen or thighs using a fine cannula, purifies it, and injects it in small amounts into the area that needs volume. Because it is your own tissue, the result feels soft and natural. A portion of the transferred fat is naturally absorbed in the first months, which your surgeon plans for, and the fat that survives usually lasts long term.
Aim of Fat Transfer Surgery:
- Restore volume lost with age
- Define and balance facial contours such as the cheeks and chin
- Smooth hollows under the eyes, in the temples or in the cheeks
- Rejuvenate areas such as the hands
- Reduce stubborn fat in the donor area at the same time
Who Should Consider Fat Transfer Surgery?
Fat transfer may suit you if you:
- Have lost facial volume or notice hollowing
- Want a natural option without implants or synthetic fillers
- Have enough fat in a donor area such as the abdomen, hips or thighs
- Are in good general health and do not smoke
- Have realistic expectations about the result
If you are very slim and have little fat to spare, other options such as fillers or implants may suit you better. Your surgeon will tell you honestly which route is best.
Types Of Fat Transfer Surgery at Prism Aesthetics Clinic:
| Type | Features | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Cheek Fat Transfer | Adds natural volume and lift to the mid-face | Flat or hollow cheeks |
| Chin Fat Transfer | Adds subtle projection and shape to the chin | Mildly receding chin |
| Under-Eye / Temple Fat Transfer | Smooths hollows and tear troughs | Tired or sunken look |
| Hand Fat Transfer | Restores volume to thin, aged hands | Visible veins and tendons |
| Body Fat Transfer | Adds volume or shape to areas of the body | Contour balance and symmetry |
Your surgeon recommends the areas and the plan after examining you. For more detail, see our Cheek Fat Transfer and Chin Fat Transfer pages, or learn about Hand Rejuvenation.
How to Prepare for Fat Transfer Surgery?
- Stop smoking well before surgery, as it affects healing and fat survival
- Avoid blood thinners such as aspirin and ibuprofen unless your doctor says otherwise
- Tell your doctor about all medicines, supplements and allergies
- Avoid alcohol before the procedure
- Follow fasting instructions if you are having sedation or general anesthesia
- Keep your weight stable in the weeks before surgery
- Arrange a lift home and some help for the first days
Procedure of Fat Transfer Surgery:
- Initial Consultation: Your surgeon examines your face or body, discusses your goals, explains the plan and sets out the cost clearly.
- Marking: The donor area and the areas to be treated are marked.
- Anesthesia: You receive local anesthesia with sedation, or general anesthesia.
- Fat Harvesting: A small amount of fat is gently collected from the donor area through tiny incisions.
- Fat Purification: The fat is cleaned and prepared for transfer.
- Injection: Your surgeon places the fat in small amounts into the treatment areas to build natural, even volume.
- Dressing: Small dressings are applied, and a compression garment is fitted over the donor area if needed.
What To Expect After the Surgery?
- Swelling and bruising in the donor area and the treated areas
- The treated area may look fuller at first, as swelling settles over a few weeks
- Mild numbness or tightness, which usually improves
- Some of the fat is absorbed in the first months, so the shape refines over time
- A touch-up session may be advised if more volume is wanted
Recovery Timeline:
| Timeframe | What To Expect |
|---|---|
| Day 1-3 | Swelling, bruising and mild discomfort; rest with your head raised |
| Week 1 | Bruising fades; many patients return to light work |
| Week 2-3 | Swelling settles; most routines back to normal |
| Week 4-6 | Return to exercise once your surgeon approves |
| Month 3-6 | Swelling resolved and the final result appears |
How To Care For The Treated Areas After Surgery?
- Avoid pressing, massaging or sleeping on the treated areas, as your surgeon advises
- Wear any compression garment exactly as instructed
- Use cold compresses as advised
- Avoid heavy exercise and straining until cleared
- Keep incisions clean and follow washing instructions
- Keep your weight stable to protect the result
- Avoid smoking and alcohol while healing
- Attend all follow-up visits and call us if you notice unusual swelling, redness or fever
Benefits of our Fat Transfer Surgery:
- Natural volume using your own tissue
- A soft, natural feel with no synthetic material
- Long-lasting results from the fat that survives
- Slimming of the donor area at the same time
- Small, discreet incisions
- Board-certified surgeons, clear costs and honest advice
Cost of Fat Transfer Surgery in Dubai:
The cost depends on the areas treated, the amount of fat needed, the anesthesia and the surgeon’s experience. Your exact price is confirmed after your free consultation, before you agree to anything.
| Type of Procedure | Cost (AED) |
|---|---|
| Cheek Fat Transfer | [Add price] |
| Chin Fat Transfer | [Add price] |
| Full Face Fat Transfer | [Add price] |
| Hand Fat Transfer | [Add price] |
What Affects the Cost?
- Number and size of the areas treated
- Donor area and amount of fat harvested
- Type of anesthesia and facility fees
- Surgeon’s qualifications and experience
- Follow-up visits and any touch-up sessions
Book Us Now
Ready for natural volume from your own body? Book your free consultation for Fat Transfer Surgery in Dubai at Prism Aesthetics Clinic. Our board-certified surgeons will assess your face or body, explain your options and costs, and tell you honestly what to expect, with no pressure to book on the day.
