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Fat Transfer – Baton Rouge, LA

OVERVIEW

Baton Rouge, LA plastic surgeon, Dr. Erick Sanchez, is an acclaimed specialist in fat transfer surgery (fat grafting) and helps patients to achieve their aesthetic goals by using their own body tissue. By removing fat using liposuction in areas of excess, Dr. Sanchez then uses an advanced surgical method to purify the fat, so that it is safe to inject into and shape other parts of the body. Fat transfer treatments are commonly performed in the cheeks, lips, breasts, and buttocks, where additional fullness and volume are desired. The added volume can result in a patient looking healthier, more proportioned, and/or more youthful looking.

BEST CANDIDATES

Patients that desire to have a fat transfer must meet the following qualifications:

They must have an adequate amount of available fat to extract
They must have good skin laxity and tone
They should be in good health and a non-smoker

WHERE IS FAT TRANSFER USED?

Common areas for fat transfer include the face for facial rejuvenation. This includes fat grafting for under the eyes, within the cheeks and lips. Fat transfers are also common for laugh lines, as well as under the chin. One of our specialty procedures is gluteal reshaping, which involves a fat transfer to the buttocks, otherwise known as a Brazilian butt lift. Fat grafting helps to correct contour irregularities that may result from over aggressive liposuction and is often used during breast reconstruction following a mastectomy. Finally, rejuvenation of the hands using fat from the patient’s own body can create gorgeous results, hiding obvious veins and tendons that become more apparent with age.

What to Expect

Our talented staff will evaluate your overall health, the area(s) of available fat, as well as your skin quality. The area(s) to have grafting will also be evaluated to judge its suitability for receiving grafts. This evaluation will help us develop your individual plan. During the consultation, our team encourages you to discuss any areas of your appearance that concern you as well what you hope to accomplish with surgery. This will help us understand your goals and expectations and determine whether they can be realistically achieved.

Fat Grafting/Transfer Recovery

Swelling and bruising are expected in the areas where fat was removed and transplanted, although it will vary between patients. The swelling and bruising will start to resolve within 1-2 weeks after surgery. A compression garment may be necessary if larger amounts of fat are removed. Most patients can resume modest activity in 7-10 days if small amounts of fat are removed and in 6-8 weeks if large amounts of fat grafts are removed. Complete recovery from fat grafting surgery usually occurs in 6 months.

Expected Cost

The cost for a fat transfer to the face will vary and averages $3,000 in office. Factors that affect pricing include the area size of the transfer, how much fat is removed, liposuction method, etc. A complete breakdown of the pricing will be detailed in the treatment plan.

Get Natural Results Today!

If you have an area on the body that has low volume due to weight loss, aging or genetics, a fat transfer may be a great option to consider. We invite you to schedule a consultation with our staff today so that we can assess the areas for treatment. Fat transfers result in a smooth, fuller shape and can be placed in areas as small as the lips, or as large as the buttocks.

REVIEWS

I researched abdominoplasty for months before I had a consultation with Dr Sanchez and his team. They were so available and patient with me through all of my questions even before I finally secured my surgery date. My husband attended my post op appointment with me and I was so impressed with how attentive Dr Sanchez was while he educated him on what was about to happen. I knew I would be pleased but my results exceeded my expectations and I’m so extremely happy!

Veronica

Dr. Sanchez is extremely honest, helpful, accommodating, and skilled. He is upfront about expectations as well as understanding of a patient’s wants. His bedside manner is collected, patient, and overall just wonderful. I really love this plastic surgery clinic and I definitely recommend!!

Carson

Dr. Sanchez performed tummy tuck with 360 lipo I am currently 11 weeks post op and I cannot thank him enough for the awesome job he done and with the great bedside manner.... prior to choosing Sanchez I consulted with several local physicians and also surgeons in Miami and Dominican Republic. Decided on Sanchez due to his warm and welcoming and patient manner during my initial consultation. My surgery was on a Friday Dr. Sanchez gave my husband his personal cell phone number to contact him if I had any issues over the weekend that itself made me know that i had chosen the right doctor for my procedure..., I have absolutely no complaints about Dr. Sanchez or his entire staff and my results are amazing.

Aqunia

Simply the BEST. If you are checking reviews to make your decision on a Dr. stop here. Dr. Sanchez is hands down the best. My results are amazing, his talent speaks for its self. I look forward to trips to the office, his staff is super friendly and Dr. Sanchez always makes you feel so comfortable. 10/10 all of the time!

Megan

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