Worried About Side Effects of Facial Fat Grafting? Be Sure to Check This First

Worried About Side Effects of Facial Fat Grafting?

Be Sure to Check This First

<Real case of facial fat grafting at DM Plastic Surgery>

Hello, this is DM Plastic Surgery🥰

In your 20s, the plump fullness of baby fat may have been a concern, but as time goes by,

areas such as the cheekbones, temples, and nasolabial folds tend to lose volume significantly.

When this happens, the facial bones become more prominent,

the face line can look uneven, and you may look older than your actual age,

or have a sharper impression😢

In such cases, the main cause is often not simply sagging skin,

but a lack of the volume (fat) that supports the face in a three-dimensional way.

So today, we’d like to talk about facial fat grafting, which softens a flat and sharp impression without shaving bone

and helps restore a natural, lively look😊

Would you like to take a look at what facial fat grafting is, whether making it excessively full is always better,

and how to avoid side effects of facial fat grafting?👀

💡 What is facial fat grafting?

When people hear “facial fat grafting,” many think it is a surgery that makes the face look

full and puffy.

But in reality, it is less about excessively enlarging the face and more about

filling in hollowed or sunken areas to restore

the overall balance and three-dimensional contour

of the face😊

If fat that is unnecessary for your body (from the buttocks, thighs, abdomen, etc.) is harvested

and appropriately grafted only to the areas that truly need it,

the face can actually look smaller and more defined,

creating a youthful face👀✨

That is why, after surgery, people are more likely to say,

“Your face looks softer and younger,” rather than

“Your face got bigger.”

💡 DM’s special fresh fat grafting

In general fat grafting, the remaining fat after the first surgery is often frozen and stored,

then thawed and used again for the second procedure.

However, when frozen fat cells are reused like this,

the survival rate is lower than in the first procedure,

and the likelihood of inflammation can also increase😔

That is why at DM Plastic Surgery,

we never use frozen fat even for the second procedure🙅🏻‍♀️

We harvest and use only “fresh, unfrozen fat” each time,

which lowers the risk of side effects while improving the survival rate so that it settles more beautifully,

ultimately increasing customer satisfaction.

💡 The “low-injection method” for a natural result

At DM Plastic Surgery, we do not simply focus on

pushing fat into empty areas.

Rather than injecting a large amount without distinction, a board-certified plastic surgeon creates a customized 1:1 plan after considering each person’s skin thickness,

the movement of facial muscles, and elasticity,

and performs the procedure personally.

Because we use a “low-injection method” that injects small amounts precisely,

vascular formation stabilizes, the survival rate increases,

and early prevention of skin sagging is also possible.

We believe that what matters most is creating a look that feels beautiful and natural, as if it has always been yours,

not only when you are resting but also when you smile broadly or make facial expressions🌷✨

💡 We recommend DM facial fat grafting for:

✅ People who look older because of sunken volume ✅ People whose angular face makes them look stern ✅ People who want to improve facial lines without bone-shaving contour surgery ✅ People who are concerned about the side effects of implants ✅ People who were disappointed by the short-lasting results of petit procedures ✅ People who want softer facial lines

At DM Plastic Surgery, we recommend fat grafting for people with these concerns.

It is a subtle change, but you can expect a softer first impression

and a more youthful look🥰

💡 Recovery process and precautions,

please be sure to remember!

Facial fat grafting is not only about the surgery itself; the results can vary greatly depending on how you manage yourself afterward.

For the fat that has been carefully added to settle beautifully on your face,

there are several precautions you must follow😊

✔ Swelling and bruising are a natural part of the process🧊

Swelling may feel the worst on days 2 to 3 after surgery.

At that time, it is best not to overdo things and to rest.

Although it varies by person, after about a week the major swelling subsides,

and normal daily life becomes sufficiently possible✨

✔ Do not press on or rub your face hard🙅‍♀️

Until the grafted fat survives and fully settles,

it is very vulnerable to outside pressure.

If strong pressure is applied to the face, such as by receiving facial massage or sleeping face down,

the fat may spread out or change shape.

When sleeping, we recommend using a slightly higher pillow

and lying down in a proper position🛌

✔ Please avoid excessive dieting for a while🥗

After fat grafting, if you lose weight,

the valuable fat you carefully added

may be lost along with other body fat😢

For about one to two months after surgery, maintaining your weight while

eating a balanced diet is the fastest way to increase the survival rate!

✔ No smoking and no drinking are not optional, but essential🚭🍷

Alcohol and cigarettes constrict blood vessels and cause inflammation,

making them major enemies that interfere with fat cells surviving.

For a healthy and beautiful volume, please be sure to avoid them for at least one month❗

Face washing and light makeup can be started carefully according to the hospital’s instructions,

and strenuous exercise can raise the temperature of the face,

so it is best to avoid it for about a month💦

Fat grafting does not end simply with filling in volume.

At DM Plastic Surgery, we carefully monitor your progress even after surgery,

and we stay with you until the end, taking responsibility so that you can achieve the most natural and satisfying result.

<Real case of facial fat grafting at DM Plastic Surgery>

If the hollow, aged-looking fat in your face has been bothering you,

at DM Plastic Surgery, take your time and find a natural volume

that suits your face shape🌸

DM Plastic Surgery’s chief director, Dr. Lee Joo-hong,

personally oversees everything one-on-one, from consultation to surgery

and postoperative follow-up.

Based on extensive clinical experience and know-how,

we perform surgery safely and carefully.

If you are considering facial fat grafting or have any questions,

please feel free to contact us anytime💖

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