Fat Grafting in Houston, TX

Name: Fat Grafting
Brand: Eisemann Plastic Surgery Center
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Take a more natural approach to restoring lost facial volume with fat grafting. At Eisemann Plastic Surgery Center, our surgeons focus on careful, strategic enhancements that rejuvenate the face without creating overdone or artificial-looking results.

What Is Fat Grafting?

Fat grafting, also known as facial fat grafting or fat transfer, is a specialized process that injects purified fat cells from the patient’s own body into the face, helping restore lost volume and smooth the skin. The fat cells will be injected directly into the face’s existing soft tissue, helping it seamlessly integrate into your facial structure. Because the injected fat comes from other areas of the patient’s body, many people prefer it as a natural alternative to dermal fillers or facial implants. Here, fat grafting in Houston can address the following concerns:

Lost volume in the cheeks, temples, midface, or peri-orbital region
Facial asymmetry
Fine lines and wrinkles
Shallow facial scarring
Poor skin quality

Naturally Rejuvenate the Face

Many of our Houston patients turn to facial fat grafting as a less invasive option for facial rejuvenation. While every patient has their own motivations for seeking surgery, our fat transfers help patients achieve the following benefits:

Restored volume in the cheeks, temples, and midface
Softened fine lines, wrinkles, and eye creases
Improved facial balance
Correction of mild facial asymmetry
Refinement of shallow facial scars
A softer, more youthful appearance
Long-lasting results with a more natural approach
Increased confidence and comfort

Are You a Good Candidate for Facial Fat Grafting in Houston?

Ideal candidates for facial fat grafting are healthy, non-smoking adults who have noticed gradual facial volume loss, whether due to aging, weight loss, or genetics.

You should have realistic expectations for the procedure and be at or near a stable weight. During your initial consultation, Dr. Eisemann will examine your face and intended donor area to confirm your candidacy.

The Eisemann Difference

When you choose Eisemann Plastic Surgery Center for your fat grafting in Houston, you choose an experience rooted in compassionate, family-driven care and clinical excellence. Our leader, Dr. Michael Eisemann, is a triple board-certified, award-winning plastic surgeon with a background in fine arts, ensuring balanced, proportionate results for every patient. He and his son, Dr. Bradley Eisemann, a board-certified and fellowship-trained plastic surgeon, build customized surgical plans that celebrate, not overpower, each patient’s natural beauty.

As a true father-son team, our patient care philosophy is guided by family treatment.

Your Private Consultation

Every patient’s journey at Eisemann Plastic Surgery Center begins with a one-on-one consultation at our Houston practice. There, you’ll discuss your aesthetic goals, concerns, and medical history, and Dr. Eisemann will assess your facial balance, skin quality, and donor site fat distribution to determine if facial fat grafting is right for you. Together, you’ll decide which areas of the face you’d like to target with small fat transfers.

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Pricing Your Procedure

The cost of your fat grafting in Houston will depend on the following factors:

Number of areas treated
Amount of fat harvested from the body
Number of donor areas, if needed
Surgical complexity
Whether additional procedures will be performed in the same session

After your consultation, a member of our team will walk you through a complete cost breakdown and share financing options for full transparency.

What to Expect From Your Facial Fat Grafting in Houston

To begin your facial fat grafting, Dr. Eisemann will use small incisions and liposuction on the abdomen, hips, or thighs to harvest fat cells from your body. These cells will be cleansed and purified in a specialized device before being carefully injected into the face. Dr. Eisemann works conservatively, injecting small amounts of fat at a time, creating subtle enhancements that avoid an overly plump appearance.

Your fat transfer will be performed at our state-of-the-art QUAD A-accredited surgical center in Houston. We typically administer IV sedation with nerve block to prevent pain during surgery, but you may opt for general anesthesia or local anesthesia with additional sedation. You and a trusted family member, friend, or partner will rest in a private recovery suite until you’re ready to head home.

Recovery Tailored to You

Recovery after facial fat grafting in Houston typically involves swelling, bruising, redness, and soreness in the face and donor areas for up to two weeks. We’ll provide you with specialized facial wraps and bandages to help reduce initial swelling and support your tissues as they heal. We recommend resting with your head elevated for at least one week to encourage fluid drainage.

Most patients return to work, social gatherings, and light movement within two weeks, but you may wish to wait until all bruising has faded for your own comfort. You’ll need to avoid strenuous exercise for at least six weeks to allow your body to recover.

Your Post-Op Process

After your procedure, you’ll receive a customized recovery plan tailored to your unique treatment and medical needs. This plan may include the following:

Incision and injection site care and cleaning protocols
Sun exposure and protection requirements
Hygiene and skincare recommendations
Recovery clothing options
Activity limitations
Sleep position restrictions
Side effects to monitor
Supportive garment guidance
Swelling and pain management strategies

Over the coming weeks, you’ll return to our Houston practice for several follow-up visits with Dr. Eisemann. There, he’ll remove any remaining sutures in your donor area, ensure both your face and donor area are healing properly, and approve you to resume intense activities, such as high-impact exercise and contact sports.

Completing Your Transformation

Many of our Houston patients combine facial fat grafting with a facelift to further support their internal structures, creating a dual lifting and voluminizing effect. Other complementary procedures include the following:

Rhinoplasty
Upper and/or lower blepharoplasty
Brow lift
Neck lift

Because fat grafting uses liposuction on your donor area, you may wish to balance this light contouring with additional liposuction on your lower body. Dr. Eisemann will recommend the best approach to ensure balance in your face and your donor areas.

Frequently Asked Questions Fat Grafting

Will all of the transferred fat remain in my face?

No. Small amounts of fat cells are naturally absorbed by the body through a process known as fat resorption. This is normal and to be expected. Dr. Eisemann injects slightly more fat than necessary to prevent hollowing and ensure a balanced result after fat resorption.

When can I wear makeup after facial fat grafting?

You’ll need to wait until all initial swelling and bruising have faded and your facial injections have healed before you can begin wearing makeup again. For most patients, this occurs within two to four weeks, but everyone’s healing timeline is different. Dr. Eisemann will confirm when it’s safe to wear makeup during your follow-up appointments.

Is facial fat grafting permanent?

Yes. The fat cells that survive the transfer and fat resorption are permanently integrated into your facial structures. Your face will continue to age gracefully and naturally, but the transferred fat will remain. We recommend maintaining a stable weight and healthy habits to prevent weight fluctuations that impact the face.

Can fat grafting improve my skin quality?

Yes. Many of our Houston patients notice improvements in skin texture and tone in their treatment areas, as fat contains regenerative cells that may enhance skin cell function and appearance. These results are not guaranteed, but are common.

References

Correa, B; Eisemann, B; Eisemann, M: The Transconjunctival Midfacelift: A “Hole” Different Fixation. The Journal of Craniofacial Surgery, Volume 24, Issue 3, Pages 987–991, May 2013.
Conlon, C.J.; Eisemann, M.L.; Winocour, J.: Fat Grafting for Hand Rejuvenation. Seminars in Plastic Surgery 34: Pages 47–52, February 2020.