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Aesthetic Treatments

Facial Fat Transfer

Facial fat transfer restores lost volume by using your own body fat to rejuvenate areas affected by ageing or hollowing.

  • Free virtual consultation with a consulting doctor
  • Procedure performed under local anaesthetic
  • Treatment time approximately 60 to 90 minutes
  • No hospital stay required
  • Natural, long-lasting results with minimal downtime
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Facial Fat Transfer Dublin

Rejuvenate sunken areas with natural volume restoration using your own fat cells for a softer, youthful appearance

Facial fat transfer at Eden Clinic offers a subtle and long-lasting alternative to synthetic fillers. Using your own body fat harvested from a donor site such as the abdomen or thighs, this procedure replenishes volume in areas such as the cheeks, under-eye hollows and nasolabial folds.

Treatment areas

Face (cheeks, eyes, folds)

Anaesthetic type

Local anaesthetic, performed in our Dublin clinic

Treatment duration

Approximately 60 to 90 minutes

Clinic stay

Walk-in walk-out treatment with no downtime

Recovery timeline

Resume light activity in 2 to 3 days

Price

Price available upon request

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What is Facial Fat Transfer?

Facial fat transfer, also known as fat grafting, is a treatment that involves harvesting fat from one area of your body and injecting it into areas of the face where volume has been lost. It is commonly used to restore fullness to the cheeks, temples and under-eye region, while also softening lines around the mouth or jawline. Because it uses your own tissue, it integrates naturally and often improves skin texture and tone. Unlike dermal fillers, fat transfer offers long-term enhancement and is ideal for patients seeking a more natural and lasting result.

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Who is Facial Fat Transfer For?

This treatment is suitable for patients who have experienced facial volume loss due to ageing, weight loss or genetics. It is ideal for individuals who prefer natural enhancement over synthetic fillers and are looking for longer-lasting results. Good candidates typically have enough donor fat available on the abdomen, thighs or flanks. A virtual consultation with our consulting doctor will help assess your suitability and determine whether fat transfer will address your concerns effectively.

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Benefits of Facial Fat Transfer

Facial fat transfer offers natural, subtle volume restoration using your own tissue. It improves contour and balance across the face, helping to reverse signs of ageing while maintaining a soft, natural look. Because fat contains stem cells, many patients also notice improved skin texture and quality in the treated areas. Results are long-lasting and, in many cases, permanent. As the treatment uses your own fat, there is no risk of allergic reaction or rejection. Downtime is minimal and scarring is virtually invisible.

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Recovery Timeline

Recovery from facial fat transfer is generally quick and well tolerated. Most patients can return to non-strenuous activities within 2 to 3 days. You may experience some swelling or mild bruising around the injection areas which typically settles over 7 to 10 days. The donor area may feel slightly tender for a few days but this resolves quickly. The transferred fat begins to integrate naturally over the first few weeks, with final results visible once any swelling subsides. Our aftercare team will guide you throughout your healing period and remain available for support.

YOUR JOURNEY WITH EDEN CLINIC

A personalised experience designed around you

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Virtual Consultation

Your treatment journey starts with a free online consultation with one of our consulting doctors. During this call, we will discuss your goals, evaluate the suitability of facial fat transfer and explain the process in full.

Your Procedure Day

You will be welcomed to our Dublin clinic, where your treatment will be carried out under local anaesthetic. Fat is gently harvested from an area such as the abdomen or thighs, refined and carefully re-injected into areas of the face needing volume. You can return home the same day.

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Recovery & Aftercare

Recovery is typically smooth. Our dedicated aftercare team will follow up with you via phone or video call to monitor progress. If you have any concerns, you can send us photos or videos to be reviewed by your treating surgeon.

Follow-Up & Results

You will start to see your results improve as swelling subsides. Fat grafts that successfully integrate become a long-term part of your facial structure, offering natural and lasting enhancement. We will guide you through every stage to ensure the best possible outcome.

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Common Questions

Frequently asked questions

Yes. Since the procedure uses your own fat, there is no risk of allergic reaction or rejection. It is performed under local anaesthetic in a controlled clinical setting.

Common areas include the cheeks, under-eye hollows, nasolabial folds, temples and jawline. Our team will customise your treatment based on your facial structure and goals.

Once the transferred fat establishes a blood supply and integrates into the tissue, the results are typically long lasting. Some fat may be reabsorbed in the early weeks, but most patients enjoy long-term results.

Most people return to daily activities within 2 to 3 days. Swelling and bruising are generally mild and settle within a week.

Yes. It is often combined with procedures such as facelifts or eyelid surgery to enhance facial harmony. We will advise you if this is appropriate during your consultation.

Begin Your Eden Journey

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Whether you’re ready to go ahead or still have questions, our doctors are here to guide you. Your consultation is free, discreet and with no obligation to proceed.

  • Unit 4, Richview Office Park, Dublin, D14 HC84, Ireland

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