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3100 Galleria Drive, Suite 205
Metairie, LA 70001
Phone: (504) 517-6200
Monday: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Tuesday: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Wednesday: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Thursday: 9 a.m.–5 p.m.
Friday: 9 a.m.–3 p.m.

Fat Transfer

About Fat Transfers

When a man or woman has weight fluctuations or moves through the normal aging process, they lose that smooth, plump look in specific body areas where volume once resided. A terrific way to restore lost volume is through an advanced cosmetic technique known as a fat transfer. A fat transfer extracts fat from a place on the body and injects it into a specific area that could benefit from additional volume. Fat transfer procedures can be performed on widespread areas such as the breasts or buttocks or on delicate and smaller areas such as the laugh lines, lips, cheeks, or under the eyelid. People who want the best, most natural enhancement often choose fat transfer over implants or dermal fillers. New Orleans, Louisiana, plastic surgeon Dr. Jules Walters uses the most advanced fat transfer techniques to create natural-looking, appealing outcomes.

Ideal Candidates

Men and women who wish to have more smoothness and volume in specific places on the face or body that appear hollow, thin, or deflated may be appropriate candidates for the fat grafting (transfer) procedure. This specialized enhancement is even more desired because it provides an autologous way to produce results by incorporating the patient’s own fat tissue. Patients need to be at a certain weight and have sufficient fat to extract for the transfer. In addition, patients must be non-smokers, as fat grafting uses only healthy tissue for the most effective outcome.

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Surgical Technique

When undergoing a fat transfer, you will be put under the appropriate kind of anesthesia. The type of anesthesia or numbing method will depend on how much fat tissue is being taken out, including the area where it will be placed. Dr. Walters uses a special cannula to precisely extract the fat with liposuction, so it can be harvested, separated, and prepared (which preps the highest quality fat for syringes). After prepping the injection site, the extracted fat will be transferred into the area chosen. The process of injecting is completed in layers until the desired outcome has been attained. For some areas, numerous injections will be necessary.

Jules Walters, M.D.
Meet Our Surgeon

Jules Walters, M.D.

Dr. Walters draws from his exceptional training, experience, and skill to create beautiful, natural-looking results. He is board certified in both plastic surgery and general surgery, and completed extensive training in both aesthetic and reconstructive plastic surgery. His memberships include:

  • American Society of Plastic Surgeons
  • Louisiana Society of Plastic Surgeons, President
  • American Medical Association

His credentials, integrity, and patient-centered approach make him one of the best-rated plastic surgeons in New Orleans.

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Credentials You Can Trust

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Credentials You Can Trust

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Post-Op Experience

Our care for you continues long after you leave the office. Your recovery experience includes:

  • 24/7 Follow-Up Care: Dr. Walters will call to check on you after surgery. You will also have his personal cell phone number to reach him at any time.
  • Lymphatic Massage: We will refer you to a local massage therapist for a manual lymphatic drainage protocol starting 1 to 3 days after surgery.
  • Post-Op Garments: We will send you home with any post-surgical garments you need.
  • Scar Therapy: We offer scar gel, scar sheeting, and laser treatments to reduce visible scarring.
  • Accommodations & Transportation: We work with certified nurses in the area to provide transportation and overnight care services, if needed.
  • Guidance & Support: Your helpful patient care coordinator and surgical nurse will educate and advise you each step of the way.
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What To Expect

After completing the transfer process, you will begin a healing phase. Remember, there is generally more than one area of the body that needs to be carefully treated: the area involving liposuction and the injection sites. The recovery process may be longer if a larger place on the body is addressed. As an example, a fat transfer for lip enlargement will typically only warrant a 1- to 2-day healing period, whereas a transfer to a more vast body part, such as the butt or breasts, can take more days. Each area will appear swollen with some possible bruising, but the outcomes can be seen right away. Another perk is the area where liposuction was used will look slimmer. Fat grafting yields beautiful and lasting outcomes, but some transferred fat will reabsorb back into the body. In some patients, another transfer may be necessary later on. There is almost no scarring that is noticeable with this treatment.

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Your Best You Begins Here

If you would like to learn more about fat transfer with Dr. Walters, please request a consultation online or call our New Orleans, LA, plastic surgery practice at (504) 517-6200.

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Take the Natural Approach

If you are looking for more voluptuous lips or want to soften hollowed areas or lines, this procedure may be a great option. Furthermore, a fat transfer is an outstanding option for the buttocks or breasts. This treatment offers many choices for adding volume and fullness. We welcome you to get in touch with our staff to schedule your consultation with Dr. Walters.

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Read what real people have shared about their experiences at the MODERN Plastic Surgery & Medspa, from the results they achieved to the care they received along the way.

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