What is Fat Filling?
Fat filling is the process of injecting fat taken from the person's own body into areas where volume loss is experienced. Fat usually taken from areas such as the abdomen, waist or thighs is transferred to areas such as the face, lips, hands or hips. With this process, both a natural fullness is achieved and the quality of the skin is improved.

How Long Does It Last?
After the fat filling application, some of the injected fat cells are absorbed by the body. 30-50% of these cells may be lost within the first 2-3 months. However, the remaining fat cells continue to live in that area. This constitutes the permanent aspect of the procedure. Although the duration of permanence varies from person to person, results that last longer than 1 year can be seen in an application performed with the right technique.

What Are the Factors Affecting Permanence?
Permanence in fat filling varies depending on factors such as the application technique, the area where the fat is taken and given, the person's metabolism, lifestyle and smoking. Since circulation may be weaker in individuals who smoke, the adhesion rate of fat cells may be lower.

Is One Session Enough?
In some cases, the first session may be sufficient, while a second session may be required within 6-12 months to achieve more permanent and visible results. With this complementary session, both the volume can be increased and the resulting appearance can be maintained for a longer period of time.

What are the Advantages of Fat Filling?
Its greatest advantage is that the person's own tissue is used. In this way, the risk of allergy is almost non-existent. In addition, fat tissue does not only add volume; it also improves the skin quality in the area where it is located, and gives the skin vitality and radiance.

In Conclusion
Fat filling is a natural method with the potential to create a permanent effect. However, some melting should be expected after the first application. In order to increase permanence, long-term, natural and satisfactory results can be achieved with the right patient selection, appropriate technique and, if necessary, additional sessions.