Facial Fat Grafting in Seoul

What is facial fat grafting?

Facial fat grafting, also called fat transfer, uses your own fat as a natural filler. Fat is gently harvested with a thin cannula from an area such as the abdomen or thighs, purified, and then injected in small amounts into areas that have lost volume, such as hollow cheeks, temples, under-eyes or deep smile lines.

Not all of the transferred fat survives. Part of it is reabsorbed over the first weeks, while the fat that establishes a blood supply tends to remain long term. That is why results settle over two to three months and a top-up is sometimes needed. Some approaches enrich the fat with stem cells; you can read more on our stem cell fat grafting page.

Who is a good candidate?

• Hollow cheeks, temples or under-eyes from ageing or weight loss
• Volume loss across several areas of the face
• People who prefer to use their own tissue rather than filler
• Healthy adults with enough fat to harvest

Egg Clinic specialises in non-surgical treatments, so when fat grafting is the right choice the clinic refers patients to trusted surgical partners in Gangnam and can provide supporting care such as PRP or boosters afterwards. Fat grafting involves harvesting fat and more recovery than injectables, so it is not right for everyone. It is less suitable for very slim people, smokers, during pregnancy, or with bleeding disorders or uncontrolled medical conditions. Many patients get natural volume with non-surgical options such as Sculptra or facial fillers, and the doctor will discuss these at consultation.

Facial Fat Grafting cost in Gangnam

Egg Clinic publishes fixed prices for every treatment. For related options, see our Stem Cell & PRP Therapy prices(from ₩500,000) or the complete clinic price list. The doctor confirms the right treatment and your final price at a free consultation.

Fat grafting vs fillers: which is right for you?

Hyaluronic acid fillers are quick, precise and reversible, with little downtime, but they are gradually absorbed and need repeating. Collagen-stimulating injectables build volume gradually over a course of sessions. Fat grafting uses your own tissue and the surviving fat can last for years, but it needs a harvesting procedure, has more swelling, and the amount of fat that survives is less predictable. The doctor can help you weigh these trade-offs against your goals and the time you have in Seoul.

How the treatment works

1. Consultation

   The doctor assesses your volume loss, skin and health, and discusses fat grafting alongside non-surgical alternatives.

2. Anaesthesia & harvesting

   Under local anaesthetic, fat is collected through a thin cannula from the abdomen or thighs.

3. Purification & injection

   The fat is processed and injected in tiny amounts into the planned areas with a fine cannula.

4. Recovery

   Swelling and bruising usually last one to two weeks. Avoid pressure on the face, saunas and strenuous exercise while healing.

Tips for international patients

• Send photos on WhatsApp before your trip so the doctor can advise whether fat grafting or injectables suit your goals.
• If fat grafting is planned, allow around 7–10 days in Seoul for the procedure and early recovery.
• Avoid smoking, alcohol and blood-thinning supplements before and after, as they can affect fat survival.
• Ask whether a non-surgical option could give the result you want with less downtime.

Frequently asked questions

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