For patients who feel overfilled, tired, or unlike themselves.
Designed to restore softness and balance, not add volume for volume’s sake.
Rooted in anatomy, longevity, and restraint, not repeated injections.
What is Facial Fat Grafting?
Facial fat grafting, also called facial fat transfer, is a natural way to restore youthful volume and smoothness to the face. As we age, we often lose fat in areas like the cheeks, under the eyes, and around the mouth, which can lead to hollowing, sagging, or deep lines. In this procedure, fat is gently removed from another part of your body, purified, and then carefully injected into the face. Because it uses your own fat, the results look and feel natural while avoiding synthetic fillers.
Facial fat grafting is a regenerative procedure that restores lost facial volume using your own purified fat, improving contour, skin quality, and long-term facial harmony.
Interested in natural volume restoration? Explore Cellular Revive™
Why Facial Fat Grafting Is the Next Frontier
Over time, we lose the facial fat that once gave structure and softness to our features - the cheeks flatten, temples hollow, and the under-eyes grow tired. Many turn to fillers for a quick fix, but frequent injections can stretch tissues, distort proportions, and lead to what’s known as “filler fatigue” - an unnatural, overdone look.
Facial fat grafting is different. It replaces that volume naturally, using your own purified fat. The results are elegant, authentic, and enduring - because this is your tissue, not synthetic material.
Even more remarkable, your fat contains millions of stem cells that rejuvenate the skin from the inside out, improving tone, elasticity, and radiance. Patients often describe a subtle glow that wasn’t there before - and it’s visible in our before-and-after photos, taken in identical lighting with no filters.
Facial Fat Grafting in Tampa - Cellular Revive™ by Dr. Vipul Gargya
A New Era of Natural Rejuvenation
At VG Signature, facial fat grafting is not just a procedure - it’s an art form. Dr. Vipul Gargya has elevated this technique through years of laboratory research and surgical refinement, creating Cellular Revive™, a proprietary approach that redefines how beauty and biology intersect. Unlike fillers or threads, which mask aging temporarily, Cellular Revive™ harnesses your body’s own regenerative cells to restore volume, luminosity, and youthful vitality from within.
Dr. Vipul Gargya’s Master Technique - Cellular Revive™
Facial fat grafting is one of the most technically demanding procedures in plastic surgery. Achieving even, lasting results requires a deep understanding of both facial anatomy and fat biology.
Dr. Gargya’s Cellular Revive™ method represents the culmination of years of surgical precision and research in adipose tissue engineering. He meticulously processes micro- and nano-fat to ensure only the most viable, regenerative cells are used. Each droplet is placed with artistic precision, restoring harmony and contour - never bulk.
“The face is my canvas. Fat is my paint. The goal is not to change who you are - it’s to revive what time has dulled.”
- Dr. Vipul Gargya
Facial Fat Grafting Before and Afters
VG Signature Methodology
Each procedure is approached as a bespoke design process. Dr. Vipul Gargya evaluates structural anatomy, aging patterns, and aesthetic balance to tailor a technique uniquely for each patient. No two surgeries are ever the same, and this couture methodology produces results that are harmonious, precise, and unmistakably VG Signature.
What to Expect: Recovery Timeline
Day 1
Mild swelling, fullness, and tenderness; micro-droplet fat grafts begin integrating immediately.
Week 1
Swelling softens; facial balance improves; early enhancement of youthful contours is visible.
Week 3
Most swelling resolved; transferred fat shows stable volume; skin quality begins to look healthier.
Month 3
Final contour emerges; fat cells fully established; results look natural and elegant.
Beyond:
Longevity is a hallmark of Cellular Revive; many patients retain beautifully restored volume for years.
Note: Most patients return to work within 2 to 4 days; individual recovery varies.
The Cellular Revive™ Experience
- Anesthesia: Local anesthesia with light sedation - no general anesthesia required.
- Donor Site: Small volume liposuction from the abdomen, thighs, or flanks.
- Processing: Fat is gently purified and refined into microfat and nanofat.
- Injection: Using ultra-fine cannulas, Dr. Gargya restores youthful contours to the cheeks, temples, jawline, lips, and under-eyes.
- Downtime: Mild swelling for 5-7 days; most patients resume social activities within a week.
About 50% of the transferred fat remains permanently, integrating seamlessly with your native tissues. Unlike fillers that dissolve within months, your result is yours to keep.
Facial Fat Grafting vs. Fillers
| Aspect | Facial Fat Grafting | Fillers |
|---|---|---|
| Material | Your own fat (autologous) | Synthetic hyaluronic acid |
| Longevity | 50% permanent | 6–12 months |
| Skin Health | Improves tone via stem cells | No biological benefit |
| Look | Natural, soft, glowing | Can appear stiff or artificial with repetition |
| Investment | Higher upfront, lasting result | Repeated cost over years |
Why Choose VG Signature for Facial Fat Grafting in Tampa?
Dr. Vipul Gargya is one of the very few surgeons in Florida - and globally - who performs Cellular Revive™ facial fat grafting with the precision and the artistry it demands.
He performs this technique frequently and considers it one of his signature procedures. His results are known for their balance, light, and natural harmony - setting a new benchmark in regenerative facial aesthetics.
From the first consultation to your final follow-up, you are treated to a couture surgical experience - private, personalized, and rooted in excellence.
Explore the Transformation
Visit our Facial Fat Grafting Gallery and Cellular Revive™ Gallery to witness how subtle volume restoration and cellular rejuvenation can completely renew a face - not by stretching or filling, but by reviving it from within.
Frequently Asked Questions About Facial Fat Grafting Tampa
Q.1 Who is the ideal candidate for Facial Fat Grafting (Facial Fat Transfer)?
Answer: You may be a good candidate if you have facial volume loss, hollow cheeks, deep folds, or under-eye hollows and would like a natural solution. Candidates should also have enough donor fat in another area of the body. During your consultation, Dr. Gargya will evaluate your goals and determine if this treatment is right for you.
Q.2 What Is Involved in a Facial Fat Grafting Consultation?
Answer: During your consultation, Dr. Gargya will discuss your concerns, review your medical history, and examine your face to see which areas can benefit most. You will also learn about the procedure, recovery process, and realistic outcomes so you can make an informed decision.
Q.3 How Long Is Recovery After Facial Fat Grafting, and What Are the Results Like?
Answer: After the Facial Fat Grafting (Facial Fat Transfer) procedure, you may notice some swelling or bruising that typically improves within one to two weeks. Most patients return to normal activities within a few days. Because some of the transferred fat may be naturally reabsorbed by the body, results can evolve over the first few months. Once healing is complete, you can enjoy fuller contours, smoother skin, and long-lasting facial rejuvenation that looks natural.
Q.4 Do you accommodate out-of-town facial fat grafting patients?
Answer: Absolutely. Many of our patients fly in from across the country and globally for their procedures. We offer virtual consultations, help you select ideal travel and surgery dates, and guide every step of your pre- and post-operative plan. Our team assists with hotel options, logistics, and follow-up scheduling so your experience feels seamless, organized, and stress-free from start to finish.
Q.5 What is the cost of facial fat grafting in Tampa?
Answer: Facial Fat Grafting pricing varies based on individual anatomy and the level of customization. A detailed quote is provided after consultation. At VG Signature, every facial fat grafting plan is tailored to your unique structure and aesthetic goals, which means costs can vary depending on the areas treated and whether the procedure is combined with other enhancements. Your consultation includes a fully personalized estimate that reflects the artistry, precision, and comprehensive care that define the VG Signature experience.
Q.6 Is facial fat transfer a substitute for weight-loss surgery?
Answer: No. Facial fat transfer is not designed for weight loss. The goal is to restore youthful volume, softness, and contour using small amounts of your own fat. If your goal is significant fat reduction or overall weight change, other procedures or lifestyle interventions would be more appropriate. Facial fat grafting focuses solely on enhancing facial balance and restoring natural fullness.
Q.7 What can I expect from my results?
Answer: You will notice fuller, smoother facial contours immediately, although swelling during the first one week is completely normal. As the transferred fat integrates, your results refine into soft, glowing and natural-looking rejuvenation that can last for a lifetime. Because the tissue is your own, the final outcome looks effortless, harmonious, and authentically you.
Content medically reviewed by Dr. Vipul Gargya, board-certified plastic surgeon.
Begin Your VG Signature Transformation
Refinement starts with a conversation. Schedule a personal consultation and discover what your one-of-one result could look like.Meet Dr. Vipul Gargya
Dr. Vipul Gargya is a board-certified plastic surgeon and the visionary founder of VG Signature, a couture plastic-surgery destination where transformation is both science and art. Known for his precision, restraint, and bespoke approach, Dr. Gargya specializes in facial plastic surgery, facelifts, facial fat grafting, neck lift, chin and neck liposuction, breast augmentation, arm lift, tummy tuck, and advanced body contouring. Each result reflects a mastery of proportion and harmony, achieved through elite surgical training and an uncompromising dedication to detail. Every patient experience is deeply personal, crafted to restore confidence that feels authentic, not altered.
