Facial fat transfer
Cheeks, temples, and jawline definition for a softer, more refreshed appearance.
Fat Transfer and Fat Grafting in Chelsea, London
Restore Volume Naturally,
Using Your Own Fat
Precision fat transfer and fat grafting led by Dr Vahe Karimyan MD, MS, PhD. Natural volume for the face, hands, and body, at a CQC-registered Chelsea clinic.
- CQC registered
- GMC-registered surgeon
- Rated 5.0 on Google
- CQC registered
- GMC-registered surgeon
- Complimentary consultation
- Rated 5.0 on Google (64 reviews)
- 20 years of experience
- 25 Ives Street, Chelsea, London
The Procedure
What is fat transfer and fat grafting?
Fat transfer, also called fat grafting or lipofilling, takes fat from one area of your body, gently purifies it, and reinjects it where volume is needed. Because it uses your own living tissue, results can look and feel natural, with no synthetic implants or fillers.
Compared with a dermal filler, which is a temporary synthetic gel, fat grafting can offer a longer-lasting, more integrated result in suitable candidates. Whether fat transfer is right for you is confirmed at your consultation. You can read more in the frequently asked questions below.
Types of fat we use
Macro-fat, micro-fat and nano-fat
Fat can be processed at different sizes, and each is suited to a different layer of the face or body. Dr Vahe Karimyan often combines them in a single treatment for a more tailored result.
Macro-fat
Larger fat parcels placed deeper under the skin to restore lost volume in areas such as the cheeks, temples, jawline, and body contours.
Micro-fat
Finer fat particles placed in the mid-layers of the skin to refine contour, soften lines, and blend transitions such as the tear trough and nasolabial folds.
Nano-fat
Emulsified fat rich in regenerative cells, used very superficially to help improve skin quality, fine crepey texture, and dark under-eye areas. It adds little volume and is used for skin rejuvenation.
Which combination is appropriate for you is confirmed at your face-to-face consultation. Results vary between individuals.
Areas We Treat
Where fat transfer can help
Under-eye and tear trough
Nanofat and microfat techniques to gently address hollows and dark circles.
Hands
Softening a bony or aged appearance and restoring youthful contour.
Meet your surgeon
A natural, surgeon-led approach
Dr Vahe Karimyan MD, MS, PhD is a surgeon with 20 years of experience across medical, surgical, aesthetic, and regenerative medicine, practising privately in Chelsea. His philosophy is conservative, considered, and always tailored to the individual.
Every treatment plan begins with a bespoke assessment. The goal is never to change who you are, but to help you look refreshed and like yourself. Suitability, technique, and expectations are discussed openly and in detail at your consultation.
How it works
The process, step by step
In most cases, this is a minor surgical procedure carried out under local anaesthesia, with a personalised recovery plan.
- 1
Consultation and assessment
In-depth conversation with Dr Vahe Karimyan to understand your goals and suitability.
- 2
Gentle fat harvest
Fat is carefully collected from a chosen donor area with a refined, minimally invasive technique.
- 3
Purification and processing
The fat is prepared, including nanofat or microfat where suitable for the treatment area.
- 4
Precise reinjection and sculpting
The fat is placed in fine layers to restore volume and define contour.
- 5
Recovery and follow-up
A personalised aftercare plan and follow-up appointments to support healing.
Pricing
Transparent, tailored pricing
- Complimentary consultation with Dr Vahe Karimyan MD, MS, PhD
- Fat transfer from £1,500
- Spread the cost with Klarna
Final pricing is confirmed after your consultation, as every treatment is tailored to you.
“Dr Vahe took the time to really understand what I wanted. The result feels completely like me, just refreshed.”
“A calm, honest consultation and a beautifully natural outcome. I felt looked after at every step.”
“The clinic is elegant and the whole team is professional. I would recommend Dr Vahe without hesitation.”
Frequently asked questions
What patients ask us
Fat transfer uses your own living fat cells to add volume, so results can feel and integrate more naturally over time. Dermal fillers are synthetic gels, typically hyaluronic acid, that are gradually broken down by the body. Which option suits you best is confirmed at consultation.
The fat that survives and establishes a blood supply is generally considered long-lasting. Not all transferred fat survives, and natural ageing continues, so results can evolve. Dr Vahe Karimyan will explain what to realistically expect at your consultation.
Survival rates vary between individuals and techniques, typically in the range often quoted in the medical literature of around 50 to 70 percent. Careful harvesting, gentle processing, and precise placement can help support survival. Results vary.
Many patients notice swelling and bruising for one to two weeks in both the donor and treated areas, which usually settles with time. A personalised recovery plan and follow-up appointments are provided. Individual recovery varies.
Suitability depends on your goals, medical history, skin quality, and the availability of donor fat. A face-to-face consultation and clinical assessment with Dr Vahe Karimyan is required before any treatment is confirmed.
As with any minor surgical procedure, potential risks include swelling, bruising, infection, asymmetry, uneven results, changes in sensation, and, rarely, fat necrosis or the need for revision. All risks are discussed openly at your consultation.
At Dr Vahe Clinic, fat transfer starts from £1,500. Final pricing depends on the areas treated and the complexity of your case, and is confirmed after your complimentary consultation. Klarna is available to spread the cost.
Book your consultation
Book Your Fat Transfer Consultation in Chelsea
Speak with Dr Vahe Karimyan MD, MS, PhD in an unhurried, in-person consultation. All treatment plans are personalised, and suitability is confirmed at consultation.