Fat transfer in Iran

Understand fat transfer, the options to discuss with a qualified clinician and what to confirm before planning a visit to Shiraz.

On this page

• First of all, what is fat transfer in general?
• Is Iran a good place to get fat transfer surgery?
• How is fat transfer done in Iran?
• Different types of fat transfer procedures
• Facial fat transfer
• Breast implants along with fat grafting
• Fat transfer breast lift/augmentation
• Fat grafting for patients with breast cancer
• Fat transfer to the buttocks and hips
• Hand rejuvenation with fat injection
• What to expect after fat injection surgery?
• Pros and cons of fat transfer procedure
• A practical point for your care
• Planning treatment in Shiraz
• Sources

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First of all, what is fat transfer in general?

Fat transfer, also known as fat grafting, fat injection or lipofilling, is a procedure by which a surgeon removes fat from those areas of your body containing an excess of this substance and subsequently transfers it into the parts which might not have sufficient and/or desirable volumes such as hands, breasts, buttocks, thighs, and face.

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Is Iran a good place to get fat transfer surgery?

After becoming the country with the highest number of nose surgeries in the world, Iran is now making its way to the top places in performing other cosmetic procedures. Iranian men and women are opting for procedures like fat transfer to quench their thirst for beauty.

One thing you can be absolutely sure about Iran is that procedures like fat grafting (lip augmentation, breast, and buttocks augmentation, among others) are highly in demand and greatly performed in the country. This fact makes the country a reliable destination for getting these cosmetic procedures with confidence.

One other incentive motivating people to consider Iran for their fat grafting is that the costs of various types of fat transfer in Iran are considerably lower compared to various other countries.

How is fat transfer done in Iran?

Generally, there are three stages for the fat transfer procedure in Iran: harvesting, purification, and transfer.

During the first stage, as the name signifies, fat is extracted from a part of your body, usually abdomen, thighs, etc. This is done using body jet or lipomatic techniques. The two techniques enable the surgeons to remove fat without being burned so that it can be injected into another area.

Next, the extracted fat is washed and purified, which defines the second stage of the procedure. Finally, the processed fat is carefully injected into the site of the augmentation using specially-designed needles.

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Different types of fat transfer procedures

As you may already be aware, fat transfer surgery can be done for a variety of purposes. Some people may undergo a fat transfer to their face in order to rejuvenate their sagging skin. Some may opt for this treatment to augment/enlarge their breasts or to lift their buttocks. Accordingly, there are different types of fat transfer procedures, which are described below.

Facial fat transfer

Facial fat transfer or fat grafting on face addresses facial creases (wrinkles), such as laugh lines, smile lines, and crow’s feet. In this surgery, the required fat can be extracted from a number of sites in the patient’s body, namely abdomen, and thighs. Then it would be injected into the face. Acne scars, sunken areas of the face, lips, and cheeks are also among treatable areas by this procedure.

Breast implants along with fat grafting

This happens when breasts are in need of reshaping. Fat injection is applied during breast implant surgery. In case one is left with a number of breast irregularities after the breast augmentation surgery (implants), those irregularities can be tackled through fat injection. The procedure yields its result as a refined and reshaped breast which most definitely would please the patient.

Fat transfer breast lift/augmentation

Are you one of those who desire bigger, shapelier breasts? If yes, you had better read this part quite carefully. Those who desire an increase in their breast size make for perfect candidates for this type of procedure. In this procedure, the fat is injected into the patient’s breasts.

It is required that the prospective patient have an already shapely breast with good skin tone. On the other hand, those women with saggy breasts and poor skin and those who wish for a significant increase in the size of their breast would not benefit from this kind of treatment.

Fat grafting for patients with breast cancer

Breast cancer patients who have had a procedure called lumpectomy (a treatment which leaves the patient with breast deformity) can greatly benefit from this method. The said method fills in the areas in the surgical site, leaving the patient with less noticeable irregularity in the breasts.

Fat transfer can also be employed for total breast reconstructions where a fundamental augmentation of the breast size is intended. However, it should be kept in mind that in order to achieve the desirable effects, the procedure has to be repeated a couple of time or even more.

Fat transfer to the buttocks and hips

This procedure is for those who desire more prominent and rounded lower body including the buttocks hips. While some might opt for an implant to achieve such a result, others prefer a fat grafting procedure on their buttocks to look more curvaceous. Butt lift with fat transfer is commonly known as ‘Brazilian butt lift‘.

Hand rejuvenation with fat injection

This last category has to do with adding the desired volume to one’s hands. However, that is not the only occasion when such a procedure is employed. Treating wrinkled areas, covering underlying vessels and tendons and improving the quality of the skin can be cited as other items requiring a hand rejuvenation surgery using fat grafting.

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What to expect after fat injection surgery?

During this period, you need to follow your doctor’s instructions. You may be required not to do physical activities at this time. Plus, it’s better to stick to a high carbohydrate diet after the surgery.

Pros and cons of fat transfer procedure

In terms of advantages, fat grafting procedures pose a much lower risk of allergic reactions to foreign substances compared to similar procedures that serve similar purposes such as dermal fillers. This is mainly due to the fact that fat is removed from the patient’s own body and then injected into his own body as opposed to other procedures that require the injection of some sort of foreign substance.

Moreover, the end results of fat transfer procedures are long-lasting and the surgery is mainly safe. Last but not least, this is mainly considered a non-invasive method in nature when applied to a patient’s face.

Like any other procedure, fat injection has its own drawbacks and shortcomings. First, it is a rather time-consuming procedure; compared to dermal fillers. Fat injection procedure is one which requires some time for the fat tissue to be prepared before being injected into the body. It also costs more than a similar procedure such as dermal fillers. In addition, when it comes to augmentation, the patients may require multiple sessions in order to achieve the desired effect (desired breast or buttock size).

A practical point for your care

Before an operation, the pre-assessment team should review your health, previous tests and all medicines and supplements. Ask for written instructions on medicines, eating, drinking and aftercare that apply to your planned procedure.^[1]

Planning treatment in Shiraz

Ask SanaMedTour about the appropriate specialty, appointment arrangements and practical support for your visit. The treating clinician confirms the diagnosis, treatment options, suitability and follow-up after assessment.

Request an itemised written quote identifying the clinician, facility, tests, treatment, medicines, reviews and any accommodation or transfers included.

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Editorial adaptation: 25 October 2026. General information for planning and discussion; your clinician’s individual instructions take priority.