Helps to reverse the effects of time by restoring volume to wrinkled hands for a more youthful appearance.

Aging Hands

Erin Storm, PA-C

Definitive guide on Hand Rejuvenation with Fat Transfer, including the procedure overview, benefits, risks, recovery, before & after photos, costs, and more. 

What Can Make My Hands Look Younger?

Hand Rejuvenation with Fat Transfer

When combating the signs of aging, efforts should not only be focused on the face, but the hands as well. The hands experience the same loss in fat and collagen as the face, leaving veins and tendons more exposed. Fat grafting, much like dermal fillers for hand rejuvenation, can help to revitalize the look of the hands by increasing volume for a younger appearance. 

A liposuction procedure must be performed first in order to collect the fat to graft to the hands. Fat is typically collected from the hips, thighs, or stomach area but can be taken from anywhere on the body that has excess fatty tissue deposits. The donor area will be cleansed and anesthetized before a small incision is made for a cannula to be inserted. The area will be infiltrated with a tumescent fluid that is comprised of saline, lidocaine, and epinephrine. Fat will then be dislodged and suctioned into a container. Once complete, the donor area will be bandaged in a compression garment to help reduce bruising, swelling, and drain any remaining fluid. The collected fat will then be purified of any contaminants in preparation for grafting. 

A small needle will make a pilot hole at the wrist for a cannula to be inserted. Once inserted, the cannula will distribute the collected fat to any volume deficient area of the hand. More fat will be injected into the hands to compensate for an expected amount of reabsorption into the body, anywhere from 30-50%. When the procedure is complete, the cannula will be removed. The hand may be massaged to ensure even distribution of the fat.

Hand Rejuvenation

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- Stop taking blood thinning medications to help prevent unnecessary bruising
- Stop smoking and using all nicotine products 4 weeks before and after treatment
- No alcohol for 1 week prior
- Avoid excessive sun exposure

Before Treatment

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- Donor area is cleansed and anesthetized
- Small incision made
- Donor area infiltrated with tumescent fluid
- Cannula inserted to dislodge and collect fatty deposits
- Patient is bandaged with a compression garment
- Collected fat is purified for injection

During Treatment: Fat Collection

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- Hand is cleansed
- Needle inserted to create hole for cannula
- Cannula inserted in the wrist at the top of the hand 
- Cannula is fanned across hand to distribute fat
- Cannula removed
- Hand is massaged to evenly distribute fat

During Treatment: Fat Grafting

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- Hand is swollen
- Minor redness, discomfort, or bruising

Immediately After Treatment

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- Return to work and normal activity after 1 week
- Swelling may persist for 2-3 weeks
- Avoid applying firm pressure to the treatment area

1-2 Weeks After Treatment and Beyond

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- Noticeable immediately after treatment
- Final results determined after 6 months
- Results affected by significant weight changes and natural aging

Result Notes

Fat grafting can help to reverse the effects of time by restoring volume to wrinkled hands for a more youthful appearance. 

Fat Grafting to the Hands

A hand rejuvenation with fat transfer cosmetic procedure utilizes fat grafting to correct volume loss in the hands leading to an aged appearance.

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