AlloClae is an innovative injectable treatment that uses purified donor fat to enhance contours, restore volume, and improve the structural support of soft tissues. At St. Louis Cosmetic Surgery, it bridges the gap between traditional fat grafting and synthetic fillers by providing natural-looking, long-lasting volume without the need for liposuction.
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A structural adipose (fat) filler, alloClae is made from donated human fat tissue that has been carefully processed into a ready-to-use injectable product. Unlike most dermal fillers, which are designed primarily for facial use, alloClae behaves more like natural fat and can be used in treatment areas throughout the body.
Because it arrives ready for use, alloClae does not require harvesting fat from your own body. This allows you to achieve volume enhancement without undergoing liposuction or creating a second surgical site. As experience with alloClae continues to grow, so do its applications. Its versatility has made it one of the most exciting advancements in soft tissue volume restoration.
AlloClae vs. Traditional Fat Transfer
As we age, lose weight, or experience changes in our body contours, areas that once appeared smooth and youthful can develop hollows, depressions, or volume loss. Traditionally, restoring volume has required fat grafting, which involves liposuction to harvest fat from one area of the body before transferring it to another.
The board-certified plastic surgeons at St. Louis Cosmetic Surgery have extensive experience performing traditional fat transfer procedures. For many patients, fat grafting remains an excellent option. AlloClae simply expands the treatment options available.
Traditional Fat Transfer
Traditional fat grafting involves:
- Liposuction to harvest fat from the abdomen, flanks, thighs, or another donor area
- Processing and purification of the harvested fat
- Injection of the purified fat into the treatment area
- Recovery from both the donor site and the injection site
Fat transfer can achieve significant volume enhancement but requires a surgical procedure and a longer recovery period.
AlloClae Structural Adipose Filler
AlloClae is a nonsurgical procedure that offers several unique advantages:
- No liposuction required
- No donor-site recovery
- More predictable volume retention
- Visible results immediately after treatment
- Minimal downtime
- Suitable for patients with limited body fat
- Long-lasting results
Results with alloClae are generally more predictable than traditional fat transfer. That’s because traditional fat grafting relies on the survival of living transplanted fat cells, which can vary from patient to patient. Because alloClae uses a purified structural adipose matrix rather than living cells, it avoids the volume variability associated with traditional fat transfer.
What Areas Can AlloClae Treat?
AlloClae can be placed virtually anywhere fat naturally exists in the body. Common treatments include:
Breast Enhancement
AlloClae can improve breast shape, address contour irregularities, restore upper-pole fullness, or complement breast augmentation results. It may be used as a stand-alone treatment for select patients seeking subtle enhancement or in conjunction with other breast procedures.
Brazilian Butt Lift Enhancement
Dr. Lund uses alloClae as an option for buttock enhancement and contour refinement. While alloClae is not intended to replace large-volume Brazilian butt lift procedures, it can provide meaningful volume improvement in carefully selected patients.
It may also be used to refine contours after previous body contouring procedures.
Hip Dip Correction
Naturally occurring indentations along the outer hips can create an uneven transition between the waist and thighs. AlloClae can fill hip dips and create smoother, more balanced body contours without the need for fat harvesting.
Correction of Contour Irregularities
AlloClae can help improve:
- Volume loss after trauma
- Soft tissue depressions
- Areas affected by aggressive liposuction
- Surgical contour defects
- Localized hollows and volume deficiencies
Combined With Cellulite Treatment
AlloClae can be particularly beneficial when combined with cellulite treatment. For patients undergoing Avéli® cellulite treatment, alloClae may be used to address volume deficiencies and contour irregularities that contribute to the appearance of cellulite. Together, these treatments can create smoother skin contours and more comprehensive aesthetic improvement.
Who Is a Candidate for AlloClae?
Many people assume alloClae is only intended for patients who do not have enough fat for traditional fat grafting. While it is an excellent solution for those individuals, its appeal extends further.
You may be a candidate if you:
- Want to avoid liposuction
- Prefer a less invasive procedure
- Want minimal downtime
Both women and men may benefit from alloClae treatment. During your consultation, one of our plastic surgeons will determine whether alloClae, traditional fat transfer, implants, or another approach is most appropriate for your goals.
Who Is a Candidate for AlloClae?
Many people assume alloClae is only intended for patients who do not have enough fat for traditional fat grafting. While it is an excellent solution for those individuals, its appeal extends further.
You may be a candidate if you:
- Want to avoid liposuction
- Prefer a less invasive procedure
- Want minimal downtime
Both women and men may benefit from alloClae treatment. During your consultation, one of our plastic surgeons will determine whether alloClae, traditional fat transfer, implants, or another approach is most appropriate for your goals.
What is Recovery Like?
One of alloClae’s most significant advantages is its relatively simple recovery. Because there is no fat harvesting procedure, you avoid the soreness, bruising, swelling, and recovery associated with liposuction donor sites.
Most patients can:
- Return to work within 1 or 2 days
- Resume many normal activities quickly
- Return to exercise within approximately 1 week
- Experience minimal disruption to their daily routines
Recovery instructions vary based on the treatment area and whether alloClae is combined with another procedure.
What results Can I Expect?
Unlike some injectable products that gradually stimulate volume over weeks or months, alloClae provides immediate structural support and volume enhancement. Patients can generally see their contour improvement at the time of treatment. AlloClae is designed to provide long-lasting volume restoration and does not function like temporary fillers that require frequent maintenance treatments.
Why Choose St. Louis Cosmetic Surgery?
Board-certified plastic surgeons Dr. Herluf Lund Jr., Dr. Charles Nathan, and Dr. Deniz Sarhaddi have decades of combined experience helping patients achieve natural-looking rejuvenation and body contouring results.
Because we offer multiple volume restoration options, such as traditional micro-fat transfer, fat grafting procedures, implants, and alloClae, you receive recommendations based on what is most appropriate for your anatomy and goals rather than a one-size-fits-all solution.
AlloClae FAQs
Is alloClae better than fat transfer?
Neither treatment is inherently better. Traditional fat transfer can achieve larger-volume enhancement, while alloClae offers a less invasive option that does not require liposuction or donor-site recovery.
How long does alloClae last?
AlloClae is designed as a long-lasting structural adipose filler. Your surgeon can discuss expected longevity based on the treatment area and your individual goals.
What is the recovery time after alloClae treatment?
Most patients return to work within a day or two and resume exercise within about a week, depending on the treatment area.
What makes alloClae different from dermal fillers?
AlloClae is a structural adipose filler designed to replace volume in areas where fat naturally exists. It can treat larger areas of the face and body than many traditional dermal fillers.
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If you’d like to discuss your fat transfer options with one of St. Louis Cosmetic Surgery’s board-certified plastic surgeons, request a consultation using the online form, or call us at (636) 530-6161 to schedule an appointment.
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