Fat Transfer
Consultations offered at our two convenient locations in Florham Park, NJ and Somerville, NJ
Fat transfer at New Jersey’s The Peer Group is a versatile procedure that accomplishes two things at once: It reduces the volume in an area where fat causes unwanted bulk, and it enhances other areas where fuller contours are desired. This advanced technique can be used to shape and boost the breasts, the buttocks, and the face.
The results from a fat transfer procedure are especially natural-looking because the volume comes from a patient’s own fat. Our plastic surgeons take great care in their work, both in collecting the necessary fat cells and in injecting the right amount.
Contact The Peer Group about fat transfer in New Jersey. Request a consultation online, or call 973-822-3000.
Before and After Photos
Procedure
Many people have some part of their body they wish were enhanced, whether that’s breasts that have always been small, lips that have thinned with age, a butt that deflated after pregnancy, or something else. Many people also happen to have areas they wish were a bit smaller.
Fat transfer solves both problems at once. The procedure involves making an incision in a donor area, such as the thighs or belly, so we can use liposuction to extract living fat cells. This reduces bulk and provides the material to be used in the enhancement. The fat cells are carefully cleaned so that they remain healthy and undamaged. Then, they are injected into the target area, where they integrate themselves into the existing tissue.
Patients should know that fat transfer results are often subtle, making them good for patients who want modest size increases. When used to enhance the breasts, for example, this procedure will not create as dramatic a change as implants can—but it is an option for refining the results of breast augmentation surgery.
Fat transfer for the face can create pouty lips and fuller cheeks, as well as soften harsh lines and correct hollows and sagging.
When applied to the buttocks—a procedure is known as a Brazilian butt lift—fat transfer can create a rounder look or address mild sagging.
Recovery
Expect some tenderness, possible bruising, and swelling in two places: the donor site and the place where the fat cells were injected. The swelling and other effects will resolve over a few weeks, and it is important to note that not all of the cells will survive the fat transfer process. This means the results may “fluctuate” a bit before finally settling over a few months.
Take extra care of both sites involved in a fat transfer procedure, avoiding impacts to the area where the new cells were injected, as well as to the donor area. We also recommend choosing light walking and similar activities for several weeks, leaving any heavier exercise until after you are healed.
Since the new volume comes from your fat cells, the results will be long-lasting. Your body breaks down the gel in fillers like Juvéderm® and the RHA® Collection, but natural fat cells are more difficult to process.
Cost
Since this is a highly variable procedure, the cost of fat transfer will be discussed at your consultation. You can find financing information for this and other procedures elsewhere on our site.
Contact
Ready for your fat transfer with NJ′s The Peer Group? Patients in Livingston, Morristown, the surrounding communities, and beyond can reach out today by requesting a consultation online or calling 973-822-3000.
About Dr. Isaac Starker
Board-Certified Plastic Surgeon · The Peer Group for Plastic Surgery
- Board certification
- American Board of Plastic Surgery (verify)
- Education and training
- Undergraduate: New York University, 1977, B.A
- Medical School: New York University School of Medicine, June 1981, M.D
- Residency: Montefiore Medical Center – Albert Einstein College of Medicine, July 1986 – June 1988, Plastic Surgery, Chief Resident, July 1987 – June 1988
- Fellowship: The Roosevelt Hospital, Drs. J.W. Littler and R.G. Eaton, January 1989 – December 1989, Hand Surgery
- MD, NYU School of Medicine
- Plastic surgery training, Montefiore Medical Center, Albert Einstein College of Medicine
- Doctor of Medicine, New York University School of Medicine (1981)
- Internship, General Surgery, The Roosevelt Hospital (1981–1982)
- Residency, General Surgery, The Roosevelt Hospital, Chief Resident (1982–1986)
- Hospital affiliations
- Morristown Medical Center
- Attending, Morristown Memorial Hospital, Morristown, NJ
- Attending, St. Barnabas Medical Center, Livingston, NJ
- Attending, St. Luke's/Roosevelt Emergency Department (1988–1989)
- Memberships
- American Medical Association
- Medical Society of New Jersey
- Morris County Medical Society
- American College of Surgeons
- American Society of Plastic Surgeons
- American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery
- Northeastern Society of Plastic Surgeons
- New York Regional Society of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgeons
- President, New Jersey Society of Plastic Surgeons (2005)
- President of the medical staff, Morristown Memorial Hospital (2008-2009)
- Board of Trustees, Atlantic Health System (2008-2010)
- Chief, Plastic Surgery Section, Morristown Medical Center (most recently 2014 and 2015)
- Served on his local Board of Health for many years
- Lipoplasty Society of North America (1998–2000)
- Leo M. Davidoff Society
- Beta Lambda Sigma Honor Society
- Caducean Premed Honor Society
- Secretary/Treasurer, Morristown Memorial Hospital Medical Staff (2004–2005)
- Vice President, Morristown Memorial Hospital Medical Staff (2006–2007)
- Chairman, Atlantic Health Leadership Committee (2010)
- Vice-Chairman, Department of Surgery, Morristown Medical Center (Dec. 2010 – present)
- Section Chief, Plastic Surgery, Morristown Medical Center (2014–2016)
- Member, Board of Health, Madison, NJ (1996–2007)
- Member, Executive Committee, New Jersey Society of Plastic Surgeons (1998–2007)
- President, New Jersey Society of Plastic Surgeons (2006–2007)
- Trustee, Peer Foundation for Plastic Surgery and Rehabilitation (2005-present)
- Awards
- Castle Connolly Top Doctors, Women's Health, 2024
- Top Doctors, Morris & Essex Magazine, 2025
- Top Doctors 2024: Plastic Surgery, Castle Connolly
- Top Doctor, NJ Monthly 2006-2019
- Top Doctors, Millburn-Short Hills Magazine 2016
- Castle Connolly Medical, Ltd., Top Docs NY Metro Area 2007-2012, 2016, 2019-2022
- Castle Connolly, Regional Top Doctor 2012, 2013
- NJ Savvy Living, 2006-2009
- NJ Savvy Living, New Jersey’s Best Beauty Doctor, Feb. 2010 Issue, Jan. 2011 Issue
- America’s Cosmetic Doctors, 1st Edition, 2004
- Top Doctors, Inside Jersey, A Star Ledger Magazine, 2010-2018
- Top Doctors for Women’s Health, Inside Jersey, A Star Ledger Magazine, 2015 and 2016
- Top Doctors for Cancer, Inside Jersey, A Star Ledger Magazine, 2014-2016
- Best Doctors, Inc., Best Doctors in America, Listed consecutively since 1996-2016
- Consumers’ Research Council of America, Guide to America’s Top Plastic Surgeons, 2010-2012
- Voted Best Cosmetic Surgeon, The Daily Record Reader’s Choice, 2009-2010
- 2013 Vitals Patient Choice Award
- 2014 Vitals Top 10 Doctor
- NJ Top Docs
- America’s Best Plastic Surgeons, Newsweek, 2024
- Top Doc, New Jersey Monthly magazine (1996, 1998, 2006–2018)
- Best Dr.'s In America, Northeast Region, Woodward/White (1996–1997)
- Best Dr.'s in NY Metro Area, Castle/Connolly (1999–2021)
- Best Doctors, Best Doctors, Inc. (2001–2014)
- America's Cosmetic Doctors and Dentists Consumer Guide (2003, 2006)
- Top Doctors, Inside Jersey magazine (2011–2021)
- New Jersey Best Beauty Doctor, NJSavvy Living (February 2010)
- Cum Laude, New York University
- Founder's Day Award, New York University
- Dean's List, New York University
- Glover C. Arnold Award for excellence in Surgery, New York University School of Medicine
- Certificate of Distinction as Outstanding House Officer, Leo M. Davidoff Society, Montefiore Medical Center
- NPI
- 1932175536
- Offices
- Florham Park · Somerville
