Shoulder Fat Grafting

Fat grafting to the shoulder area uses your own purified fat to add subtle volume to the deltoid region, broadening and rounding the shoulder contour. It is often combined with liposuction of other areas to enhance the overall silhouette.

As with all fat grafting, some of the transferred fat is naturally reabsorbed, so the final result settles over a few months and a touch-up is sometimes considered.

What it can improve

• Subtle shoulder volume and a broader contour using your own fat
• Upper-body proportion and silhouette
• Balance with the chest and waist

It does not build muscle, does not change bone structure, and cannot guarantee complete survival of transferred fat.

Quick facts

• Procedure time: 2--3 hours
• Anesthesia: General anesthesia or sedation
• Clinic stay: Same-day or short stay
• Recovery: Around 1--2 weeks before light daily activity
• Exercise: Strenuous activity from about 4--6 weeks
• Final result: Settles over 3--6 months

Before the procedure

You will receive individualized preparation guidance. Donor areas and realistic volume are discussed at consultation.

During the procedure

Fat is harvested with liposuction, prepared, and grafted into the shoulder region in small amounts for a natural, rounded contour, with attention to symmetry.

After the procedure

Swelling and bruising affect the donor and treated areas and settle over weeks. The grafted volume reduces slightly as some fat is reabsorbed.

Results: what it can and cannot achieve

A subtly broader, rounder shoulder contour is achievable. The technique cannot build muscle or change bone width, fat survival varies, and a stable weight protects the result.

Possible risks and complications

All surgery carries risks. Possible risks include:

• Partial reabsorption of transferred fat and volume loss
• Asymmetry or contour irregularity
• Fat necrosis, lumps, or oil cysts
• Bruising, swelling, and temporary numbness
• Rare but serious risks including blood clots and fat embolism

Smoking and impaired circulation raise the risk of healing problems, so honest assessment and smoking cessation are essential.

Shoulder fat grafting may suit men wanting a subtly broader silhouette using their own fat. It is especially suitable for patients who:

• Want subtle shoulder volume rather than implants
• Have enough donor fat for harvesting
• Have realistic expectations about fat survival
• Are at a stable weight
• Do not smoke or can stop before and after surgery

It may not suit very lean men with little donor fat or those expecting a dramatic change in frame width. Your surgeon explains what is realistic.

Surgery by Dr. Matteo Amoroso

Male aesthetic surgery at Skulpturkliniken is performed by Dr. Matteo Amoroso, a specialist plastic and reconstructive surgeon. His detailed command of anatomy and tissue handling is the foundation for safe, natural results that respect masculine features.

Natural, balanced results

Dr. Amoroso plans every procedure to enhance masculine definition while preserving natural character. The aim is a result that looks like you, refreshed or refined, rather than altered or feminized.

Reconstructive precision meets aesthetic judgment

Choosing a surgeon is personal, and the relationship should rest on open communication and trust. From the first consultation, Dr. Amoroso helps you understand what is realistic, which approach suits you, and whether surgery is the right option at all.

Individualized assessment

Every procedure begins with a detailed assessment. We evaluate:

• Your concerns, anatomy, and skin quality
• Masculine proportions and features to preserve
• Tissue, fat, and where relevant glandular tissue
• General health, weight stability, and lifestyle
• Your goals and realistic expectations

Safety, precision, and long-term care

Safety is central to every step of the surgical journey. Your treatment includes:

1. ✓ Specialist consultation with Dr. Matteo Amoroso
2. ✓ Detailed assessment and individualized surgical planning
3. ✓ Careful evaluation of whether surgery is the right option
4. ✓ Preoperative preparation guidance
5. ✓ Surgery in a safe and controlled surgical environment
6. ✓ Scheduled postoperative follow-up visits
7. ✓ Direct access to the surgeon and nursing team
8. ✓ Digital medical records through Adoreal®
9. ✓ Patient insurance through Folksam
10. ✓ Long-term postoperative support