AlloClae in Nashville

Refine Facial Plastic Surgery and Aesthetics

Restore lost volume and improve skin quality with AlloClae. A minimally invasive injectable treatment using purified donor fat. No liposuction, no surgery, and no synthetic materials. Just natural-looking results.

Precision Fat Restoration at Refine

Dr. Lucas Bryant has spent his career studying how fat behaves, how it is placed, how it integrates, and how it ages. As a dual board-certified, fellowship-trained facial plastic surgeon who performs advanced fat grafting procedures daily, Dr. Bryant brings a level of anatomical expertise to AlloClae that most injectors lack. At Refine Facial Plastic Surgery and Aesthetics in Nashville, AlloClae is not an ancillary offering; it is a natural extension of the precision-based fat grafting work Dr. Bryant has refined throughout his surgical career.

What Is AlloClae?

AlloClae is a structural adipose filler made from ethically donated, rigorously screened human fat tissue. Through a multi-step purification and sterilization process, the donor fat is refined to remove cellular debris and donor DNA, dramatically reducing the risk of immune response, while preserving what matters most: intact fat cells, collagen, and regenerative growth factors.

The composition at the time of injection is approximately 60% intact fat cells (adipocytes) and 40% structural matrix. That combination matters. The fat cells provide immediate volume. The matrix creates a scaffold that integrates with the surrounding tissue and supports ongoing regeneration. Unlike synthetic fillers, which simply occupy space and eventually dissolve, AlloClae becomes part of the tissue itself.

Because no liposuction is required, treatment is performed in the office under local anesthesia, with no operating room, no general anesthesia, and no harvest site.

Benefits of AlloClae

Immediate, natural-feeling volume using real fat tissue
No donor site required, no liposuction, no incisions
Minimal downtime compared to surgical fat transfer
Long-lasting results, volume that persists beyond the initial settling period is considered permanent

Regenerative effects on skin texture and quality over time
Versatile applications across the face and body
Results can be affected by significant weight fluctuation, just as natural body fat would be

Are You a Candidate for AlloClae?

You may be a good candidate if you:

Have volume loss in the face — cheeks, temples, jawline, or under-eye hollows
Want a natural alternative to synthetic dermal fillers
Have too little donor fat for a traditional autologous fat transfer
Are interested in body contouring (such as hip dip correction) without surgery
Are in good overall health and a non-smoker, or are willing to pause smoking around treatment
Have realistic expectations and understand that some initial volume settling is normal
Want to refine or correct a previous procedure result

AlloClae is not appropriate for patients with active infection, certain autoimmune conditions, or those who are pregnant or nursing. Dr. Bryant will evaluate your candidacy during your consultation.

Why Choose Dr. Bryant for AlloClae in Nashville?

AlloClae is injected precisely the way autologous fat is. In layers, at specific depths, with attention to anatomical placement. That technical similarity means a surgeon with deep fat grafting experience produces better outcomes than an injector without one.

Dr. Bryant completed his fellowship under the mentorship of internationally renowned facial plastic surgeon Andrew Jacono, MD, FACS, and has performed hundreds of fat grafting procedures across the face and body. His award-winning research has advanced the field's understanding of how to minimize surgical risk and optimize tissue outcomes. That background translates directly into AlloClae results that are natural, precise, and lasting.

What to Expect

Consultation and Cost

Dr. Bryant will evaluate your areas of concern and aesthetic goals
Medical history and any prior procedures will be reviewed
A personalized treatment plan is developed, including the specific volume and areas to address
Pricing is determined by the amount of product required and the treatment area(s); contact our office for current pricing

Procedure Steps

The treatment area is cleaned, and local anesthesia is applied for your comfort
AlloClae is delivered via cannula using a precise, layered injection technique — the same method used in fat grafting surgery
Sessions are typically completed in under one hour
No incisions, no liposuction, no general anesthesia required

Recovery and Results

Most patients resume normal activity within 2–3 days
Mild swelling, bruising, and tenderness are expected and resolve within 1–2 weeks
Vigorous exercise should be avoided for 2–3 weeks post-treatment
Some initial volume reduction is expected as the tissue settles over the first several weeks
Volume that persists beyond 6–8 weeks is considered long-lasting
Results continue to improve over several months as the tissue fully integrates

Related Procedures

AlloClae pairs naturally with facial procedures like facelift, blepharoplasty, and rhinoplasty, as well as non-surgical options like Morpheus8 and laser skin treatments. Patients who prefer a fully autologous approach may also be candidates for facial fat grafting.

Schedule a Consultation at Refine

Ready to explore AlloClae in Nashville? Contact Refine Facial Plastic Surgery and Aesthetics at (615) 551-4844 or visit our contact page to schedule your consultation with Dr. Lucas Bryant today.