New In My Practice: The Viality Fat Transfer System by Sientra with Dr. David Shafer

AestheticsWire recently sat down with New York City plastic surgeon David Shafer, MD to discuss how the use of the Viality Fat Transfer System by Sientra has improved his fat transfer procedures.

AestheticsWire: What is the Viality Fat Transfer System by Sientra?

David Shafer, MD: “The Viality fat transfer system efficiently filters and washes the adipose tissue and concentrates it for reinjection. The process ensures that the harvested fat cells remain intact and healthy, reducing the risk of fat resorption after the transfer. As a result, the system allows me to provide better predictability and long-term results for my patients undergoing fat transfer.”

AestheticsWire: What procedures are you using the Viality Fat Transfer System for or with?

Dr. Shafer: “This system services all uses for fat transfer with the ability to process 50–1,050 mL of lipoaspirate.”

AestheticsWire: How does it differ from other fat transfer systems?

Dr. Shafer: “As plastic surgeons, we are always looking for the best new ways to provide our patients with stronger results. This system is the only fat transfer system that uses Auraclens, a proprietary cleansing mechanism (lipoaspirate wash) to better retain viable fat leading to more predictable results, and the ability to process 50–1,050 mL of lipoaspirate. “

AestheticsWire: How does it improve upon the fat transfer process and results?

Dr. Shafer: “The use of AuraClens with the Viality system allows for easy filtration and removal of blood, oil, and other impurities that arise during the process. The Viality system also has a layer of super-absorbent foam which is exposed by removing the drawer to wick away the remaining saline fraction. This leaves highly concentrated fat for reinjection and allows me to confidently offer my patients more predictable outcomes with the natural results that they desire.”

AestheticsWire​​​​​​​: ​​​​​​​Are patients happy with their results?

Dr. Shafer: “Clinical studies have shown more than an 80% volume retention at both the 3- and 6-month timepoints. Patients have been thrilled with the natural results that they have experienced so far.”