Modern body contouring has evolved beyond traditional surgical approaches. For patients seeking natural volume restoration without implants or the need for liposuction, innovative solutions now exist that deliver transformative results with minimal downtime. Alloclae represents the first structural adipose filler designed specifically for body contouring—an innovative advancement in regenerative aesthetics that offers “fat on demand” for patients throughout Northern Virginia. This breakthrough technology provides outstanding results in an outpatient clinic setting with minimal downtime, addressing the limitations of conventional fat grafting while delivering immediate, lasting enhancement to areas where soft tissue exists.
Dr. Ghaznavi’s Expertise in Regenerative Body Contouring
Dr. Amir Ghaznavi brings his dual board certification in plastic and reconstructive surgery to the forefront of regenerative aesthetics at AMG Plastic Surgery. His E3 philosophy—Empathy, Expertise, and Education—ensures that every patient receives comprehensive guidance on the latest advances in non-surgical body contouring. With extensive training in microsurgery from the Cleveland Clinic Foundation and years of experience performing fat grafting and liposuction procedures, Dr. Ghaznavi understands the nuanced planes and precise placement techniques required to achieve optimal, natural-looking results. His daily practice with adipose tissue procedures positions him uniquely among plastic surgeons to deliver superior outcomes with Alloclae.
“We’re seeing remarkable outcomes with Alloclae in patients who previously had limited options,” says Dr. Ghaznavi. “This technology is particularly valuable for patients who lack sufficient body fat for traditional grafting, those who want to avoid general anesthesia and extensive downtime, or anyone seeking natural enhancement without implants. The ability to visualize results in real time while injecting—with minimal swelling—allows us to achieve precise, customized outcomes that meet each patient’s specific goals.”
I’m very happy and pleased with the quality of care and treatment I received at AMG Plastic Surgery. Dr Ghaznavi was very thorough, attentive and caring before, during and after my surgery and continues to be. From the moment I walked in the office, Pam greeted me and helped calm my nerves and has been supportive throughout the entire process and continues to be. I highly recommend this practice for any plastic surgery you need. You will be well taken care of.
What Is Alloclae?
Alloclae is the first structural adipose filler—a purified, donor-derived adipose tissue product designed specifically for body contouring that provides immediate volume restoration without requiring liposuction or implants. Through a meticulous and refined sterilization process, Alloclae is processed from donor cadavers to deplete DNA and immune cells while retaining the growth factors, proteins, collagen, and extracellular matrix components inherent to adipose tissue. This unique composition—60% intact adipocytes and 40% extracellular matrix—supports the body’s natural regenerative processes for volume restoration.
The processing protocol maintains the structural integrity of fat cells, a critical advantage over traditional liposuction and fat grafting procedures that often damage fat cells during harvesting, making volume retention more problematic. Because Alloclae’s fat cells remain intact through processing, concerns about retention are minimal. Once injected, Alloclae mixes with your own fat cells and responds naturally to your body—contracting and expanding with weight loss or gain just like native adipose tissue.
Alloclae is processed and distributed in compliance with FDA requirements for safe tissue processing and can be used anywhere in the body where fat exists. The product is shelf-stable, ready to use, and requires no refrigeration, providing unprecedented convenience for both patients and practitioners. This “happy, healthy fat” creates structural change right away, customized to your unique anatomy and aesthetic goals.
Who Benefits Most from Alloclae
This innovative treatment addresses concerns that traditional surgical options cannot effectively solve, particularly for patients who lack adequate donor fat or wish to avoid the extensive recovery associated with traditional procedures. Alloclae provides cushioning, volume, and support across a remarkable range of applications:
GLP-1 Related Volume Loss:
Patients using medications like Ozempic, Mounjaro, or other weight loss treatments often experience dramatic fat loss that creates unwanted changes in facial contours, intimate areas, and body proportions. Some women notice labial volume loss or vaginal changes that lead to discomfort during intimacy—concerns sometimes described as “Ozempic vulva” or weight loss-related intimate changes. Alloclae restores natural volume and comfort without requiring body fat harvesting.
Labioplasty and Intimate Restoration:
Beyond traditional labioplasty that addresses excess tissue, many women seek volume restoration after massive weight loss. Loss of fullness in the labia or vaginal area can cause physical discomfort and decreased confidence. Alloclae offers gentle, effective augmentation to restore youthful contours and alleviate pain during intimacy, typically requiring just one syringe for optimal results.
Hand Rejuvenation:
The hands betray true age even when facial procedures create a youthful appearance. Volume loss reveals tendons, veins, and bony prominences that add years to your appearance. Alloclae restores the smooth, plump quality of younger hands with typically just one syringe, creating harmony with facial rejuvenation efforts.
Breast Enhancement Without Implants:
Women seeking natural breast augmentation without implants, those experiencing wrinkling or divots after implant placement, or patients choosing explant surgery can benefit from Alloclae’s ability to add subtle definition, smooth irregularities, and enhance natural tissue. The treatment addresses breast asymmetry, wide cleavage, tuberous breasts, weight loss-related breast volume depletion, and contour irregularities following breast reductions or lifts.
Liquid BBL and Natural Buttock Contouring:
Not every patient wants dramatic transformation. For professionals seeking subtle enhancement—what many call a “CEO BBL,” “Pilates Peach,” or liquid BBL—Alloclae delivers refined curves and improved proportion without the risks and extended recovery of traditional Brazilian Butt Lift surgery. This approach provides instant fill and lift, resulting in immediate patient satisfaction and allowing return to sitting at work the very next day.
Post-Liposuction Refinement:
Small deficits, irregularities, or asymmetries following liposuction procedures can be corrected with precision using Alloclae, providing seamless contour without additional surgery.
Bodybuilding and Athletic Enhancement:
Athletes and bodybuilders pursuing enhanced definition in specific areas like the calves, pectorals, or other muscle groups can achieve their physique goals without the six-week recovery period traditional fat grafting demands, allowing quicker return to training.
Pectus Excavatum and Chest Contouring:
Patients with concave chest deformities or sunken sternum contours—medically known as pectus excavatum—can achieve significant improvement through strategic Alloclae placement that builds volume and creates more balanced chest contours.
Post-Weight Loss Comfort and Function:
Individuals who have lost massive amounts of weight often experience tailbone or sitting discomfort due to complete fat loss in the buttock region. Alloclae provides cushioning that dramatically improves quality of life and sitting tolerance.
Scar Correction and Surface Irregularities:
Irregularities from previous surgeries, mole or cyst removal indentations, birthmarks with divots, or other surface contour concerns can be smoothed and refined with targeted Alloclae placement.
Cellulite Treatment:
Alloclae can be used as an alternative or prior to treatments like Aveli to address laxity and depleted areas, improving skin texture and contour.
Additional Applications:
Alloclae’s versatility extends to hip dips, inner thighs, elbows, ankles, flat feet requiring arch cushioning, and virtually any area of the body where soft tissue exists and volume enhancement is desired.
The options are truly endless—Alloclae provides solutions for small to medium corrections anywhere on the body that soft tissue exists, making it invaluable for patients with little to no fat who need this procedure but have no other options.
What to Expect During Your Alloclae Treatment
The Alloclae procedure takes place in the comfort of our Reston office, typically completed within 30 minutes to two hours depending on the treatment area and volume required. Dr. Ghaznavi begins with a detailed consultation to understand your specific goals and determine the appropriate volume and placement strategy. On the day of treatment, the target area is cleansed and numbed using local anesthetic to ensure your comfort throughout the procedure.
Using precise injection techniques honed through extensive experience with fat grafting and liposuction, Dr. Ghaznavi strategically places the Alloclae material at the correct tissue planes to achieve optimal contour and volume. Unlike less experienced practitioners who may bolus the fat too deep—requiring more product for simple volume enhancement—Dr. Ghaznavi’s skill ensures efficient, effective placement. Patients remain awake and comfortable during treatment, with no need for general anesthesia or sedation.
One of Alloclae’s most remarkable features is the ability to visualize results with minimal swelling in real time. You can actually see the changes in the mirror as Dr. Ghaznavi is injecting during your procedure, allowing for customized, precise outcomes that meet your specific aesthetic vision. Following the procedure, you can return home the same day with minimal restrictions. Most patients resume normal daily activities immediately—you can fly the next day, return to work, and even sit comfortably if treated in the buttock area. Strenuous exercise and workouts are typically restricted for seven days to optimize integration.
You may experience soreness, bruising, or swelling for a few days, though these side effects are generally mild. Unlike traditional surgical body contouring that requires weeks of recovery and significant lifestyle disruption, Alloclae offers transformative results with minimal downtime—you’ll be back to working, flying, and living life within two to three days after your procedure.
Frequently Asked Questions About Alloclae
Alloclae is the first structural adipose tissue designed for body contouring to be used anywhere fat exists. It provides immediate cushioning, volume, and support through a unique composition of 60% intact adipocytes and 40% extracellular matrix that supports natural regenerative healing.
Ideal candidates are in good overall health seeking a non-surgical option or those with insufficient fat to harvest for traditional grafting. Alloclae is particularly valuable if you want to avoid general anesthesia and surgical recovery, if you’re addressing volume loss from weight reduction medications or massive weight loss, or if you’re seeking natural enhancement without implants.
Alloclae is a structural adipose tissue that provides a wide range of natural options for breast and body procedures. While it can be used in the face when diluted with sterile water to create a more silky, injectable consistency, its primary applications are body contouring and enhancement.
Dr. Ghaznavi will be better able to give you guidance based on the goals you are trying to achieve during your consultation. Many patients achieve their desired results in a single session, though touch-up treatments can extend longevity or refine outcomes if desired.
Most Alloclae procedures take around one to one and a half hours, including local anesthesia and the injection procedure itself. Exact timing will be customized to your personalized procedure plan. Simple treatments like hand or labial enhancement may take 30 minutes, while more extensive body contouring may require up to two hours.
Downtime is minimal. You will be back to working, flying, and living life within two to three days after your procedure. You can even return to sitting at work the next day, even if injected in the buttock area.
Alloclae provides immediate and targeted cushioning, volume, and support. You can actually see the changes in real time in the mirror while Dr. Ghaznavi is injecting during your procedure, with minimal swelling allowing you to visualize results immediately.
Research indicates that Alloclae is long-lasting thus far. Because the intact fat cells are not damaged through processing, retention concerns are minimal. Once injected, Alloclae mixes with your own fat cells and contracts and expands naturally with weight loss or gain. Clinical studies to evaluate long-term retention are ongoing, and findings will be shared when available.
Potential side effects include pain, redness, bruising, swelling, and discomfort, which typically resolve within a few days. Less commonly, patients may experience infection, discoloration of the skin, cyst or nodule formation, or allergic reaction. Similar to other medical or surgical procedures, outcomes depend on each individual’s unique anatomy and environment and may vary. No specific guarantees can be made regarding aesthetic outcomes, volume retention, or complications.
No, Alloclae is not recognized or covered by insurance. All clients, no matter the indication, will need to pay out of pocket for the procedure. However, for many patients with little to no fat who need volume restoration, this procedure is invaluable because there are no other options available.
Why Choose AMG Plastic Surgery for Alloclae in Reston
Selecting the right provider for advanced regenerative treatments requires confidence in both expertise and artistic vision. Dr. Ghaznavi’s dual board certification, fellowship training in microsurgery, and daily experience with fat grafting and liposuction procedures make AMG Plastic Surgery a trusted destination for Alloclae treatments throughout Northern Virginia. His understanding of the different tissue planes and precise fat placement techniques—honed through years of performing adipose procedures—ensures optimal outcomes that less experienced practitioners cannot match. At this time, Alloclae is only available through plastic surgeons, but even among specialists, the skill and precision with which the product is placed determines whether simple volume enhancement requires minimal product or excessive amounts due to improper depth of placement. Dr. Ghaznavi’s meticulous approach combines technical precision with an artist’s eye, ensuring that results enhance your natural beauty while addressing your specific concerns. The practice’s dedication to patient education means you’ll fully understand your options, realistic outcomes, and the entire treatment process before moving forward. From your initial consultation through post-treatment follow-up, the AMG Plastic Surgery team provides compassionate support and expert guidance at every step.
Whether you’re seeking to restore volume after dramatic weight loss, enhance your contours without surgery, address breast or body irregularities, or solve specific aesthetic concerns that traditional methods cannot effectively treat, Alloclae at AMG Plastic Surgery offers a proven solution with natural, lasting results. Dr. Ghaznavi welcomes patients from throughout Northern Virginia, including Fairfax and Ashburn, to discover how this innovative treatment can help you achieve your aesthetic goals with confidence and minimal disruption to your life. Schedule your consultation today to explore whether Alloclae is the right choice for your unique needs and desired outcomes.
