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At Virginia Institute of Plastic Surgery, Drs. Burton and Reps Sundin bring a uniquely informed perspective to injectable treatments like AlloClae. With backgrounds in surgical fat grafting, body contouring, and regenerative techniques, both board-certified surgeons understand tissue behavior, volume restoration, and anatomical precision at a level that goes far beyond surface aesthetics. That depth of knowledge, combined with honest, personalized care, ensures every AlloClae treatment is performed with intention, artistry, and your long-term results in mind.

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What Is AlloClae?

AlloClae (pronounced "allo-clay") is an FDA-cleared structural adipose filler developed by Tiger Aesthetics. It is made from donor-derived human adipose (fat) tissue that has been rigorously processed and sterilized to remove donor DNA and cellular debris, eliminating immunogenic components while preserving the most therapeutically valuable elements of fat tissue. What remains after processing is a biological scaffold containing:

  • Extracellular matrix (ECM) proteins, including collagen, growth factors, and structural proteins that support tissue regeneration and integrate with your body's own tissues
  • Structural adipocytes, which are processed fat cells that provide immediate physical volume upon injection

Unlike hyaluronic acid (HA) fillers, which occupy space temporarily and are eventually absorbed, AlloClae integrates with surrounding tissue over time, stimulating collagen production and encouraging natural tissue remodeling. The result is volume restoration that feels and behaves like your own fat, because it essentially becomes part of you.

How Does AlloClae Work?

AlloClae is available in pre-filled syringes in larger volumes (12.5cc and 25cc) than standard facial fillers, making it uniquely suited for body contouring applications. When injected into the treatment area, it delivers a two-phase effect.

Immediately, physical volume is restored right away, smoothing irregularities and enhancing contour from the moment of treatment.

Over the long term, the ECM scaffold recruits the body's own stem cells, promotes neovascularization (new blood vessel formation), and stimulates collagen production, supporting ongoing tissue improvement over weeks and months.

Because no fat harvest or liposuction is required, AlloClae is a true off-the-shelf treatment, making it accessible to patients who don't have adequate donor fat for traditional fat grafting, or who simply prefer a non-surgical approach.

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What Can AlloClae Treat?

AlloClae is a versatile filler suitable for both facial and body applications, including:

  • Hip dips, smoothing the natural indentation between the outer hip and thigh for a more continuous curve
  • Buttock contouring, adding subtle volume and correcting contour irregularities without a surgical BBL
  • Breast enhancement, including modest volume addition, cleavage improvement, or correcting rippling around breast implants
  • Facial volume restoration in the cheeks, temples, under-eye hollows, and jawline (using DermoClae™, a finer facial formulation)
  • Hand rejuvenation, restoring youthful fullness to thinning or bony-appearing hands
  • Post-liposuction contour irregularities, correcting depressions or unevenness following body contouring procedures
  • Scar and dimple correction, including cellulite dimples and bra strap grooves

Benefits of AlloClae

  • No liposuction or fat harvesting required; no surgical donor site
  • Biologically compatible, as the treatment uses real human adipose tissue rather than synthetic ingredients
  • Immediate volume with ongoing regenerative improvement
  • Long-lasting results of 12 to 18+ months, with many patients experiencing even longer-lasting outcomes
  • Performed in-office under local anesthesia with no general anesthesia required
  • Minimal downtime; most patients return to daily activities within 24 to 48 hours
  • Can be combined with surgical procedures, Avéli® cellulite treatment, Renuvion J-Plasma skin tightening, and more
  • Ideal for patients who lack adequate donor fat for traditional fat grafting
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Are You a Candidate for AlloClae in Richmond?

AlloClae in Richmond may be right for you if you:

  • Have areas of volume loss, hollowing, or contour irregularity you'd like to address
  • Want longer-lasting results than traditional HA fillers provide
  • Do not have adequate fat stores for surgical fat grafting
  • Prefer a non-surgical, in-office treatment
  • Are seeking natural-looking, biologically compatible volume restoration
  • Have residual contour irregularities following liposuction or body contouring surgery
  • Are in good overall health and not pregnant or breastfeeding
  • Have realistic expectations for subtle-to-moderate volume enhancement

Why Choose Virginia Institute of Plastic Surgery for AlloClae?

Plastic surgeons with surgical fat grafting experience bring an entirely different level of skill to injectable fat treatments. Drs. Burton and Reps Sundin have performed thousands of fat grafting cases as part of their broader surgical practices, giving them a nuanced, three-dimensional understanding of tissue anatomy, volume distribution, and how biological materials integrate over time. 

Whether AlloClae is used as a standalone treatment or combined with another procedure, their surgical expertise translates directly into more precise, artful, and natural results. Recognized by Castle Connolly, Modern Luxury DC, and Northern Virginia Magazine as top physicians, the Sundin brothers deliver a standard of care that Richmond and Northern Virginia patients consistently trust.

What to Expect: AlloClae at Virginia Institute of Plastic Surgery

Consultation and Cost

  • Drs. Sundin's team will evaluate your goals, treatment areas, and candidacy at an in-office consultation
  • Pricing is based on the number of syringes and areas treated; provided in full during consultation
  • Combination treatment packages may be available
    Virtual consultations are offered for traveling patients

Procedure Steps

  • Pre-operative photos are taken and treatment areas are carefully marked
  • Mild oral or IV sedation may be administered for relaxation
  • Local anesthetic is precisely injected to fully numb the treatment area
  • The procedure is performed with you comfortable, awake, and in communication with the surgical team
  • Real-time symmetry assessment is performed throughout
  • Incisions are closed; you walk out of the office the same day

Recovery and Results Timeline

  • Same day: Mild swelling, redness, or tenderness at injection sites is normal and expected
  • Days 1 to 5: Swelling peaks and begins to subside; avoid strenuous exercise and alcohol
  • Days 5 to 14: Most visible swelling resolves; you can resume normal activities
  • Weeks 4 to 8: ECM integration and collagen stimulation produce continued improvement in skin texture and tissue quality
  • 3 to 6 Months: Full, final results are visible as tissue remodeling completes
    12 to 18+ Months: Many patients enjoy long-lasting or semi-permanent enhancement; a touch-up session can refine or maintain results
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Schedule Your AlloClae Consultation in Richmond

Ready to restore natural-looking volume with a treatment that works with your body? Contact Virginia Institute of Plastic Surgery at (804) 390-5660 or request a consultation online today.

FAQs: AlloClae

Is AlloClae derived from human donors and is that safe?

How does AlloClae compare to Renuva, which the practice also offers?

Can AlloClae be reversed if I am unhappy with my results?

Does AlloClae require allergy testing before treatment?

How many syringes of AlloClae will I need?

Can AlloClae be used to correct unevenness after a Brazilian Butt Lift?

Will results from AlloClae change significantly if I gain or lose weight?

How long should I wait to exercise after an AlloClae treatment?

Is AlloClae derived from human donors and is that safe?

Yes, AlloClae is derived from screened human donor adipose tissue that undergoes a rigorous sterilization and purification process to remove donor DNA and cellular debris, minimizing the risk of immune reaction. The product is FDA-cleared and has been used safely across thousands of procedures.

How does AlloClae compare to Renuva, which the practice also offers?

Both AlloClae and Renuva are allograft-based products, but AlloClae contains actual structural adipocytes (fat cells) that provide immediate volume, while Renuva works more gradually as the body replaces the injected matrix with its own fat over time. AlloClae is also available in larger syringe volumes, making it particularly well-suited for body contouring applications.

Can AlloClae be reversed if I am unhappy with my results?

Unlike hyaluronic acid fillers, which can be dissolved with an enzyme called hyaluronidase, AlloClae integrates with your body's own tissue and cannot be easily reversed. This makes a thorough consultation and realistic expectations especially important before proceeding with treatment.

Does AlloClae require allergy testing before treatment?

Because donor DNA and immunogenic components are removed during processing, AlloClae does not typically require pre-treatment allergy testing.

How many syringes of AlloClae will I need?

The number of syringes depends on the size and number of areas being treated, as well as the degree of volume correction desired. Drs. Sundin's team will provide a personalized treatment plan with specific syringe estimates during your consultation.

Can AlloClae be used to correct unevenness after a Brazilian Butt Lift?

Yes, AlloClae is well-suited for correcting contour irregularities, asymmetry, or volume deficits that can sometimes remain after a surgical BBL or other fat transfer procedure. Its ability to be injected precisely in small or irregular areas makes it a practical option for post-surgical refinement.

Will results from AlloClae change significantly if I gain or lose weight?

Because AlloClae integrates with your body's natural tissue, its results can be influenced by significant weight fluctuations in the same way that natural fat is affected. Maintaining a stable weight helps preserve your AlloClae results over the long term.

How long should I wait to exercise after an AlloClae treatment?

Most patients are advised to avoid strenuous exercise for at least five to seven days following treatment to allow initial healing and integration to begin. Light walking is generally acceptable sooner, and Drs. Sundin's team will provide a personalized activity timeline based on where you were treated.

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