What Is alloClae?

alloClae is a structural adipose filler made from ethically donated human fat tissue. It is classified as a Human Cell and Tissue Product (HCT/P), manufactured by Tiger Aesthetics Medical and held to rigorous FDA donor screening and tissue safety requirements. Through a multi-step purification process, donor fat is refined to preserve its natural three-dimensional structure, including fat cells, extracellular matrix (ECM), triglycerides, and connective tissues, while removing cellular debris and reducing the risk of immune response. The result is a ready-to-use filler that performs like your own fat tissue once placed. Immediate volume comes from the fat cell structure. The extracellular matrix creates a natural scaffold that integrates with surrounding tissue over time. Unlike traditional fat grafting, alloClae requires no liposuction and no donor site preparation. It is injected directly in-office, meaning no operating room, no general anesthesia, and no surgical recovery.

How alloClae Works

alloClae is injected subcutaneously, beneath the skin and into the tissue layer where fat naturally exists. Using a fine cannula and a precise, layered technique, the product is placed at specific depths to match the natural architecture of the treatment area. Because alloClae preserves the natural three-dimensional honeycomb structure of fat tissue, it behaves and feels like real fat once in place.

The treatment is performed in-office under local anesthesia. No incisions are required, and no fat is harvested from elsewhere on your body. Most sessions are completed in under one hour. Results are visible immediately following treatment.

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alloClae Pricing

$6,500 – $18,000

Final cost determined by the amount of product required

Pricing discussed at consultation

Treatment Areas

alloClae can be applied anywhere fat naturally exists in the body. At StudioMD, we offer alloClae contouring for the following areas:

Buttock Enhancement

alloClae provides a non-surgical alternative for patients seeking fuller, more rounded gluteal contour. It can add volume and projection to the buttocks, smooth contour irregularities from prior procedures, and enhance the overall shape of the posterior without surgery or implants. For patients who do not have sufficient donor fat for traditional fat transfer, alloClae offers an option that was previously unavailable.

Hip and Hip Dip Correction

The indentation along the outer hip, commonly referred to as a hip dip, is one of the most requested areas for alloClae treatment. Targeted placement along the lateral hip adds subtle volume to smooth the transition between the hip and thigh, creating a more continuous, rounded silhouette. The results are natural-looking and proportionate to your frame.

Thigh Contouring

alloClae can be used to smooth and refine the inner and outer thigh, adding volume where it has been lost or was never present in the desired proportion. This can be particularly useful for patients who have experienced thigh volume loss due to weight changes or who seek improved balance and symmetry in the lower body.

Breast Contouring

For patients seeking subtle breast enhancement or refinement without surgery, alloClae offers a meaningful option. It can be used to restore lost volume, address visible implant rippling or asymmetry in patients with existing implants, and refine upper pole fullness and cleavage contour. alloClae is not a replacement for breast augmentation surgery in patients seeking significant size change, but for targeted, natural enhancement, it can produce results that implants and synthetic fillers cannot replicate.

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The alloClae Procedure at StudioMD

Your alloClae treatment begins with a consultation to discuss your goals, evaluate your anatomy, and determine the volume and treatment areas most appropriate for your desired outcome. Pricing is determined based on the amount of product required. On the day of your treatment, the area is cleaned and local anesthesia is applied for comfort. alloClae is then delivered via cannula using a precise, layered injection technique that places the product at the correct depth within the tissue. There are no incisions, no liposuction, and no general anesthesia. Most sessions are completed in under one hour. Results are visible immediately.

Recovery and Results

alloClae is a minimally invasive procedure with minimal downtime. Most patients return to normal daily activities within 24 to 48 hours. Mild swelling, bruising, or tenderness at the treatment site is normal and typically resolves within one to two weeks. Strenuous exercise and activities that put direct pressure on the treated area are generally avoided for two to three weeks following treatment. Results are immediate, though some initial settling is expected in the weeks following treatment as the tissue integrates. Volume that persists beyond six to eight weeks is considered long-lasting. Results continue to refine over several months as the alloClae tissue fully integrates with the surrounding area. Significant changes in body weight after treatment may affect your results, just as natural body fat responds to weight fluctuation.

Is alloClae Right for You?

alloClae may be a good option if you are looking for natural body contouring enhancement without surgery, if you have insufficient donor fat for traditional fat transfer, or if you want to refine or correct the results of a prior procedure. It is a particularly valuable option for patients who are not surgical candidates or who prefer to avoid the recovery and commitment of an operating room procedure. alloClae is not appropriate for patients with severe allergen sensitivities, a history of anaphylaxis, or active infection at the treatment site. A thorough consultation and health history review at StudioMD will confirm whether alloClae is the right fit for your goals and health profile.

Why Choose StudioMD for alloClae?

StudioMD has been part of the aesthetic community since 2008, with a team that brings clinical depth and careful technique to every service we offer. alloClae requires precise placement and a strong understanding of body anatomy to produce results that look natural and proportionate. Our medspa team approaches every body contouring treatment with the same standard of care that defines our practice across all services. With over 100,000 aesthetic treatments performed across our locations in New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Pennsylvania, StudioMD has the experience and the team to deliver alloClae with confidence.

Meet Your Providers In aesthetics, provider quality & experience mean everything.

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Dr. Ali Khan, MD

Physician

Dr. Ali Khan, with 18+ years in aesthetics, is a Smartlipo pioneer with 5,000+ procedures performed. He specializes in liposuction, injectables, hair restoration, and minor surgical treatments.

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Dr. Anni Wong, MD

Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgeon

Dr. Anni Wong is a fellowship-trained facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon with advanced training from the University of Pennsylvania and a residency at the New York Eye and Ear Infirmary at Mount Sinai. She specializes in rhinoplasty, facelift, blepharoplasty, lip lift, and a comprehensive range of surgical and nonsurgical facial procedures. A New Jersey native and Alpha Omega Alpha honoree, Dr. Wong is known for her precise technique and commitment to natural, balanced results.

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Dr. Sadaf Qazi, DO

Cosmetic Surgeon

Dr. Sadaf Qazi is a skilled cosmetic surgeon specializing in body contouring, facial procedures, and injectables. Her expertise spans tummy tucks, BBL, liposuction, breast augmentation, blepharoplasty, and advanced dermal filler techniques.

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Dr. Amar Singh, MD

Plastic Surgeon

Dr. Amar Singh is a board-certified plastic surgeon with over 20 years of experience. Trained in multiple fellowships, he specializes in facial plastic surgery, liposuction, injectables, and advanced laser treatments, while actively teaching future surgeons.

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Dr. Sanja Kolarov, MD

Board-Certified Physician

Dr. Sanja Kolarov, a board-certified physician with 17+ years of experience, specializes in injectables, laser treatments, liposuction, hair restoration, and regenerative therapies, providing patients with advanced, medically guided aesthetic care and natural results.

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Dr. Kathryn Alcarez, MD

Physician

Dr. Kathryn Alcarez is an experienced Primary Care Physician with 13+ years of experience and specializes in dermal fillers, wellness, and skin rejuvenation treatments. Her caring approach to her patients is to provide the best preventative care modalities and evidence based medicine possible to maintain their long term health and wellness.

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Dr. Meredith Corson, DO

Board-Certified Physician

Dr. Meredith Corson is a seasoned Primary Care Physician specializing in anti-aging medicine, promoting both internal and external wellness. With over 16 years of experience, she has honed skills in toxins applications, biostimulator fillers, and wellness treatments, earning a solid reputation in facial aesthetics.

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Vanessa Sanchez, NP

Board-Certified Nurse Practitioner

Vanessa Sanchez, a board-certified nurse practitioner with 8+ years of experience, specializes in women’s health, injectables, and advanced anti-aging. She also provides personalized weight loss treatments designed to support long-term aesthetic and wellness goals.

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Dr. Afnan Talat, MD

Board-Certified Physician

Dr. Afnan Talat, a board-certified physician with 9+ years of experience, specializes in aesthetics, weight loss, and sexual health. Her background in skincare science informs her expertise in botox, fillers, and anti-aging medicine.

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Dr. Jeena Zachariah, MD

Board-Certified Physician

Dr. Jeena Zachariah is a board-certified physician with over five years experience in aesthetic medicine. She excels in facial optimization through the use of neuromodulators and dermal fillers, performs radiosurgeries, body contouring injections and hair restoration surgeries, demonstrating a keen eye for detail in every procedure.

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Maria Rivera, RN

Clinical & Operations Director for Hair Restoration

Maria Rivera has over twenty years of experience in the medical field and hair restoration and is a leading expert in FUE, FUT, hair injections and everything else about hair loss treatments and procedures.

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Niki Ioannou, NP

Nurse Practitioner

Niki Ioannou specializes in advanced injectables including Botox, Fillers, Sculptra, and Radiesse, as well as non-surgical weight loss treatments. Known for her precision and personalized care, Niki combines technical expertise with a deep understanding of facial anatomy to help patients look and feel their best.

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Dr. Lena Makartian, MD

Physician

Dr. Lena Makartian is a board‑certified Primary Care Physician with over five years of clinical experience. She specializes in injectables, laser treatments, skin rejuvenation, body contouring, hair restoration, wellness and weight-management therapies, offering patients comprehensive, medically guided aesthetic care.

Dr. Sarah Margolskee, MD

Physician

Dr. Sarah Margolskee is a board-certified physician with over 5 years of experience specializing in wellness, injectables, and aesthetic medicine. Her clinical background informs her precise approach to skin lesions, mole removal, and personalized weight loss treatments designed to support long-term health and confidence.

Dr. Louis Mariotti, DO

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Dr. Mariotti is a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon, specialist in Hair Restoration Medicine and Surgery. With over 30 years of experience and a strong background in facial plastic surgery and hair restoration, he has trained and instructed other surgeons at leading conferences and has been actively involved in advancing techniques within the field.

Madisyn Ferone, NP

Nurse Practitioner

Madisyn Ferone is a Board-Certified Nurse Practitioner. She specializes in advanced injectables including Botox, Fillers, Sculptra, and Radiesse. Madisyn brings a patient-centered aesthetic care, and evidence-based beauty enhancements. Passionate about helping patients feel confident through natural-looking results while combining advanced clinical expertise with personalized treatment planning.

FAQs alloClae

How is alloClae different from traditional fat transfer?

Traditional fat transfer, or fat grafting, requires harvesting fat from your own body through liposuction before transferring it to the target area. alloClae eliminates that step entirely. Because it uses donor fat tissue that is already processed and ready to inject, there is no donor site, no liposuction, and no surgical preparation required. The treatment is performed entirely in-office under local anesthesia.

Is alloClae safe?

alloClae is classified as a Human Cell and Tissue Product (HCT/P) and is regulated under FDA requirements for donor tissue, including rigorous donor screening and testing for transmissible diseases. As with any injectable procedure, there is a possibility of complications. These may include swelling, bruising, tenderness, cystic or nodule formations, or, in rare cases, immune responses. Your StudioMD provider will review your health history and discuss all relevant risks during your consultation.

How long do alloClae results last?

Because alloClae is made from real fat tissue, results can be lasting. Volume that remains after the initial settling period, typically beyond six to eight weeks, is considered long-lasting. Results continue to improve over several months as the tissue integrates. Significant changes in body weight may affect results over time, as natural fat responds to weight fluctuation.

How soon will I see results?

Results from alloClae are immediate. You will notice volume and contouring improvement right away following your treatment. Some initial settling occurs over the first several weeks, and results continue to refine over the following months as the tissue fully integrates.

How much downtime is involved?

Most patients return to normal daily activities within 24 to 48 hours. Strenuous exercise and pressure on the treated area should be avoided for two to three weeks. Your StudioMD provider will give you specific recovery guidance based on your treatment areas and the volume placed.

Can alloClae be used if I already have breast implants?

Yes. alloClae is commonly used in patients with existing breast implants to address visible rippling, asymmetry, or volume irregularities that develop over time. It is a natural-feeling, non-surgical option for refining implant results without requiring revision surgery.

What determines the cost of my treatment?

The cost of alloClae treatment at StudioMD is based on the amount of product required to achieve your desired outcome. Volume needed varies by treatment area and individual goals. Your provider will discuss your personalized treatment plan and associated pricing at your consultation.

Start Your Journey Today

If you are ready to explore what alloClae body contouring can do for you, StudioMD is here to help. Schedule a consultation with our medspa body contouring team to discuss your goals, evaluate your options, and find out whether alloClae is the right treatment for you. Our team will give you an honest assessment and a clear picture of what to expect before you make any decisions.

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