Fat Transfer (Fat Injection):
It
has been shown that many of the changes in the aging
face are attributed to loss of volume. These areas
are first noticed around the eyes and mouth
providing a less youthful look.
By utilizing liposuction techniques, fat can be
harvested from one part of the body, and injected
with a blunt needle into another area to create
additional volume, correct contour defects, or just
provide an overall youthful look.
Unlike synthetic
fillers, autologous (your own) fat has the potential
to stay for many years, until it is metabolized by
the body. Depending on the area about 60% will
remain for many years, and 40% will be absorbed in 4
months. Most patients admit that unlike other
synthetic fillers, fat has a more natural look and
feel to it. The most common areas filled are the
mid-face, around the eyes and mouth. The procedure
is very often performed in conjunction with standard
face-lifting and mid-face-lifting procedures, or
alone depending on the preoperative appearance of
the face. Postoperatively there is usually swelling
for up to one week and virtually no scars are
visible. Fat transfer to the face could allow for a
fuller and more youthful looking face.
Before & After
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