Facial Fat Transfer FAQ

What areas are commonly treated with facial fat transfer?

Which is better – fat transfer or dermal fillers?Dermal fillerFat transfer pros

Can fat grafting be combined with other procedures?

What areas are commonly treated with facial fat transfer?

Some of the most common areas to be treated with fat grafting include the malar (cheek) region, tear troughs under the eyes, lips, and nasolabial folds (smile lines). Other treatment areas may include hollowed temples, forehead, and marionette lines (along the sides of the chin)

Which is better – fat transfer or dermal fillers?

Fat grafting and dermal fillers both can treat many of the same areas. Both have distinct advantages and disadvantages.

  • Dermal filler

    Dermal fillers require less anesthetic (no harvesting), will have less swelling afterwards, and are reversible if needed. Additionally, there has been development of new filler agents for specific areas in the face. Dermal fillers are absorbed with time and to maintain the look, will require frequent retreatment, with a cost that adds up over time.

  • Fat transfer pros

    Fat grafting is a long-lasting solution that requires only one treatment in most cases. Fat is often softer and gives a more natural appearance (it is replenishing what used to be there). It can be injected at higher volumes for more dramatic results. Additionally, fat grafting can improve the appearance of the face overall by both volume enhancement and with the transfer of stem cells and growth factors contained in our adipose (fat) tissue.

Can fat grafting be combined with other procedures?

Absolutely, and this is commonly done. Fat transfer is a great way to enhance results of blepharoplasty (eyelid surgery), facelifting, brow lifting, or laser resurfacing. This combines treatments under anesthesia and condenses recovery periods.

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