Facial rejuvenation is more accurately viewed as a comprehensive operation that requires restoration of the skin surface, surgical lifting of sagging tissues, and, in particular, addition of fat to repair age-related facial hollowing.
With very few exceptions, every region of the face may benefit from a fat grafting procedure, although some areas are better suited to its application than others. Facial units with more mobility, such as the area around the mouth.
An experienced surgeon can quickly identify age-related facial hollowing in the midface area. Fat loss is evidenced as the youthful cheek contour begins to fade, under-eye bags become more prominent, and the nasolabial folds or “smile lines” deepen
Correctly performed, fat grafting can offer elegant and lasting improvements in the eye region that are unattainable by other techniques.
Whether fat grafting, dermal fillers, or silicone implants are better for chin augmentation depends on several factors. The severity of age-related chin volume loss, chin anatomy, and expectations are essential in determining which option is more suitable for the patient.
Not all fat injected into the face as part of the graft will be retained; about 30% and up to 50% of the fat will not survive after the procedure
Results of facial fat transfer vary from patient to patient. Significant loss of body weight, especially facial fat, will negatively affect the cosmetic outcome.
As with most medical procedures, providing the exact cost upfront without prior consultation is impossible.
Facial fat grafting is a surgical procedure that should be performed in a sterile environment.
Fat offers many benefits as a means of facial volume enhancement. Fat may be employed as a form of living tissue graft to restore youthful facial contours in the brows
+506 7032-5570
Abraham Gómez, MD
Hospital Clínica Bíblica, Omega Building, 2nd floor
Loras Medical, Torre Las Loras, main floor
+506 7032-5570
Abraham Gómez, MD
Hospital Clínica Bíblica, Omega Building, 2nd floor
Loras Medical, Torre Las Loras, main floor
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