facial fat transfer
Facial fat transfer, also known as fat grafting, is a cosmetic procedure that uses your own fat to restore lost volume and enhance facial contours. Fat is gently removed from another area of the body, such as the abdomen or thighs, processed, and carefully injected into areas of the face that have lost volume due to aging. This procedure can help soften wrinkles, improve facial fullness, and restore a smoother, more youthful appearance. Because your own fat is used, facial fat transfer provides a natural approach to facial rejuvenation and can be performed alone or in combination with other facial cosmetic procedures.
who is a good candidate for facial fat transfer
Good candidates for facial fat grafting are individuals who have experienced volume loss in the face due to aging, weight changes, or naturally occurring facial contours. Patients may notice hollow areas beneath the eyes, flattened cheeks, deep facial folds, or a loss of fullness around the temples and lips.
Ideal candidates should be in good overall health, have realistic expectations, and have enough excess fat in another area of the body to use for transfer. During a consultation, Dr. Yang will evaluate your facial anatomy, discuss your aesthetic goals, and determine whether fat grafting is an appropriate option to restore facial volume and achieve natural-looking results.
what can a facial fat transfer improve
Facial fat grafting helps restore lost volume and improve facial contours using your body's own natural fat. The procedure can address several signs of aging, including:
Hollow cheeks: Restores fullness and definition to the midface.
Under-eye hollows: Softens a sunken appearance beneath the eyes.
Temple hollowing: Replenishes lost volume around the temples.
Deep facial folds: Softens creases around the nose and mouth.
Thin or deflated lips: Adds natural-looking volume and fullness.
Facial volume loss: Restores youthful fullness and improves overall facial balance.
Acne scars and irregularities: May help improve the appearance of certain depressed scars and contour irregularities.
The goal of facial fat grafting is to restore natural-looking volume, soften signs of aging, and create a smoother, more refreshed facial appearance.