Facial volume restauration with autologous (self) fat grafting

Facial fat descent and atrophy constitute one of the classical aging stigmata (not the most important one).

Fat is subdivided into anatomically distinct compartments which can be individually treated.

This procedure is done by injecting fat from other parts of the body into the face (thighs, abdomen). The fat is injected into specific areas and compartments that are lacking volume.

This treatment can be performed on its own or in conjunction with other procedures such as facelift or brow lift or blepharoplasty surgery.

Transferred fat is more than just a permanent natural filler:

  • It brings with it adipose-derived stem cells (ADSC), leading to the formation of new blood vessels, collagen and elastin, with a rejuvenated skin

  • Cost-effective as one or two sessions can get you the result you need

  • Same color hue and feel as normal skin

  • Lower risk of infection and allergy compared to fillers

And here you thought that fat couldn't serve a higher purpose.

Face fat compartments for lipofilling

  • Under local anesthesia

  • Liposuction on donor site then separation, purification and treatment of the fat

  • Reinjection into the deficient area(s) to be treated

  • No sutures or scars on the face

  • Minimal pain with medication

  • Minimal swelling and bruising that usually resolve in 1 week.

  • 70-80% of the fat survives (less if you smoke)

  • Volume does not vary if you keep a stable weight

  • 1st Follow-up: 7 days

  • 2nd Follow-up: 3 months to evaluate graft take.

  • Can usually be combined with a facelift