Give Your Hands a Boost Before Taking Those Engagement Photos
Although a lot of focus is placed on a person’s face, that’s not the only area that has been getting attention from plastic surgeons lately. Newly engaged women and brides in particular have started noticing the signs of aging on their hands and they’re not happy about it. While it’s not uncommon for brides-to-be to […]
The Many Benefits of Fat Injections
Many men and women are frustrated by the signs of aging on the face and neck. One of the most troubling signs is the depletion of fat cells in the face, thanks to both gravity and age. The process leaves the upper portion of the face thinner and without its natural volume, something that can […]
What are the best uses for fat transfer?
Question : I’ve read a lot of different review about fat transfer, from amazing reviews to horrible ones. What are the best uses for fat transfer? Answer : The reviews that you have read with regards to fat transfer are probably all correct. There are many success stories with fat transfer, but, in inexperienced hands, […]
How is the Donor Area Affected With Fat Transfer?
Question: In terms of recovery, how is the donor area affected with fat transfer? Answer: The area that will heal the quickest in fat transfer procedures is the donor site. The incision used to harvest fat for fat transfer is very small and the amount of fat needed for fat transfer is also very small […]
What Are Common Areas of the Face Where Fat Transfer Is Used?
Question: What are common areas of the face where fat transfer is used? Answer: There are many areas of the face that benefit from autologous fat transfer. The most common area of the face and the area that I feel benefits the most from autologous fat transfer is the cheeks and midface. Restoring fullness to […]
For Fat Grafting, Do You Retain the Growth Factors from the Donor Area?
Question: For fat grafting, do you retain the growth factors when removing fat from the donor area? I’ve heard that this can produce amazing results. Answer: When autologous fat grafting is performed, fat cells are harvested from various areas of the body such as the abdomen, hips, and thighs. The fat which is harvested is […]
I have heard that after a facial fat transfer
Question: I have heard that after a facial fat transfer, there is a risk of having pockets of fat grouping in areas of my face. If this happens, how can this be smoothed out? Answer: One of the most common potential complications of facial fat grafting is clumping of the fat or palpable excess fat […]
In what situation would a fat transfer
Question: In what situation would a fat transfer be superior to an injectable filler, and vice versa? Answer: Excellent question. I have found that injectable fillers are extremely reliable and predictable. My patients have been very pleased with the placement of dermal fillers in all areas of the face. Unfortunately, they are expensive and the […]
What is the difference?
Question: Is there a noticeable difference between Pearl Fat Grafting and fat grafting? What is the difference? Answer: Pearl fat grafting uses large pieces of fat to augment an area of the face, most commonly the hollowed lower eyelids. I am quite familiar with micro fat grafting and perform a great deal of facial fat […]
Would a facial fat transfer or a facelift benefit me?
Question:I am a 63-year-old female and I hate the creases I have developed all over my face. Would a facial fat transfer help fill in some of these lines, or would a facelift benefit me more? Answer:If your face has multiple creases you may require more than one procedure to address these facial issues. A […]