Facial Fat Grafting - Alamo Plastic Surgery
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Facial Fat Grafting
Facial Firming Fats (FFF), also called Facial Fat Grafts, are made from the fusion of a client's own fat and synthetic collagen. This is one of the most recent methods of improving the appearance of facial features.
Facial Firming Fats is a cosmetic surgery that adding more fat to the area of the body that needs it most. Facial fat grafting helps improve hollowed out features as well as adding volume to the skin to tighten it up. Face fat grafting has been a popular cosmetic surgery for many years, but this procedure is now being used for more than just cosmetic reasons. Facial fat grafting has also become a popular choice for those wanting to improve facial features by creating extra tissue.
FACIAL FAT GRAFTING FAQ’S
How painful is facial fat grafting?
The facial fat grafting injected into the face is similar to injection of fillers. It utilizes similar injection points, but just a slightly larger diameter blunt tip cannula (the tip of the injecting needle is not sharp like traditional needles). The donor site is where the fat is obtained on your body. This is usually somewhere on the belly, and is harvested similar to liposuction surgery, except only a small area is needed to harvest, as only small amounts of fat are needed in the face to achieve a cosmetic improvement.
Is fat grafting safe?
For injection into the face, the procedure has similar risks to traditional off-the-shelf fillers. Namely, there is a very small risk of injection into a blood vessel. The risk of this may actually be lower for fat injection, as the injecting cannula used is larger in diameter and blunted at the tip, thereby making it more difficult to inject into a small vessel of the face. There is a very low risk for infection, and asymmetry or incomplete correction of the defect.
Fat transfer may be better than traditional fillers as there is no substantial risk of "reacting to the filler", as the injected fat is your own cells! More recently there has been concerns raised about fat transfer when the fat is dramatically altered either mechanically or by treating the fat chemically. This is still being researched and is one of the reasons Dr. Albright does not substantively process the fat. He will be able to help you decide which options are best to achieve your goals! He is a well known plastic surgeon in Texas.
A unique issue with fat grafting is the variability of fat graft "take", meaning who much of the tissue injected will survive the transfer. Although this is a well documented phenomena, the volume of fat that survives is not easily predicted. As with any procedure a small touch-up may be desired. But as far as long term facial filling, fat can't be beat!
Can facial fat grafting be combined with other procedures?
Yes. Dr. Albright is often able to combine this procedure with both reconstructive and cosmetic procedures. He is an expert in multiple facial fat graft surgeries. As liposuction is commonly performed during body contouring or breast surgery, some of this fat can be utilized to inject into the face, while the patient is under anesthesia. Ask Dr. Albright if this is a possibility for you! He is one of the best surgeons for facial fat graft surgery, and he will assess these risks and will be happy to give you his honest opinion.
Where is the fat injected in the face?
Fat can be injected in almost any region of the face, given certain precautions for vessel injury. Fat can be used to smooth over (fill up) creases/folds in the face, or to provide general bulk to a structure. The most commonly treated deep wrinkles (rhytids) in the face are forehead, glabella (between the brows), eyebrows, around the eyes, cheeks, and around the mouth. Common areas needing additional volume include cheeks, lips, chin, and prejowl (area just inside the skin that usually hands past the bottom of the jaw, named the 'jowl'). Dr. Albright will give you an in-depth assessment of options for you. He is well versed in body contouring liposuction, and will help you improve your shape today! He is one of the best facial fat graft surgeons in San Antonio TX.
A board certified plastic surgeon will be able to create fat and then place it in the area of need. The fat can be placed into the crease of your cheekbones or on your jaw line. The amount of fat and how it will be placed will be determined before the surgery. The surgeon will also use an endoscope to see inside your mouth to determine the best placement. An endoscope is like a small telescope and the surgeon will have the ability to see inside your mouth without actually having to touch it.
There are some risks when it comes to applying fat into your face. One of the major risks is that the doctor may miss the spots on your face where fat is needed. If the fat is not properly placed, the procedure may produce results that do not look as natural.
Facial fat grafting can also be done to the back, chest and arm area. There are many ways that fat can be injected or used to fill up the areas of your body where there are thinning areas. Some people believe that adding fat to the back, chest and arm areas is more effective than using filler. This is because these areas can be more challenging to work on than other areas.
Many people may use fat to make their face more pronounced. For instance, adding extra fat on the nose or cheeks can make them seem more pronounced. Other people opt to add more volume to the sides of their face. They believe this can make their face appear taller and more defined.
After the cosmetic surgery the doctor will most likely make a small incision in order to insert the fat. Some people choose to use a more permanent method that involves stitching. This procedure is more effective because they can create a stronger connection between the skin and the collagen. However, there is still a risk of scarring if the scar is noticeable after the procedure.
Once the collagen is applied to the body's elasticity should allow it to wrap around the existing skin. When the scar tissue is removed, the fat should be able to pull on the existing tissues and leave new skin and tissue underneath. This new tissue is used to replace the old fat and create a brand new face. It may take a while for the body to heal but it should not be noticeable and the patient may feel less pain than with this surgery.
The skin should be well protected from sun exposure after the procedure. Most doctors suggest avoiding any strenuous activity for about a week. Skin care should also be done during this time to prevent further damage from the sun. A doctor will usually recommend wearing a sunscreen and keeping the face out of the sun for about two weeks after the operation to avoid further sun damage.
There are some disadvantages to getting fat grafting surgery. If you have a history of acne or other facial blemishes, your doctor may not be able to use fat effectively. Another advantage to using fat is that you do not have to shave your face.
When considering any procedure like facial fat grafting it is important to discuss the advantages and disadvantages with your doctor. The doctor will explain the options and the procedure in detail so that you know what to expect and will help you decide if it is right for you.
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Facial Firming Fats is a cosmetic surgery that adding more fat to the area of the body that needs it most. Facial fat grafting helps improve hollowed out features as well as adding volume to the skin to tighten it up. Face fat grafting has been a popular cosmetic surgery for many years, but this procedure is now being used for more than just cosmetic reasons. Facial fat grafting has also become a popular choice for those wanting to improve facial features by creating extra tissue.
FACIAL FAT GRAFTING FAQ’S
How painful is facial fat grafting?
The facial fat grafting injected into the face is similar to injection of fillers. It utilizes similar injection points, but just a slightly larger diameter blunt tip cannula (the tip of the injecting needle is not sharp like traditional needles). The donor site is where the fat is obtained on your body. This is usually somewhere on the belly, and is harvested similar to liposuction surgery, except only a small area is needed to harvest, as only small amounts of fat are needed in the face to achieve a cosmetic improvement.
Is fat grafting safe?
For injection into the face, the procedure has similar risks to traditional off-the-shelf fillers. Namely, there is a very small risk of injection into a blood vessel. The risk of this may actually be lower for fat injection, as the injecting cannula used is larger in diameter and blunted at the tip, thereby making it more difficult to inject into a small vessel of the face. There is a very low risk for infection, and asymmetry or incomplete correction of the defect.
Fat transfer may be better than traditional fillers as there is no substantial risk of "reacting to the filler", as the injected fat is your own cells! More recently there has been concerns raised about fat transfer when the fat is dramatically altered either mechanically or by treating the fat chemically. This is still being researched and is one of the reasons Dr. Albright does not substantively process the fat. He will be able to help you decide which options are best to achieve your goals! He is a well known plastic surgeon in Texas.
A unique issue with fat grafting is the variability of fat graft "take", meaning who much of the tissue injected will survive the transfer. Although this is a well documented phenomena, the volume of fat that survives is not easily predicted. As with any procedure a small touch-up may be desired. But as far as long term facial filling, fat can't be beat!
Can facial fat grafting be combined with other procedures?
Yes. Dr. Albright is often able to combine this procedure with both reconstructive and cosmetic procedures. He is an expert in multiple facial fat graft surgeries. As liposuction is commonly performed during body contouring or breast surgery, some of this fat can be utilized to inject into the face, while the patient is under anesthesia. Ask Dr. Albright if this is a possibility for you! He is one of the best surgeons for facial fat graft surgery, and he will assess these risks and will be happy to give you his honest opinion.
Where is the fat injected in the face?
Fat can be injected in almost any region of the face, given certain precautions for vessel injury. Fat can be used to smooth over (fill up) creases/folds in the face, or to provide general bulk to a structure. The most commonly treated deep wrinkles (rhytids) in the face are forehead, glabella (between the brows), eyebrows, around the eyes, cheeks, and around the mouth. Common areas needing additional volume include cheeks, lips, chin, and prejowl (area just inside the skin that usually hands past the bottom of the jaw, named the 'jowl'). Dr. Albright will give you an in-depth assessment of options for you. He is well versed in body contouring liposuction, and will help you improve your shape today! He is one of the best facial fat graft surgeons in San Antonio TX.
A board certified plastic surgeon will be able to create fat and then place it in the area of need. The fat can be placed into the crease of your cheekbones or on your jaw line. The amount of fat and how it will be placed will be determined before the surgery. The surgeon will also use an endoscope to see inside your mouth to determine the best placement. An endoscope is like a small telescope and the surgeon will have the ability to see inside your mouth without actually having to touch it.
There are some risks when it comes to applying fat into your face. One of the major risks is that the doctor may miss the spots on your face where fat is needed. If the fat is not properly placed, the procedure may produce results that do not look as natural.
Facial fat grafting can also be done to the back, chest and arm area. There are many ways that fat can be injected or used to fill up the areas of your body where there are thinning areas. Some people believe that adding fat to the back, chest and arm areas is more effective than using filler. This is because these areas can be more challenging to work on than other areas.
Many people may use fat to make their face more pronounced. For instance, adding extra fat on the nose or cheeks can make them seem more pronounced. Other people opt to add more volume to the sides of their face. They believe this can make their face appear taller and more defined.
After the cosmetic surgery the doctor will most likely make a small incision in order to insert the fat. Some people choose to use a more permanent method that involves stitching. This procedure is more effective because they can create a stronger connection between the skin and the collagen. However, there is still a risk of scarring if the scar is noticeable after the procedure.
Once the collagen is applied to the body's elasticity should allow it to wrap around the existing skin. When the scar tissue is removed, the fat should be able to pull on the existing tissues and leave new skin and tissue underneath. This new tissue is used to replace the old fat and create a brand new face. It may take a while for the body to heal but it should not be noticeable and the patient may feel less pain than with this surgery.
The skin should be well protected from sun exposure after the procedure. Most doctors suggest avoiding any strenuous activity for about a week. Skin care should also be done during this time to prevent further damage from the sun. A doctor will usually recommend wearing a sunscreen and keeping the face out of the sun for about two weeks after the operation to avoid further sun damage.
There are some disadvantages to getting fat grafting surgery. If you have a history of acne or other facial blemishes, your doctor may not be able to use fat effectively. Another advantage to using fat is that you do not have to shave your face.
When considering any procedure like facial fat grafting it is important to discuss the advantages and disadvantages with your doctor. The doctor will explain the options and the procedure in detail so that you know what to expect and will help you decide if it is right for you.
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