Fat Transfer or Sculptra to Change Facial Contour

Michael A. Persky, MD answers: Can fat transfer change the shape of the face?

I had teeth removed by an orthodontist. It negatively changed my bone structure and soft tissues, making me look gaunt with sunken cheeks, loss of lip support, and cheekbones out of proportion with my jaw.

Is it possible to restore the fullness above my lips, cheeks and jawline with fat transfer? Also, can it make my face look wider, as it did before? Is it possible for the face to be reshaped dramatically? Or would it be more achievable and bring back the lower part of my face in another way like jaw implants?


Michael A. Persky, MD
1 month ago

Hi Sillano,

Yes, fat transfer can dramatically add volume and re-contour your face.

With the recent FDA approval of Sculptra, it will become a popular treatment for restoring volume and contour to faces that have lost volume.

With both procedures, technique and the skill of your physician are essential for optimal results.

Good luck and be well.

Dr. P

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