Permanent but can require multiple treatments

D.J. Verret, MD answers: How long does Fat grafting to upper eyelids last?

What is the cost of a Fat grafting for hollow upper eyelids? How long the result would last?


D.J. Verret, MD
3 months ago
By D.J. Verret, MD - Dallas Facial Plastic Surgeon

Fat transfer is generally thought to be permanent. Recent studies published in the January issue of Archives of Facial Plastic Surgery indicate that 50-60% of fat transferred to the face exists at 18 months. Therefore, it may take 1-2 treatments to get desired results.

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