Structural fat grafting can be performed for filling sunken hollows under eyes , to fill sunken cheeks, to correct hollowed eyelids, and is often used for blepharoplasty correction when too much skin and or fat has been removed in an eyelid surgical procedure. Fat Grafting requires specialized training and... more
What are the pros and cons of fat transfer under the eyes?
I've had lower blepharoplasty which has left my eyes looking a little hollow underneath. I'm thinking about getting a Facelift also. What are the pros and cons of getting a fat transfer for my under eyes to reduce the hollow look?
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A: Good plan for fat transfer
It would be convenient to address your lower eyelids at the time of your facelift. Hopefully, there is some fat available (perhaps under your chin or elsewhere) that could be harvested for transfer. The pros are that this is an effective and permanent solution for your eyelids.The cons are that... more
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