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Longevity of Stem Cell Facelift?

asked 6 months ago by anon
Latest answer by Julio Garcia, MD
Question viewed 372 times
Tags: comparison, longevity, permanent, results, stem cell

How does the longevity of results for a facelift using stem cells compared to traditional procedures? Which method requires less surgical procedures overall to preserve the results of a facelift indefinitely?

22 answers to Longevity of Stem Cell Facelift?

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Longevity of "Stem Cell Facelift"

There is no such thing as a "Stem Cell Facelift". This is simply a marketing term. Significant research is being done with stem cells, but there has been no evidence that they will enhance the results obtained in cosmetic surgery. The American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery and The American Society of Plastic Surgeons have issued a statement supporting that opinion.
Richard W. Fleming, MD

Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.bevhills.com

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Longevity of Stem Cell Facelift

Since there is little scientific proof that they are injecting any significant amount of true stem cells, most likely it will be gone much sooner than a facelift where tissue are manually lifted and excess skin totally removed.
Julio Garcia, MD

Las Vegas Plastic Surgeon

lvcosmeticsurgery.com

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What is "the Stem Cell Facelift"?

Competition and the very common prevalence of a missing ethical backbone among many practitioners have led to the ever present term "Stem Cell Facelift" to supplement its so last year "Nonsurgical Facelift" and "Scarless Facelift". We know that our fat has a high concentration of pluripotential (cells which can become any other tissue) cells. We know that carefully harvested fat cells placed carefully under the ski may result in fuller younger... more
Peter A. Aldea, MD

Memphis Plastic Surgeon
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Longevity of stem cell facelifts

Although no good long-term studies have been performed to date it is likely the case that facelifts with fat grafting (whether or not stem cells are present in the fat) appears to give longer lasting results.
Sam Naficy, MD

Seattle Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Stem cell lift vs traditional techniques

Your question is an excellent question, and the fact of the matter is that no one knows. Whenever a new technique arises, it is our responsibility as physicians to keep up with the technology, assess the technology, assess the safety of the technology, and assess the efficacy of new technologies before adopting them. Stem cells are catch phrases and everyone is throwing them down. I think in the long-term stem cells will be an adjunct to traditional facelifting procedures... more
Raghu Athre, MD

Houston Facial Plastic Surgeon

www.athresurgical.com

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Facelift - Longevity of Stem Cell Facelift?

Excellent question - but no excellent answer. Stem Cells are the current catchwords and they are being applied - as are the cells themselves - to nearly every procedure. While there is much to be excited about there is, thus far, relatively little long term scientific proof that supports those claims. So it's that much more difficult to assess precisely the impact of those treatments. At present I would view Stem Cell treatments as a potentially valuable adjunct to... more
Alan Engler, MD

New York Plastic Surgeon
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Stem cell facelift

Unfortunately the hype of the stem cell facelift has gotten ahead of the scientific proof that the transferred stem cells actually do anything in their new location. Fat cells have been transferred from one part of the body to another for a number of years. This is especially true when performing a facelift. Volume restoration is part of that procedure because volume loss in the face is part of the facial aging process. There are numerous stem cells in fat. This... more
Ralph R. Garramone, MD

Fort Myers Plastic Surgeon
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Stem cell face lift

Fat injections have stem cells within the fluid that is injected. There is research out there that is working on this in more detail. Ultimately, the approach of stem cell face lifts are to stimulate the body to make more fat cells. Presently, fat grafting can be done that can look better than the creator of the stem cell face lift. I agree with the other doctors that much of this could be marketing.
Philip Young, MD

Bellevue Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Stem Cell Face Lift.

First of all, a face lift LIFTS the tissue back where it is supposed to be. What folks are calling a "stem cell" facelift is fat transfer to the face. Some fat has some stem cells. What this means in real life no one really knows yet. While fat grafting may be a good technique for an individual who needs volume, it is not an anatomical lift. Please go see a board certified plastic surgeon or otolaryngologist, (ENT). Discuss... more
Jeffrey Roth, MD

Las Vegas Plastic Surgeon
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Stem cell face lifts

Stem cell face lifts is a marketing tool. I realize that this jsut meand fat injection with facelift, but it is a bit deceiving. Fat grafting is a good way to fill the face along with facelifting. The fat if it takes can last a lifetime. But not uncommonly fat may need to be injected again in the future.
Steven Wallach, MD

Manhattan Plastic Surgeon
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Stem cell facelift

Don't fall prey to marketing hype! There is current no data to suggest that a stem cell facelift is any better than a regular facelift or facial fat grafting procedure, even though it sounds sexier! Yes, about 1% of cells that are in a standard fat graft are indeed stem cells, but that doesn't make it a special "stem cell" procedure.
Thomas Fiala, MD

Altamonte Springs Plastic Surgeon
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Longevity of Stem Cell Face Lift

There is no evidence that a "Stem Cell Face Lift" has any increased longevity over traditional face lift procedures. There is also no evidence that the use of stem cells is any different than simple fat grafting. The claims that the use of stem cells will result in restoring the plumpness, smoothness, and tightening of the skin seen in the youthful face are simply unproven. The American Society of Plastic Surgeons and American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery... more
Michael Sundine, MD

Orange County Plastic Surgeon
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Stem cell face lift

There is absolutely no scientific evidence that "stem cell facelift" does anything at all above and beyond any competently performed facelift. Other than perhaps adding unnecessary time to the surgery.
Andrew Pichler, MD

Sacramento Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Stem cell facelift?

You likely have gathered that many of us are irritated by the 'snake oil' that is so widely sold as a scientific break through. I, like others, use a persons own fat to add volume to the face. This can be done by itself or in conjunction with a traditional type of facelift. It is known that the fat that we harvest contains some portion of stem cells. There is, however, no proof that we can harvest stem cells specifically or employ their special qualities... more
Michael S. Hopkins, MD

Albuquerque Plastic Surgeon
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Longevity of Stem Cell Facelift?

IMHO, of performing Face Lifts for over 20 years the so called stem cell face Lift is nothing more than marketing hype for a rebranded fat transfer. I'd expect this procedure to give little to no results and therefore zero longevity of results. Face Lifts must meet the following criteria to be effective, this procedure has none of these characteristics. An incision around the ear to allow skin removal. SMAS layer Imbrication (dissect, elevate... more
Francis R. Palmer, III, MD

Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Facelifts set the clock back, but never stop it!

The style of facelift influences how far the clock gets set back as well as how fast it runs going forward. The least invasive facelifts (string, mini, liquid, and most of the "generic" lifts tend to have the poorest longevity and least degree of improvement compared to a facelift done by a plastic surgeon who has a variety of techniques and an artistic approach. There is no facelift that fits all, but there is a costomized facelift that will give you a good and durable... more
Nathan Mayl, MD

Fort Lauderdale Plastic Surgeon
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Stem cell facelift may not be true

There has been a tremendous marketing push for a stem cell facelift procedures which may not be true to its claims. There has been anticipation by the media and surgeons for that matter causing the American Society of Plastic Surgeons to issue a position statement on the unproven nature of stem cell rejuvenation procedures. Be sure to check their web site for details. Best of luck, peterejohnsonmd.com
Peter E. Johnson, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon
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Stem cell facelift is marketing hooey.

What stem cells? The presence of adult stem cells that is present in our fat does not make a facelift a stem cell facelift when grafted fat is placed in the face. Facial fat grafting can be an appropriate choice for some patients. However, it is worth asking that if the procedure was so good would it really be necessary to make up such a name that implies the procedure is something more than it actually is. It is a bit deceitful. How about finding an honest... more
Kenneth D. Steinsapir, MD

Los Angeles Oculoplastic Surgeon
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Stem cell facelift vs traditional facelift

First of all, stem cell facelift is a sleek marketing term. Some surgeons inject fat only and they call it a stem cell facelift. I think this is stretching the truth. We know that there are stem cells in fat and we see that the ovderlying skin improves in texture and elasticity, but we don't really understand the process. I often inject fat with my facelift procedures, but would not dare call it a stem cell facelift. If it sounds too good to be true, well, it is.
George Marosan, MD

Bellevue Plastic Surgeon
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Stem Cell facelift does not exist.

Although you may see advertisements and marketing for a Stem Cell Facelift, there is no such approved procedure. There is also no proven results. Be extremely cautious about anyone offering this. Another posting points you to a position paper by our main society which gives you factual information regarding stem cell treatments. I urge you to read these. A standard facelift gives reliable results in experienced hands and you should see a trusted surgeon for best... more
Jeffrey M. Darrow, MD

Boston Plastic Surgeon
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There is no stem cell facelift.

There is no stem cell facelift. It does sound good though! See an experienced facelift surgeon for the best result.
Toby Mayer, MD

Beverly Hills Facial Plastic Surgeon
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No Such Thing as a Stem Cell Face Lift

The "stem cell" face lift is a marketing gimmick and should be approached with great caution as there are no proven results. For more information, read my RealSelf article on "Thoughts on the “Vampire FaceLift”. Before considering any plastic surgery stem cell procedure, read the combined American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) and American Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery (ASAPS) position paper on stem cell use in plastic... more
Karol A. Gutowski, MD

Chicago Plastic Surgeon

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