Synthetic Filler Vs Fat Transfer for Minor Smile Lines
asked 1 year ago by Nicole1988 in CA
Latest answer by Sheldon S. Kabaker, MD
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Tags: female, droopy, comparison, smile lines
Please refer to the photos. You may note that I have some drooping on the right side of my face. If you believe this can also be mitigated using fat transfer or injectables, please indicate as much in your response. Also, please focus your reply on AESTHETIC considerations. Thank you.
3 answers to Synthetic Filler Vs Fat Transfer for Minor Smile Lines
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Radiesse or Artefill do good in nasolabial grooves.
Radiesse ($630/syringe) or Artefill ($1000/syringe) do well for the nasolabial grooves and is easy to get injected. Usually 2 syringes plumps the areas quite nicely. Fat grafting doesn't seem to stay in place in this area very well. Sincerely,
David Hansen,MD
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Fillers are not the answer to many aging face issues
The photographs you submitted do not show a situation I might be able to improve with any type of filler. Perhaps if you were to be seen in person, I might think otherwise.
Sheldon S. Kabaker, MD
Oakland Facial Plastic Surgeon
Oakland Facial Plastic Surgeon
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Fillers for nasolabial fold
If you are asking is one better than the other the answer is it depends. Each filler has its own pros and cons. Also there is more than 1 type of synthetic filler again each has its own pros and cons. If the injection is done improperly you will have a problem no matter what is injected. In general synthetic filler injections are quick, easy, reliable with little downside when done properly. Fat injection is less reliable in terms of survival of the injected fat but you can always inject...
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Aaron Stone, MD
Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon
Los Angeles Plastic Surgeon
