Nano fat transfer under eyes in orbital area (not tear trough) - will it add volume to the area?

Nano fat describes a process where fat is thinned out enough to allow it to be injected directly into the dermis to improve skin. The process kills most of the adipocytes (fat cells) but does not kill the stem cells (cells that rejuvenate).

For volume, you do NOT want to inject nano fat. With proper harvest technique (gentle negative pressure) and instruments (less than 1.5 mm holes) and injection technique, (less than 1 mm holes) you should not get lumps. I have performed hundreds of transfers and have never had a nodule form in the orbital area.

Thankyou for your query. Nano fat grafting has the advantage of filling up the area with minimising the risk of lumps, which are more common under the thin eyelid skin. Traditional or micro-fat grafting is preferred in the cheek and other areas of the face although both techniques can add volume. Most of the patients need a single session of either treatment although some may need two or more sessions. Please find an experienced board certified plastic surgeon who can examine you and help you with all your concerns. All the best!

Hi Katy! Nanofat is very thin and I use it mostly for stem cells and growth factors in areas of scarring. I don't find it ideal for any sort of volume. Microfat is slightly larger and is often ideal for finesse in areas which may show lumps. Traditional macrofat tends to "take" the best long-term in my experience, though the risk of irregularities is higher if not done correctly. If you're talking about adding fat along the lower orbital rim, that can be done which is above the tear trough. Going above and toward the lower lid is very risky from a safety standpoint and the risk of irregularities is much higher as the skin is incredibly thin. I would not advise going higher than the lower aspect of the orbital rim. Hope this helps!