Fillers Vs. Fat Transfer? How Can I Find a Truly Expert Facial Injector in the NY/NJ Area?

I am trying to put off surgery for a few years. I imagine that board certified Derms and Plastic Surgeons naturally showcase pics of their best jobs. "Reviews" are quite helpful, though usually such great doctors happen to be quite a distance away! Gosh-the West Coast is oh so popular! ALSO, comparing manufactured fillers, is fat grafting much more costly? Is the wait for results long? Can fat transfers diminish with any degree of weight loss? Do the results return with subsequent weight gain?

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2 Doctor Answers | Asked by Lydia in NJ in nj/ny

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Fat grafting, #cosmeticsurgery, #fillers #beauty

Dear Lydia Fillers for facial contouring can give you an idea of how the fat grafting will look. They can be done in the office with little downtime and little discomfort. They will last over a year depending on the area treated and can be repeated. Fat grafting is a more permanent result- a little more recovery, but also should be little discomfort. Weight gain and loss can affect the fat volume- usually amounts of more than 10% of your body weight. Fat... more

Fat transfer is a wonderful procedure..... when done correctly

Hi Lydia. You have asked many questions above and I will try to answer some of them. I have a tonne of experience with fat transfer and can tell you that in the right type of patient, the results are wonderful and twofold. Firstly, the 'volumizing' of the face returns features to more youthful dimensions and secondly, I have seen a significant improvement in skin 'tone and quality' after the fat transfer. The results are fully appreciated by 3-6months after the procedure and they... more