This is my second time doing fat grafting but the first time I’m having it on my forehead. I have a needle sized dent in my skin. I was told it will heal but it looks like a mark that’s not just going to pop back out. Is this normal and should I see a dermatologist?
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Answer: Indents in injection site after fat grafting. Should I be concerned and will this go away on its own?
Thank you for your question and photo. For an autologous fat transfer, the fat is generally harvested from the thighs or abdomen since this is where fat is most tightly packed in the body. Once it is removed, it is processed to remove any excess liquid before it is injected into the face....
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This is a great (yet unusual) question. The ML fold is often ignored in plastic surgery for no good reason. It is an area I routinely inject to support the lower lip and rejuvenate the perioral area. When this area is volumized, it can also soften the transition to the chin.