For fat transfer to face, where do you take it from? Can it be from stomach? (Photos)

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I am not happy with my lines around my mouth, also my chin area is not firm, my neck area also and a frown line between my eyes and also a couple on my forehead. Would fat transfer work for me? Does it last long ? Does it work for lines and sagging? I'm not sure what is best for me. I want biggest bang for my buck, that doesn't cost to much. Can you please give me suggestions and a idea of cost. Thank you

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

Yes, fat can be taken from the stomach. Keep in mind, fat transfer technique is important for successful fat transfer. I recommend water-assisted fat harvesting which gives pure fat to transfer and combine with platelet rich plasma (PRP) to get the most viable and sustainable fat cells and Sculptra, depending on area, to improve final results. Cost will vary. I recommend getting a formal evaluation with an expert. Best, Dr. Emer

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear 1sonia64,the cost of surgery depends on a lot of factors (type of surgery, number of treated areas, anesthesia fee, surgeon, facility fee, city, etc.).  Fat can be taken from your abdomen. It would be the best to visit or call plastic surgery offices and ask for a price.Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Daniel Lensink, MD · Answer

Hello, and thank you for your question and photos. A fat transfer will improve some of your concerns areas by adding youthful volume, but it cannot be the only procedure you have to get the results you want. To see real improvements in the chin, jowls and neck areas, you would do well to consider a facelift, mini facelift or neck lift. For your brow lines, a brow lift would also benefit you. A fat transfer, together with these procedures, would give you a long-lasting refreshed look. As far as costs, costs will vary widely depending on the procedures and surgeon you select as well as your location. Schedule several in-person consultations with board-certified plastic surgeons in your area for a personalized recommendation and cost estimates. I wish you good health.
- Daniel Lensink, MD

Arian Mowlavi, MD, FACS (license on probation) · Answer

What you need for dramatic and definitive results is a dual plane face and neck lift as well as fat grafting (the grafting is the icing on the cake). The main correction is the face and neck lift which will permanently eliminate your neck fullness and skin redundancy and tighten your jowls and nasolabial folds which have become prominent. A consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon would be very helpful.

Frederic H. Corbin, MD (license restricted) · Answer

Thank you for the photos and question and I would go on some complimentary consultations with experts and compare recommendations and look at photos of similar patients and become fully informed what might give you the desired results Dr Corbin

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