I had a fat graft to cheeks 10 years ago which has been stable for years. I recently lost too much weight and my face has gone down in volume. If I gain back the weight will the fat go back to my cheeks again?
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Thank you for your question. Fat that is transferred to the face can not only restore lost volume but often improves the quality of skin as well. Transferred fat is susceptible to the same signs of aging as organically stored fat and will age at the same rate as the rest of the facial features....
Unfortunately, fat grafting is not entirely predictable; for that reason one side of the face may retain more graft volume than another. Multiple other issues like formation of cysts, lumps, deep scars, may also be associtated with fat graftinmg. A careful removal of the redundant fat is a very...
Thank you for your question and photos. A facial fat transfer is an excellent option for restoring volume to cheek hollows and producing a soft, supple appearance. Dermal fillers can also improve definition, the main differences being the formula and longevity of results. Dermal fillers are...
