Although no study has conclusively answered this question, it appears that autologous fat transfer (from your own body) yields long lasting lip augmentation, and 4-5 years of enhancement is not unusual. There is a good chance that a small percentage (perhaps 15-20%) might actually survive...
Dear Hs17, The steroid atrophy can be a temporary issue. It can take 6 months to a year for the changes in the skin to reverse and become more normal. Fat transfer may help to add volume to the skin. Multiple treatments may be necessary to achieve the best result.
With Warm Regards,
Trevor M...
Fat grafting to the brow, upper eyelid junction can be a subtle yet significant change. Others will likely not notice specifically what has changed, but most of my patients who have had fat grafting to the upper eyelids report people remarking that they look rested, refreshed, younger and more...