Can Fillers or Fat Be Injected into the Neck or Ankles?

Question

I am a thin (5'3", 115 lb.) I'm 39 year old woman. I've always had bony ankles, and even though my weight has not changed in ten years, my neck has become, how shall I say?...thinner, I guess.There is definition to it; depressions down along the windpipe.  Can these hollowed out areas be filled in with Hyaluronic acid or Fat Transfer? Has that ever been done in the neck and ankles?

Otto Joseph Placik, MD · Answer

Fillers are not generally  injected into the neck or ankle areas. The thin skin in the neck area increases the tendiency of a visible deposit. And the poor blood supply in the ankle make this a less than desireable place to inject fillers.

Ron Shelton, MD · Answer

Filling thinned out areas in the neck close to the trachea (windpipe) is not commonly done. The neck has thinner skin than on the face and a lack of circulation in the dermis and lack of oil glands so that healing takes longer on the neck than the face.  There could be a greater risk of complications when using a filler in the neck for this reason. Furthermore, as the skin is thin on the neck, you might see a lumpiness or bumps from the filler. Similarly, the ankle is even more prone to problems with healing. It may be very difficult to find a physician experienced in filling these areas and if you do, it doesn't guarantee you you wouldn't develop a complication. Be careful. Maybe the safer alternative of living with the appearance of your neck and ankles is the best thing to do.

Eric M. Joseph, MD · Answer

Injectable Fillers are routinely used to replace lost volume in the facial area. Usually the neck is a repository of unwanted fat, so most people aren't looking to add more volume in their necks. If you email me a photo and description of your concerns, I'll be happy to share my thoughts with you.

Marc Schneider, MD · Answer

Fat can be transferred to anywhere you want. However, the result may not be what you are asking for. Speak with an experienced PS and don't use your online name...

Darryl J. Blinski, MD · Answer

It is very unusual to inject these areas. But a true expert injector can instill fat into these areas, i.e. Dr Sydney Coleman, of New York. Regards.

Can Fillers or Fat Be Injected into the Neck or Ankles?

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Answer: Unusal to inject fillers or fat into neck or ankles

Answer: Unusal to inject fillers or fat into neck or ankles

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Can Fillers or Fat Be Injected into the Neck or Ankles?

Answers (6)

Answer: Dear Neurotica

Answer: Dear Neurotica

Answer: Unusal to inject fillers or fat into neck or ankles

Answer: Unusal to inject fillers or fat into neck or ankles

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