Would fat transfer be an option for loose skin on forehead? (Photos)

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The skin on my forehead is very loose, like the fat has atrophied. I don't have lines or wrinkles, just skin on bone. Would fat transfer be an option?

Tim Neavin, MD · Answer

Thank you for your photos.  I do not think loose skin is really an issue for you.  It really is not noticeable unless you pinch it.  However, fat transfer probably would benefit by filling out the forehead and the temples and the cheeks.  It can really restore the face to a younger appearance by improving the volume in the upper third.  Of course, 1 could make the point that fat cells because they have stem cells will also improve the skin but that is less predictable than the volume enhancing effects they have. Overall you are a good good candidate for fat transfer.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

FaceTite can internally tighten the skin in the lower face and neck. After all the skin has been heated and contracted, we shape the neck with liposuction to give definition and remove stubborn pockets of fat. In one quick treatment, we can tighten skin, remove fat, and contour the lower face, jawline, and jowls with only a weekend of downtime.​  Keep in mind that combination approaches will give you a more significant improvement as opposed to a single procedure. I recommend getting a consultation with a board-certified cosmetic dermatologist and facial sculpting expert. Best, Dr. Emer

Barry L. Eppley, MD, DMD · Answer

I thin what you are asking is conceptually whether adding volume to your forehead will help with the loose skin. Yes it would but fat transfer would not be a good option. You need a hard push from the bone to expand out the skin, not just adding a soft material to the already loose forehead tissues. A custom forehead implant provides a good expansion effect on the skin and evenly covers all the underlying bone providing an even and smooth expansion on the overlying loose skin.

Mats Hagstrom, MD (license on probation) · Answer

If done correctly then for head fed transfer could be a good option.

If the fat does not survive evenly then you’ll be left with a lumpy forehead which is highly undesirable and difficult to correct.

Dilute fillers is also a good option for treating this.

Different plastic surgeons will have different opinions so your best bet is to start scheduling in person consultations and see firsthand what each one has to say.

It’s better not to come up with your own surgical solutions but rather let expert providers give you recommendations based on their experience.

Best,

Mats Hagstrom MD

Would fat transfer be an option for loose skin on forehead? (Photos)

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