Will injected fat migrate if injected in forehead and cheeks?

November 20, 2016
Asked By:lukeyu in Los Angeles, CA

Hi. I am in my early 20's, and interested in having fat transferred to my forehead and cheeks to create a fuller face. However, I heard that injected fat in those areas will migrate downward overtime? Is that true? And why or why not? Thanks!

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November 22, 2016

Answer: Fat grafting to the forehead and cheeks?

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November 28, 2016

Answer: Fat Transfer- Forehead and Cheeks

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November 28, 2016

Answer: Fat Transfer- Forehead and Cheeks

Randal Haworth, MD, FACSBoard Certified Plastic Surgeon
November 22, 2016

Answer: Fat Transfer Facts about Migration--Add PRP/Sculptra for best results

Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology
November 22, 2016

Answer: Fat Transfer Facts about Migration--Add PRP/Sculptra for best results

Jason Emer, MDDermatologic Surgeon, Board Certified in Dermatology

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