What's the difference between nano fat grafting and traditional fat grafting?

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Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

There are a number of different terms applied to facial fat grafting. The procedure entails harvesting living fat cells from one part of the body and transferring those living cells to another part of the body. There are a variety of ways to process or prepare the fat. which may help improve the viability of the fat but there remains debate about which is the best way to harvest and prepare the fat. Nano fat designation refer to the size of the actual grafts being placed. It makes sense that the smaller the actually graft the more likely it is to survive but other factors, most notably the quality of the fat and the health of the host tissue bed also play important roles. No matter which technique is used some of the transferred fat will survive while some of the grafted material will die and be resorbed by your body. You never want to overcorrect with fat grafting as the result are long lasting and over correction is very difficult to fix. The target is a full correction but with some fat loss you can expect a mild to moderate under correction depending on fat survival. The grafts that do survive will last many years making the procedure very useful

Trevor M. Born, MD · Answer

Dear Bostongirl2019Fat grafting is the transfer of your fat from a donor site to a recipient site .  The size of the fat particle can be adjusted to treat different areas . This nano fat graft is the smallest size particle used to enhance the skin quality and soften fine lines.With Warm RegardsTrevor M Born MD

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

different particles of fat are used for different reasons/purposes. I suggest you consult with an expert, and ensure PPR;/acell or Sculptra are added to improve results .  Hyperbaric oxygen helps the long term viability.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Mark G. Albert, MD, FACS · Answer

Hi,
Nanofat refers to a way of processing fat so that’s it’s in the smallest size particles. It can then be injected using syringes and 27 gauge needles. This fat can be injected directly into the dermis of the skin, where traditional fat grafting is usually subdermal or in other locations beneath the skin. I wish you the very best.
Mark G. Albert, M.D
New York, NY

Robert M. Tornambe, MD · Answer

Good question Bostongirl!Nano fat grafting involves using a device or a type of filter that when fat is pushed through it, debris is removed and smaller fat cells are collected. Some studies demonstrate better take of these smaller fat cells and the smaller cells appear to have a tendency to clump together less, providing a smoother filler quality. I do prefer this technique for fat transfer to the face and have enjoyed reasonable success compared to traditional fat grafting. Consult with a board-certified plastic surgeon in your area to explore the best options for you. Good luck.

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