Considering permanent lip augmentation. I love the sound of a fat graft, and would like to find a PS in CA who does this. However, most Dr's appear to use the terms "fat transfer" and "fat graft" interchangeably. I'd guess the graft, in which harvested fat remains in tact (instead of being processed, clarified, injected etc.) would yield more predictable results and need less touch ups. Any thoughts on which is better, AND on how to go about finding doctors who differentiate - and do the graft?
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It doesn't take much fat at all for facial fat grafting. My patients include models and athletes with very limited body fat. Fat is the only material one should consider having placed under the eyes. When expertly administered fat provides a smooth, natural looking result that can be...
Hello,
Facial fat transfercan be safely performed in the office without sedation. We routinely transfer smaller volumes 10-15mL using a combination of local anesthesia with Valium for relaxation. I tend to think we can achieve better resultswhen the patient is awake and in a seated position ...
Dear simk420,
In general, fat transfer performed for a loss of volume and
sunken undereye is usually very successful.
Survival rates vary, depending on the literature and the experience of
the physician performing on the procedure, but 30% to 60% of the fat
transferred can expect to survive. ...
