As the face ages, the natural fat pads begin to sag and shrink. This often results in a hollow, sunken appearance. Fat loss is mostly noticed around the eyes and in the cheeks. Patients often notice deep circles and bags under their eyes as the natural cheek fat shrinks and sags. By replacing the fat, these processes can be reversed.
Replacing volume is integral to restoring a youthful look to the face. Volume replacement has been around for years with temporary fillers and volumizers such as Juvederm, Restylane, Perlane, Radiesse, Artefill, and Sculptra.
At Miller Cosmetics, we also offer Autologous (from your own body) fat transfer as another effective technique for restoring a more youthful, 3-dimensional look to the face. Fat transplantation has developed into what many consider the ideal soft tissue filler.
One of the most frequently asked questions is how to determine which part of the body to harvest the fat from. Dr. Miller performs a thorough evaluation before determining where to harvest fat. Some of the factors he takes into consideration include:
Typically, the abdomen and thigh are the most common donor areas.
The typical candidate for fat transplantation includes:
Physical attributes that benefit from fat grafting:
Fat grafting is a minimally invasive procedure which is performed without incisions and leaves no post-surgical scars. It requires much less downtime than traditional surgical procedures.
Fat transfer entails harvesting fat from a region of the body such as the abdomen, lateral thighs, inner thighs, or love-handles. Harvesting fat involves injection of numbing fluid into the donor site and removal of fat with a cannula. The fat is then carefully processed to preserve healthy fat cells. It is then transferred to the face in tiny syringes through very small incisions.
The procedure can be performed under local anesthesia or with oral or IV sedation to increase patient comfort.
Swelling and bruising usually resolve within a week. Most patients are advised that they can return to work within a few days. Oral narcotic pain medication is very effective. An elastic compression garment is worn around the donor site for several days.
Fat grafting is a cosmetic procedure in which fat is removed from one area of the body and then re-injected into specific areas of the face in order to restore the volume that gives each person a natural, three dimensional, youthful appearance.
The fat is usually harvested from the abdomen or the outer thighs in a very meticulous fashion that preserves the fat cells to ensure optimal longevity.
This is a very good question. While the results of fat grafting can vary from patient to patient, most patients see a dramatic improvement for years and, hopefully, permanently.
Dr. Miller has seen remarkable improvement in volume enhancement in many of his patients after a single procedure. Some patients may metabolize the fat to a greater degree than others and require a second round of fat grafting.
Fat is a fantastic option for volume replacement because it comes from your own body. This eliminates the risk of allergic reaction. Fat is also known to have much greater longevity than other fillers as well. Another benefit of fat is that it is very effective a globally rejuvenating the face and provides a nice balance to all regions of the face.
Fat grafting is a great option for patients looking for a very natural, global rejuvenation of the face. It is very effective at eliminating the hollowed, gaunt appearance in the cheeks and around the eyes that occurs during the aging process.
Fat grafting can be performed as an isolated procedure, or it can be combined with other procedures. Dr. Miller performs fat grafting in most of his facelift procedures and finds that it is a tremendous supplement to the enhancement provided by the lift.
Fat grafting typically takes about 1-2 hours to perform.
Dr. Miller typically performs the procedure using local anesthesia with oral sedation although, at the patient’s request, IV sedation can be used.
Patients may experience some minor discomfort after the procedure, although this typically resolves quickly. Bruising and swelling are variable but are greatly improved within one week. In Dr. Miller’s experience, patients find the minor discomfort well worth fantastic results.
Fat transfer is often done in combination with other procedures including…
"I recently lost a rapid amount of weight and had severe skin sagging under my neck. It made me feel and look older then my age. I had a consultation with Dr. Miller who suggested a neck lift. I was very nervous about the procedure. Dr. Miller immediately made me feel comfortable and at ease. He answered all of my questions and was very honest about what I could expect as far as recovery and final results. The day of the surgery, Dr. Miller and his staff made sure I was comfortable. Dr. Miller took his time with the surgery and insured that I was equipped with the knowledge needed for post recovery. Dr. Miller and his staff are wonderful! Now post op 6 months, I am so happy with my decision to get the neck surgery. However, I am even happier with my decision to go to Derm FX and put my trust in Dr. Miller. They are awesome."
- Erika R.
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As the face ages, the natural fat pads begin to sag and shrink. This often results in a hollow, sunken appearance. Fat loss is mostly noticed around the eyes and in the cheeks. Patients often notice deep circles and bags under their eyes as the natural cheek fat shrinks and sags. By replacing the fat, these processes can be reversed.
Replacing volume is integral to restoring a youthful look to the face. Volume replacement has been around for years with temporary fillers and volumizers such as Juvederm, Restylane, Perlane, Radiesse, Artefill, and Sculptra.
At Miller Cosmetics, we also offer Autologous (from your own body) fat transfer as another effective technique for restoring a more youthful, 3-dimensional look to the face. Fat transplantation has developed into what many consider the ideal soft tissue filler.
One of the most frequently asked questions is how to determine which part of the body to harvest the fat from. Dr. Miller performs a thorough evaluation before determining where to harvest fat. Some of the factors he takes into consideration include:
Typically, the abdomen and thigh are the most common donor areas.
The typical candidate for fat transplantation includes:
Physical attributes that benefit from fat grafting:
Fat grafting is a minimally invasive procedure which is performed without incisions and leaves no post-surgical scars. It requires much less downtime than traditional surgical procedures.
Fat transfer entails harvesting fat from a region of the body such as the abdomen, lateral thighs, inner thighs, or love-handles. Harvesting fat involves injection of numbing fluid into the donor site and removal of fat with a cannula. The fat is then carefully processed to preserve healthy fat cells. It is then transferred to the face in tiny syringes through very small incisions.
The procedure can be performed under local anesthesia or with oral or IV sedation to increase patient comfort.
Swelling and bruising usually resolve within a week. Most patients are advised that they can return to work within a few days. Oral narcotic pain medication is very effective. An elastic compression garment is worn around the donor site for several days.
Fat grafting is a cosmetic procedure in which fat is removed from one area of the body and then re-injected into specific areas of the face in order to restore the volume that gives each person a natural, three dimensional, youthful appearance.
The fat is usually harvested from the abdomen or the outer thighs in a very meticulous fashion that preserves the fat cells to ensure optimal longevity.
This is a very good question. While the results of fat grafting can vary from patient to patient, most patients see a dramatic improvement for years and, hopefully, permanently.
Dr. Miller has seen remarkable improvement in volume enhancement in many of his patients after a single procedure. Some patients may metabolize the fat to a greater degree than others and require a second round of fat grafting.
Fat is a fantastic option for volume replacement because it comes from your own body. This eliminates the risk of allergic reaction. Fat is also known to have much greater longevity than other fillers as well. Another benefit of fat is that it is very effective a globally rejuvenating the face and provides a nice balance to all regions of the face.
Fat grafting is a great option for patients looking for a very natural, global rejuvenation of the face. It is very effective at eliminating the hollowed, gaunt appearance in the cheeks and around the eyes that occurs during the aging process.
Fat grafting can be performed as an isolated procedure, or it can be combined with other procedures. Dr. Miller performs fat grafting in most of his facelift procedures and finds that it is a tremendous supplement to the enhancement provided by the lift.
Fat grafting typically takes about 1-2 hours to perform.
Dr. Miller typically performs the procedure using local anesthesia with oral sedation although, at the patient’s request, IV sedation can be used.
Patients may experience some minor discomfort after the procedure, although this typically resolves quickly. Bruising and swelling are variable but are greatly improved within one week. In Dr. Miller’s experience, patients find the minor discomfort well worth fantastic results.
Fat transfer is often done in combination with other procedures including…
"I couldn’t have been happier with both the results and the ease of the recovery process. The procedure was completely free of discomfort and Dr. Miller, his assistant and the staff deserve high marks for how considerate and caring they are. Dr. Miller is personable and certainly highly skilled. I am thrilled with the outcome even at this early date with my upper blepharoplasty. I was able to return to work within days with a small amount of bruising. Two weeks later, I am nearly free of all evidence of the procedure, exuding confidence and happiness with my younger looking eyes, and all without a single dose of prescription or over-the-counter pain relief."
- Deanna B.
Age: 61
Anesthesia: General Anesthesia
Additional Procedures: Templelift, Upper Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty), Facelift, Necklift, Lipocontouring of the Neck.
Pictures taken 6 weeks post-op
Description: This patient was concerned about hollowness in the midface region which made her look tired. As part of her facial rejuvenation plan she underwent facial fat grafting. She was very happy with the volume enhancement that she achieved in the cheeks following a single fat grafting procedure. The added volume gave her a natural, refreshed look without the stretched appearance that can occur with a mid-facelift.
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Age: 69
Anesthesia: Local Anesthesia with Oral Sedation
Additional procedures: Facelift and Necklift with Lipocontouring of the Neck
Pictures taken 4 weeks post-operatively
Description: This patient combined facial fat grafting with her facelift procedure. She was pleased with the natural, refreshed look that she achieved with the additional volume in her cheeks. She also liked how it took away from the hollow look in her cheeks.
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Age: 61
Anesthesia: Local Anesthesia with Oral Sedation
Additional procedures: Facelift with Necklift and Lipocontouring of the Neck
Pictures taken 4 weeks post-operatively
Description: This patient had facial fat grafting to address the lack of volume under her eyes and in the cheeks. She was happy with the natural enhancement that she achieved and felt like she had a third dimension added to her face.
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Age: 49
Anesthesia: Local Anesthesia with Oral Sedation
Additional Procedures: Facelift with Necklift and Lipocontouring of the Neck as well as Upper Eyelid Surgery (Blepharoplasty)
Pictures taken 4 weeks post-operatively
Description: This patient had facial fat grafting done as a part of her facial rejuvenation procedure. She was very pleased with the natural enhancement of her cheek region as well as her nasolabial folds and jawline.
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Age: 52
Anesthesia: Local Anesthesia with Oral Sedation
Additional procedures: Upper Eyelid Blepharoplasty, Lower Eyelid Skin Pinch
Pictures taken 4 weeks post-operatively
Description: This is a 52 year old female who was concerned with excess skin on her upper and lower eyelids as well as hollowing in her cheeks. We performed a fat transfer procedure as well as an upper eyelid blepharoplasty and a lower eyelid skin pinch. She was very happy with the correction of the hollowness in her cheeks and the refreshed look that she achieved.
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Age: 49
Anesthesia: Conscious Sedation
Additional procedures: Facelift with Necklift
Pictures taken 2 weeks post-operatively
Description: This is an active, fit 49 year old who was concerned about hollowness in her cheeks as well as a lack of definition in her jawline and neck. We performed a fat transfer procedure combined with a facelift and necklift. She was thrilled with the stunning, natural enhancement that resulted.
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Age: 57
Anesthesia: Local Anesthesia with Oral Sedation
Additional procedures: Necklift
Pictures taken 2 weeks post-operatively
Description: This is a 57 year old who was not pleased with the recurrent sag in her neck and the hollowness in her cheeks. She did not want a facelift so we performed a necklift combined with facial fat grafting. She was very happy with the improved definition in her jawline and neck as well as the natural enhancement of her cheeks.
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Age: 57
Anesthesia: Local Anesthesia with Oral Sedation
Additional procedures: Lower Eyelid Blepharoplasty
Pictures taken 6 weeks post-operatively
Description: This is a 54 year old female who presented with concerns about bags under her eyes and a tired appearance. She was very happy with the natural enhancement that resulted from fat transfer and lower eyelid blepharoplasty.
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