Facial rejuvenation treatments and procedures continue to grow in popularity year after year. With almost endless new products and constantly evolving techniques, it can be difficult to know which treatment may be most fitting for you. For adding volume to the face, many patients wonder whether they should choose injectable dermal fillers or a facial fat transfer. Use this helpful information from the award-winning team at Colorado Facial Plastic Surgery in Englewood, CO to learn more about both of these exciting options and decide which one is the right choice for you.
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Why does my face look deflated?
Over time, the natural aging process and other factors – such as smoking and sun exposure – cause a variety of changes to the face. Some of the most notable signs of facial aging include lines, wrinkles, and sagging skin. Volume loss also affects many men and women and is typically most noticeable in the cheeks, lips, and under the eyes. For these patients, injectable dermal fillers offer the transformative opportunity to restore lost volume and appear smoother, softer, and more youthful. Another option, facial fat transfer, can also be used to fill in lines and plump up certain features. So, which one is right for you?
Facial fat transfer vs. fillers
Because fat transfer to the face and dermal filler injections are both capable of smoothing wrinkles and adding volume, it can be tough to know which one is right for you. To help make your decision easier, try asking yourself the following questions:
What are my main concerns?
Identifying which features you are most concerned about may sway you toward one treatment or the other. Common areas that can be addressed with fat transfer and/or fillers include:
- Facial lines and wrinkles
- Deep facial folds
- Nasolabial folds
- Hollow cheeks
- Sunken circles under the eyes
- Thin lips
It is also important to understand that dynamic lines and wrinkles, meaning those caused by repetitive facial expressions over time, will not improve with fat transfer or fillers. Instead, injectable wrinkle relaxers – such as BOTOX® – should be used.
What are my goals?
Think about what you are trying to accomplish and what’s most important to you. If you are hoping to achieve the most natural-looking results possible, for instance, then fat transfer to the face may be preferable over injectables. For patients who want a reversible option, hyaluronic acid (HA) fillers – such as JUVÉDERM® – may be ideal.
Do I qualify for treatment?
While the majority of patients tolerate fillers very well, some men and women may be allergic or sensitive to certain injectable products. For these patients, facial fat transfer offers a more natural alternative that utilizes their own fat, dramatically minimizing any risk of adverse or allergic reaction.
Do fillers or fat transfers last longer?
For many people, the deciding factor in choosing between fat transfer and fillers is how long their results will last. Depending on the location and type of product used, patients can typically expect their injectable fillers to last up to 12 – 18 months. For an even longer-lasting solution, fat transfer to the face can be considered. However, patients should keep in mind that weight loss or weight gain after fat transfer can significantly impact their results. Additionally, changes can occur over time simply due to the natural aging process.
Turn to the experts for facial rejuvenation in Englewood, CO
If you are looking for a way to reverse the signs of aging and look more youthful once again, we can help. Call Colorado Facial Plastic Surgery to schedule your private consultation with one of our experienced providers today, and learn even more about the stunning results that are possible with injectables, fat transfer, and our other offerings!
