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A person's face, like the rest of their body, loses volume and form as they age and go through the natural processes of gaining and losing weight. At Face Forward in Houston Facial fat grafting is a fantastic cutting-edge cosmetic procedure for restoring lost facial volume. Also known as a fat transfer, this process involves the removal of fat from one area of the body and its subsequent injection into a region of the face that is lacking in fullness. Laugh lines, the lips, the cheeks, temples, and even the region behind the eyelid are all viable targets for fat transfer.
Two types of fat grafting procedures are offered at Face Forward: surgical and in-office. Fat grafts are frequently chosen as an alternative to synthetic enhancements like fillers. Puregraft's selective filtering method uses a closed system to gently dialyze collected fat, eliminating blood, oil, fluid, and broken cells and leaving pure fat behind. Dermapose is a microfat transfer method that replaces volume loss in the face with your own body fat and improves skin quality. Dr. Regina Rodman, a double board-certified facial plastic surgeon in Houston, Texas, is an expert at performing fat transfers using state-of-the-art liposuction and grafting techniques. Schedule your consultation with Dr. Rodman at Face Forward in Houston, Texas, and learn how fat grafting can enhance your facial contours for a more vital, youthful appearance.
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Surgical Procedure: Fat Grafting With Puregraft
Fat can be removed from areas such as the lower abdomen or inner thighs & moved to the facial area such as cheeks, temples & around the lips. This procedure can restore fullness to the areas where it is grafted, providing a more youthful appearance. Dr. Rodman uses Puregraft – Suneva Medical filtration systems for all fat grafting cases in the operating room. The advantage is that Dr. Rodman can remove up to 97% of the contaminants, greatly increasing the percentage of grafts the human body will retain.
youthful & vibrant skin
In addition to adding definition while greatly reducing visible wrinkles, fat contains regenerative cells that can assist with creating new blood vessels & collagen that will promote more youthful & vibrant skin. If you have experienced a loss in volume in your cheeks, temples, or lips, facial fat grafting with Puregraft may be a great solution for you.
a great solution for you
Is this right for you? If you have experienced a loss in volume in your cheeks, temples, or lips, facial fat grafting with Puregraft may be a great solution for you. Schedule your one-on-one consultation today by calling (713) 321-2424 to discuss your options with Dr. Rodman.
Does this require general anesthesia?
When you’re ready for your Fat Grafting Houston Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Regina Rodman, will perform the procedure at her surgery center located in Houston, TX. Typically yes. The initial or higher volume that needs to be harvested from the lower body can be uncomfortable with only local anesthesia. Facial lipofilling with Pure Graft is a popular add-on procedure when a patient is already going to the operating room for other procedures.
Recovery time:
After receiving fat grafting Houston patients can return to work within a few days to a week. Most will have some residual swelling for 3 – 4 weeks. You will not need to wear body compression garments following this procedure.
Maintaining your surgical fat grafting results
On average, a patient will retain 55 – 80% of the grafts. The grafts remaining at approximately 6 months postoperatively will likely stay in place throughout your life.
Costs will vary depending on the method and complexity of your procedure.
Insurance does not typically cover cosmetic procedures.
Micronized fat grafting with Dermapose, Implants, or Renuva HD and injectable fillers such as Revance or Restylane based products are alternatives to fat grafting that you can discuss with Dr. Rodman at your consultation.
In-Office Procedure: Micronized Fat Grafting with Dermapose by Suneva
Micronized fat grafting makes small-volume fat transfer safe, fast, and easy. This system offers Dr. Rodman the ability to harvest, purify, and microsize the material within a sterile closed system syringe in our office. She can then use these syringes to help with your skin tone and regeneration in the cheeks rather than add volume. As the micro-fat is thinner and doesn’t leave lumps, it is best used under the eyes or in the lips.
final results
Micronized fat is the ideal size that retains structure & regenerative properties. This process maximizes revascularization & nutrient exposure enhancing graft survival. Another benefit of refining fat grafting is that the final results are visible in a shorter amount of time due to less swelling & potential bruising.
Schedule your one-on-one consultation today by calling (713) 321-2424 to discuss your options with Dr. Rodman. She will listen to your goals, analyze your facial structure, and assist you in deciding on the best procedure to help you achieve your most stunning facial contours.
Instead of using liposuction to collect the fat to be grafted, micronized fat grafting involves removing small amounts of fat from a donor area using a syringe. The fat is then processed and strategically injected into the treatment site to create the desired contours.
Micronized Fat Grafting Recovery, Results, and Aftercare
Typically a few days to two weeks. The area where the grafts were harvested and injected may be sore. Patients may return to work in a few short days.
On average, a patient will retain 55 – 80% of the grafts. The grafts remaining at approximately 6 months postoperatively will likely stay in place throughout your life.
After your procedure, you will be provided with recommendations for maintaining your beautiful results. As always, living a healthy lifestyle promotes efficient healing and tissue function. If you wish to further enhance your facial appearance, ask us about our various skin rejuvenation services.
Think of the operating room as higher volume defining results and in-office as lower volume refinement. This is where discussing what your goals are with Dr. Rodman is critical so that she can make the best recommendation possible for you.
Typically yes.
Facial lipofilling with Puregraft, Implants, or Renuva HD and injectable fillers such as Revance or Restylane-based products may provide comparable results.
Schedule Your Houston Plastic Surgery Consultation Today
The Face Forward process starts with a consultation. You will meet with Dr. Rodman (either in the office or via video call) to discuss the result or look you want to achieve. Dr. Rodman will review and educate you about your options and schedule you for the procedure of your choice. Follow-up appointments will be scheduled as necessary. Achieve your look and enjoy the new you! Schedule your consultation for plastic surgery in Houston at Face Forward today.
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