Chinese Journal of Medical Aesthetics and Cosmetology 2013;19(4):249-251

doi:10.3760/cma.j.issn.1671-0290.2013.04.004

Application of autologous fat granules graft in improving facial appearance

Bo YU ; Taichao DU ; Zhen SHAO ; Ying SUN ; Yongxue XIE ; Ling LIU

Keywords

Fat granules; Graft; Face

Country

China

Language

Chinese

Abstract

Objective To explore the methods and effects of improving facial appearance on volume defect and aging,and recovery of aesthetic looks by autologous fat granules graft.Methods We designed the filling areas according to gender,age,individual face characteristics and desire of the case before operation.By liposuction technology with low pressure from the trunk,fats were taken with cleaning and purifying.Then pure fats were injected to the marked areas of the face by multi-level and multi-tunnel injection.It was able to supply the facial volume for lost soft tissue,to improve the aging appearance and to achieve smooth facial contour.Results All cases were followed-up for 3 months to 2 years,facial appearances were satisfied or improved,without fat liquefaction,infection,scleroma and other complications.Only a few cases needed complementary transplantation.The overall results were satisfactory.Conclusions Autologous fat granules graft is a safe and effective facial soft tissue filling technology.It can effectively improve facial aging appearance,restore natural,young and beautiful looks,and be worth for clinical application.