Facial fat injections
Forehead / temples / cheeks / nasolabial folds
What is Facial Fat Injection?
Facial fat injections are an anti-aging treatment for people who have lost facial fat due to aging, resulting in a bony, uneven appearance that makes them look older. Fat from the own body is injected into the face to give it the fullness and volume of youth.
In addition to fat injections, hyaluronic acid injections are another treatment for facial fat loss, but the duration of effect is limited to 6 to 18 months. Fat injections, on the other hand, are semi-permanent once established and do not require multiple procedures.
In addition, it is an excellent procedure that offers many advantages, such as natural-looking results because it uses one’s own fat, a slimming effect in areas where excess fat is bothersome, and skin resilience.
Applicable areas for facial fat injections
Applicable areas for facial fat injections are as follows
- Forehead
- Temples
- Under the eyes
- Corner of the eyes
- Cheeks
- Lines
- Marionette lines
- Golgolines
- Chin
- Neck wrinkles
The forehead, temples, eyes, cheeks, and mouth are particularly prone to fat loss with age, and hollows and hollows become more noticeable with age. In addition, wrinkles and depressions such as laugh lines, marionette lines, and golgolines create shadows on the face, giving an aged and tired appearance.
Fat injections into these areas can plump up the hollows, hollows, wrinkles, and depressions from the inside out, giving the face a brighter appearance.
Fat injections are also effective for neck wrinkles. Neck wrinkles are caused by fat loss and sagging due to aging. Fat injections restore firmness and reduce the appearance of wrinkles.
Differences between facial fat injections and other cosmetic procedures
In addition to fat injections, other cosmetic procedures to improve wrinkles, sagging, and indentations on the face include hyaluronic acid injections and facelifts that lift the skin and fascia.
The differences between these procedures are shown in the table below.
| Fat Injection | Hyaluronic Acid Injection | Face Lift | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Effects of the procedure | Increased volume | Increased volume | Improved sagging |
| Duration of effects | Semi-permanent | 6-18 months | 5-10 years |
| Downtime | 1 to 2 weeks | Almost none | 2 to 4 weeks |
| Cost | Medium | Low | High |
| Risk | Individual differences in absorption and retention | Possible allergies | Scarring, risk of infection |
We will explain the differences between each procedure, comparing them in terms of durability, downtime, cost, and risk.
Effects of the procedure
Facial fat injections and hyaluronic acid injections are procedures that are expected to increase volume. Facelifts, on the other hand, are intended to improve sagging and do not increase the overall volume of the face.
Durability of effect
Hyaluronic acid injections, like fat injections, are expected to increase facial volume, but the effect is less durable, usually lasting from 6 to 18 months. On the other hand, a facelift lasts about 5 to 10 years, while fat injections last semi-permanently.
Downtime
Fat injections cause swelling and internal bleeding for about 1 to 2 weeks, while a facelift with surgery has a downtime of about 2 to 4 weeks. On the other hand, hyaluronic acid injections have virtually no downtime.
Cost
facelift is a highly durable procedure, but it is expensive, costing hundreds of thousands to millions of dollars. On the other hand, fat injections are cost-effective at several hundred thousand yen, even though the effects are semi-permanent. Hyaluronic acid injections cost as low as several tens of thousands of yen and can be easily undergone for the first time.
Risks
Hyaluronic acid injections may cause allergic reactions in rare cases. This is because the body recognizes hyaluronic acid as a foreign substance, causing inflammation. A facelift is a surgical procedure, so there is a risk of scarring and infection.
Fat injections are relatively safe because they use fat from your own body. However, there are risks such as temporary side effects associated with downtime and individual differences in the degree of fat absorption and retention.
For whom fat injections are recommended
Those who feel a lack of volume in the forehead, temples, and under the eyes
The forehead, temples, and under the eyes are areas that tend to lose fat with age, leading to an aged appearance. For those who feel that these areas lack volume, fat injections can provide natural volume and restore a youthful appearance.
For those who suffer from laugh lines, marionette lines, and gorgon lines
When laugh lines, marionette lines, and gorgon lines become deeper, they create shadows on the face and make the patient look tired. Fat injections can plump up these wrinkles and depressions and make the entire face appear brighter.
For those who desire long-term results
Facial fat injections provide semi-permanent results and do not require frequent injections or maintenance. It is recommended for those who wish to avoid having to undergo multiple procedures each time the effects fade.
For those who want to improve the color and dullness of the face.
Facial fat injections use fat from the own body to achieve a more natural result than hyaluronic acid. It is recommended for those who want to improve the color and dullness of the face. It also retains moisture easily, so skin with firmness and luster can be reproduced.
For those who wish to make effective use of body fat.
Facial fat injections can reuse excess fat from the arms, abdomen, thighs, buttocks, etc. for facial fat injections. Since the face (especially the frontal and temporal areas) will atrophy in the future, it is recommended to increase the volume by fat injection at the same time as liposuction.
Features of our facial fat injections
Natural and beautiful results
Our facial fat injections are characterized by their ability to create a total facial balance and overall impression. We not only inject fat, but also aim to achieve natural-looking results that match the patient’s bone structure and facial expression.
In addition, by injecting the necessary amount of fat evenly in the necessary areas, we can achieve a beautiful result without unnatural puffiness or unevenness.
A procedure with a high fat retention rate
Our facial fat injections are also characterized by a high fat retention rate. In fat injections, fat is injected into the correct layers of the body, allowing the fat cells to more effectively connect with the bloodstream and surrounding tissues. This results in improved fat retention and long-lasting results.
Highly safe procedure
Our facial fat injections are also highly safe. Because our doctors are well versed in anatomy, they do not damage important blood vessels or nerves when injecting fat. In addition, the risk of lumps and fat necrosis is reduced by injecting fat in the appropriate amount and pressure.
Furthermore, if problems such as swelling or allergic reactions occur, the cause can be accurately identified and quickly and appropriately addressed. Since downtime and risks are minimized, patients can undergo the procedure with peace of mind.
Benefits and Effects of Facial Fat Injection
Natural and soft finish
The advantage of facial fat injections is that they provide a natural feel and appearance because they use fat from your own body. The result is softer than hyaluronic acid injections and blends in with facial expressions and movements.
The effect is semi-permanent.
The advantage of facial fat injections is that once the fat is established in the face, it remains semi-permanently and the effect is highly durable. Since there is no need to repeat the procedure, it offers excellent long-term cost performance.
Extra fat can be utilized.
Another advantage of facial fat injections is that extra fat can be harvested and reused from areas such as the arms, abdomen, thighs, and buttocks. Body shaping and facial volume improvement can be achieved simultaneously.
Wide range of volume enhancement is possible.
Facial fat injections can be applied to a wide range of areas, including the forehead, temples, eyes, cheeks, mouth, and neck, with the advantage of improving the total balance of the face. It improves the three-dimensional appearance of the entire face by extensively correcting areas that lack volume as the patient ages.
High safety
Another advantage of facial fat injections is the low risk of allergic or foreign body reactions because fat harvested from the patient’s own body is used. Even those who are uncomfortable with the use of foreign substances can undergo the procedure with peace of mind.
Less downtime
Facial fat injections do not involve incisions, so there is relatively little downtime. Scars are barely noticeable and heal naturally in about one to two weeks.
Risks and Side Effects of Facial Fat Injection
Facial fat injection is a relatively safe procedure, but there are no risks or side effects. The following risks and side effects are associated with facial fat injections.
- Temporary side effects (swelling, internal bleeding)
- Risks related to fat retention (lumps, unevenness)
- Infection
- Fat embolism
- Nerve damage
- Risks related to liposuction (pain, swelling, uneven skin)
We are committed to providing accurate procedures and precise postoperative care to minimize risks and side effects associated with facial fat injection.
Facial Fat Injection Downtime
Downtime for facial fat injections is relatively minimal, approximately one to two weeks. During the downtime, the following symptoms may be observed
- Swelling
- Internal bleeding
- Pain
- Tenderness
Our Facial Fat Injection Process
STEP1Counseling and Design
Your doctor will interview you about your concerns and ideal results, and check for indentations and sagging. In addition to analyzing the skeletal structure and fat layer, the doctor will also consider the overall balance of the face and decide which areas and how much fat will be injected.
STEP2Preparation before the procedure
Local anesthesia is given to the site of collection and injection, and the area is marked.
STEP3Fat harvesting
Fat is harvested from the arms, abdomen, thighs, buttocks, etc. After the fat is harvested, measures are taken to minimize swelling and internal bleeding at the site of harvesting.
STEP4Fat Purification
The collected fat is purified using specialized equipment. By removing impurities, only highly pure fat cells can be extracted, which improves the fat retention rate.
STEP5Fat injection
is injected carefully while checking the balance of the entire face.
STEP6Postoperative check
Check the result after injection and make fine adjustments as necessary. We will inform you of any precautions you should take in your daily life after the surgery.
STEP7Aftercare
We will ask you to visit our clinic around 1 month to 3 months after the surgery to check the retention of the injected fat.