Synonym(s)
Fat implantation autologous
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The atrophy of subcutaneous fatty tissue appears in rare cases as part of the aging process. Affected regions include the temple, upper lip, cheek, nasolabial fold and glabella. The extraction and reinjection of autologous fatty tissue has been developed as an addition to liposuction. The subcutaneous fatty tissue is reinjected with a 16 gauge needle, for example; this procedure is usually performed under local anesthesia. In contrast to many other soft tissue augmentations, the autologous fat is injected into the subcutaneous tissue.
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- The autologous fat graft obtained as a by-product of liposuction is injected into the defect with a 16 gauge needle; even overcorrection is expected, followed by modelling of the implant.
- Up to 60% of the autologous fat tissue remains at the injection site for up to a year. Several repeat injections after three and six months intervals usually improve the maximum correction. The best result is achieved after the second or third injection.
Remember! In order to determine the optimal injection quantity, it is possible to inject a satisfactory amount of table salt beforehand. In this way, the required amount can be determined before the actual fat injection.
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