A variety of conditions can result in loss of facial volume resulting in cosmetic deformities. Most often, loss of facial fat is associated with normal aging, but sometimes post traumatic injuries or congenital problems can cause areas of facial volume loss. Some indications for structural fat grafting include:
- loss of cheek volume due to aging
- depression in the temples due to aging
- prominent lower eyelid-cheek tear troughs
- thin lip volume
- correction of hollow upper eyes after aggressive blepharoplasty
- congenital issues such as hemifacial atrophy
- earlobe atrophy with aging
Dr. Leedy is up to date with the latest techniques for successful fat transfer. This procedure can be done in the office on occasion but is often done in the operating room in conjunction with other procedures such as facelift, eyelid lift and brow lift procedures. Usually the fat grafting procedure results in minimal bruising. Recovery is typically a few days. Swelling may take a few weeks to resolve.