Abstract
Volume loss in the face is a key component of facial aging. Autologous volume restoration using fat to fill and lift the tissues has been a successful procedure used to minimize the signs of aging or to enhance facial features and maintain signs of youth.
Adequate fat harvesting and injection technique are fundamental to achieve good aesthetic outcomes and prevent complications. Small fat particles injected as linear treads tend to integrate better into the tissues with a better survival and better long-term results while avoiding visible lumps, irregularities, and oil cysts.
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Miotto, G.C. (2020). Autologous Fat Grafting. In: Costa, A. (eds) Minimally Invasive Aesthetic Procedures . Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-78265-2_98
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