How to perform facial fat grafting
Jan 24, 2025
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Chen Lu
Introduction
Under normal circumstances, the face refers to the facial area. Facial augmentation can be achieved through methods such as dietary adjustments, facial exercises, collagen injections, hyaluronic acid fillers, and autologous fat transfer. Dehydration may also lead to dry, sunken facial skin with reduced elasticity. Therefore, it is important to drink sufficient water daily, which not only promotes skin health but also helps make the face appear fuller.
Generally speaking, the face refers to the facial area. Facial augmentation can be achieved through dietary adjustments, facial exercises, collagen fillers, hyaluronic acid fillers, autologous fat transfer, and other methods. Detailed explanations are as follows:
1. Dietary Adjustments
Increasing the intake of high-calorie, high-protein, and high-fat foods such as meat, eggs, dairy products, and nuts can provide sufficient nutrition to the face, promoting muscle and fat growth. Additionally, a balanced diet contributes to overall health improvement, creating a favorable physiological environment for facial augmentation.
2. Facial Exercises
Performing targeted facial muscle exercises, such as opening the mouth wide, chewing motions, and puffing the cheeks, can enhance blood circulation and metabolism in the facial muscles, thereby increasing their volume and firmness.
3. Collagen Fillers
Collagen fillers involve injecting collagen into the face to increase tissue volume. By directly replenishing skin collagen, this method makes the face appear fuller. The general reference price for collagen fillers is 6,000-15,000 yuan per injection. Noticeable improvement is typically seen within 1-2 days, and mild postoperative symptoms such as redness and pain may occur.
4. Hyaluronic Acid Fillers
Hyaluronic acid fillers work by injecting hyaluronic acid into the subcutaneous facial tissue to restore lost volume, making the face appear more plump. The general reference price for hyaluronic acid fillers is 2,000-5,000 yuan per injection. Improvement is usually visible within 1-2 days, with possible mild swelling and bruising.
5. Autologous Fat Transfer
Autologous fat transfer involves extracting excess fat from areas such as the thighs or abdomen, processing it, and then injecting it into the face to achieve facial augmentation. The general reference price for autologous fat transfer is 8,000-20,000 yuan per session, with noticeable improvement typically seen within 1-2 weeks after the procedure. Possible postoperative complications include uneven skin texture and fat liquefaction.
Insufficient hydration can also lead to dry, sunken facial skin with reduced elasticity. Therefore, it is important to drink enough water daily, which not only supports skin health but also helps make the face appear more plump.
