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Fat Grafting (Lipofilling) Combined with Facelift

Understand the role of fat grafting in facelift. When to combine fat grafting with facelift and benefits.

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Dr. Roberio Brandao

Creator of Modern Face

• Updated December 1, 2024

What is Fat Grafting?

Fat grafting (lipofilling or lipoinjection) is the transfer of fat from one body area (abdomen, flanks) to the face. Fat is processed and reinjected to restore volume lost with aging.

When to Combine with Facelift?

  • • Very deflated faces — significant volume loss
  • • Hollow temples
  • • Very deep grooves that facelift won’t completely correct
  • • Very flat midface

Advantages and Limitations

Your own fat causes no rejection and may have regenerative effects (stem cells). However, resorption rate is variable (30-70%), possibly requiring touch-ups.

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