Dr. Azizzadeh Weights in on the Resurgence of Volume Restoration
In a Marie Claire article, Dr. Babak Azizzadeh noted the rising appeal of facial fat grafting (fat transfer). Patients favor this natural method over synthetic fillers for restoring youthful contours, aligning with a modern trend of using the body’s own tissue.
Addressing the Two Pillars of Facial Aging
Dr. Azizzadeh notes facial aging stems from two factors: downward tissue shift and lost fullness. While skin-tightening fixes looseness, it doesn’t restore the foundational support that diminishes with age.
As he explained to Marie Claire, “When fullness fades, lifting alone will not solve the problem. Replacing what the body has slowly lost is essential.” Recognizing this difference is key to natural-looking outcomes, since tightening the surface without correcting facial emptiness can make results appear off balance.
The Shift From Fillers to Autologous Fat
Hyaluronic acid injectables were long the standard for restoring fullness, but patient demand is changing. Dr. Azizzadeh observes, “People are asking for results that look real, and fat feels familiar to the body.” Fat transfer uses a patient’s own tissue collected via liposuction, resulting in a more natural blend with facial structures and less swelling than fillers.
Dr. Azizzadeh states that fat grafting often replaces fillers for volume. When combined with advanced surgery like the deep plane facelift, it offers comprehensive correction for sagging and hollowing, leading to harmonious, long-lasting results.
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