What is the difference between filler and fat injection?
Many patients get confused about filler and fat injection. Thus this question is frequently asked at our clinic as well. So today, we will have a look at some advantages and disadvantages of filler and fat injection. Fat injection (or Fat graft) is simply the relocation of the fat that we already have in our body. It is very weird that our face loses its volume when our thigh or stomach gets fatter. The fat used for fat injection is usually extracted from the inner thigh, and usually 1 or 2 stitches are remained there. It is very important for the patient to have accurate discussion regarding the area and amount of fat injection with the surgeon, as fat injection surgery is done under deep sleep anesthesia. Areas where fat injection is possible - Forehead, temple, front cheek, front chin, Sides of face Fat grafting is usually done on relatively wider area, and narrow areas such as nose bridge, love bands and li...