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Autologous fat grafting for nasal base augmentation

Treatment Effect

- Generally, once postoperative swelling subsides, the nasolabial area appears fuller, facial hollows are improved, nasolabial folds become shallower, and the facial contour looks smoother and more natural.

- Over time, a portion of the transplanted fat survives and remains permanently in the nasolabial region, providing long-lasting volumizing results.

Is this suitable for me?

Suitable Candidates:

- Individuals with congenital nasolabial groove depression resulting in a lack of facial definition and prominent nasolabial folds.

- Individuals experiencing nasolabial groove depression and tissue sagging due to aging.

Unsuitable Candidates:

- Individuals with severe systemic conditions such as heart disease, hypertension, or diabetes that prevent them from tolerating surgery.

- Individuals with coagulation disorders who are prone to prolonged bleeding.

- Women who are pregnant or breastfeeding.

- Individuals with excessively high expectations or unrealistic demands regarding surgical outcomes.

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Select Equipment

In autologous fat grafting to the nasolabial fold, commonly used equipment includes liposuction devices and injection devices.

- Liposuction devices: Such as vacuum-assisted liposuction machines, which allow precise control of suction pressure and speed, effectively minimizing damage to surrounding tissues and ensuring that extracted fat particles remain intact and pure. When selecting, focus on suction stability and ease of operation.

- Injection devices: Such as specialized fat injectors, which require well-designed needles to uniformly deposit fat particles into the nasolabial fold area while minimizing trauma to the fat cells.

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In autologous fat grafting for the nasal base augmentation, commonly used equipment includes liposuction devices and injection devices.

- Liposuction devices: Such as suction-assisted liposuction machines, which allow precise control of suction pressure and speed, effectively minimizing damage to surrounding tissues and ensuring that extracted fat cells remain intact and pure. When selecting, prioritize suction stability and ease of operation.

- Injection devices: Such as specialized fat injection syringes, which require well-designed needles to uniformly inject fat cells into the nasal base area while minimizing trauma to the fat tissue.

Price

Price

The cost of autologous fat augmentation for the nasal base is influenced by multiple factors, including region, hospital tier, surgeon experience, liposuction area, and volume of filler.

- In large cosmetic surgery hospitals in first-tier cities, the price typically ranges from approximately $7,500 to $22,500 USD.

- In second- and third-tier cities, prices are generally lower, ranging from approximately $3,750 to $11,250 USD.

Expected Outcome

Expected Results

A successful autologous fat grafting procedure for the nasal base can significantly improve nasal base depression, making the face fuller and more three-dimensional, reducing nasolabial folds, and enhancing youthful appearance and aesthetic appeal.

However, due to the variable absorption rate of fat, 2 to 3 sessions may be required to achieve optimal results. Additionally, individual differences in body constitution and recovery processes can lead to variations in the final outcome.

Combination Therapy

Combination Therapy

It can be used in conjunction with hyaluronic acid fillers. First, perform autologous fat augmentation of the nasolabial folds to correct depressions. For subtle areas or when seeking enhanced results, hyaluronic acid can be used for fine-tuning, allowing for faster achievement of more ideal outcomes.

It can also be combined with facial lift surgery. For older patients with significant facial tissue sagging, performing autologous fat augmentation of the nasolabial folds alongside a facial lift procedure can better improve the overall facial appearance.

Adverse Effects and Complications

Side Effects and Complications

- Infection: If sterilization is not strict during the surgery or post-operative care is improper, infection may occur, manifesting as local redness, swelling, pain, fever, and other symptoms.

- Fat liquefaction: If the blood supply to the transplanted fat tissue is inadequate, it may liquefy, leading to local hardening or lump formation.

- Uneven absorption: Uneven absorption of fat in the nasolabial region may occur, resulting in local irregularities.

- Vascular embolism: If fat particles enter the blood vessels, vascular embolism may occur, causing severe complications such as skin necrosis and blindness, although this is relatively rare.

In addition to the aforementioned side effects and complications such as infection, fat liquefaction, uneven absorption, and vascular embolism, local swelling and bruising may also occur, typically resolving within 1–2 weeks after surgery.

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Select Equipment

As with the equipment selection section, choose liposuction and injection devices that are reliable in quality, stable in performance, and comply with national standards. You can ensure the safety and efficacy of the equipment by verifying the manufacturer's qualifications and product certifications.

Project Contraindications

Project Contraindications

Individuals with active inflammation or infectious foci, such as facial acne or furuncles, should undergo treatment and achieve full recovery before proceeding with the procedure.

Patients with unstable mental states or diagnosed psychiatric disorders are not suitable candidates for this surgery.

Individuals currently taking anticoagulant medications must discontinue use under medical supervision for a specified period before considering the procedure.

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Contraindications for the Procedure

- Individuals with active inflammation or infection sites, such as facial acne or boils, should undergo treatment and achieve full recovery before proceeding with the procedure.

- Patients with unstable mental health conditions or diagnosed psychiatric disorders are not suitable candidates for this procedure.

- Individuals currently taking anticoagulant medications must discontinue use under medical supervision for a specified period before considering the procedure.

Side effects

Side Effects

In addition to the side effects mentioned above, such as infection, fat liquefaction, uneven absorption, and vascular embolism, local swelling and bruising may also occur. These typically subside gradually within 1 to 2 weeks after surgery.

Self-Symptom Check

Self-Diagnosis of Symptoms

If localized redness, swelling, and intensified pain occur after surgery and persist for an extended period, it may indicate an infection.

If hard lumps or masses are found in the nasal base area, this could be due to fat liquefaction or uneven absorption.

If any abnormal symptoms such as blurred vision, skin paleness, or blackening appear, seek medical attention immediately to rule out the possibility of vascular embolism.

Select treatment plan

Select Treatment Plan

Physicians will develop personalized treatment plans based on the patient's facial condition, individual needs, and overall health. Patients should communicate thoroughly with their doctors to express their expectations and concerns, understand the pros and cons of different options, and jointly select the most suitable treatment plan.