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GlossaryFat Grafting

procedure transferring fat from one body area to another

Fat grafting, also known as fat transfer or autologous fat transfer, is a procedure where fat is harvested from one part of the body, typically through liposuction, and then purified and injected into another area that requires volume enhancement or contouring. This technique is commonly used in cosmetic and reconstructive surgery to improve the appearance of the face, breasts, hands, and other areas, offering a natural alternative to synthetic fillers.

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research Use of Condensed Nanofat Combined With Fat Grafts to Treat Atrophic Scars

62 citations , October 2017 in “JAMA facial plastic surgery”

Condensed nanofat with fat grafts effectively improves atrophic facial scars.

research Cell-Enriched Autologous Fat Grafts to Follicular Niche Improves Hair Regrowth in Early Androgenetic Alopecia

8 citations , February 2020 in “Aesthetic Surgery Journal”

Adding cells to fat grafts improves hair regrowth in early baldness, but effects lessen over time.

research Leave the Fat, Skip the Bolster: Thinking Outside the Box in Lower Third Nasal Reconstruction

34 citations , October 2004 in “Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery”

Nasolabial skin-fat grafts are good for nasal reconstruction with minimal scarring and no need for bolsters, but smoking may affect graft survival.

research Fat, Stem Cells, and Platelet-Rich Plasma

43 citations , June 2016 in “Clinics in Plastic Surgery”

The conclusion is that fat grafting is safe and effective but carries risks that need careful management.

research Adipocyte-Derived Stem and Regenerative Cells in Facial Rejuvenation

14 citations , October 2012 in “Clinics in Plastic Surgery”

Adding stem cells to fat grafts for facial rejuvenation might improve outcomes, but more research is needed to confirm safety and effectiveness.

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community How many grafts does this crown need? On Dutasteride ED 0.5mg.

in Transplants 10 upvotes 1 month ago

The user is considering a hair transplant for their crown area while taking 0.5mg of dutasteride daily. Suggestions include using 500-800 grafts, adding minoxidil to the routine, and using hair fibers to improve appearance.

community Hair Transplant Results after 6 months . 3500 grafts. NW 6

in Progress Pictures 375 upvotes 2 years ago

The user underwent a hair transplant with 3500 grafts and has been using Finasteride and Minoxidil for 5.5 months, seeing some growth. They plan to have a second transplant for the crown area and are seeking opinions on future results and density improvement.

community 28M hair transplant results, 6 months later. 3633 grafts via FUE

in Transplants 478 upvotes 4 years ago

28M shares hair transplant results 6 months after 3633 grafts via FUE by Dr. Rahal in Ottawa, costing ~$24k CAD. Users discuss the impressive results, procedure experience, and cost breakdown.

community Any experience with stem cell hair transplants?

in Transplants 25 upvotes 2 years ago

Stem cell hair transplants use stem cells from fat tissue to reactivate inactive hair follicles, but results are inconsistent and not widely shared. Traditional treatments like finasteride and minoxidil often show better results.

community Don’t like the density at all, 2nd hair transplant

in Transplants 157 upvotes 3 weeks ago

The user is unhappy with the results of their second hair transplant, feeling that grafts were wasted on an already transplanted hairline instead of increasing mid-scalp density. They regret stopping medications like Dutasteride, Minoxidil, and RU58841, which led to significant hair loss, and plan to restart them.

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