Autologous Fat Grafting to the Chin: A Useful Adjunct in Complete Aesthetic Facial Rejuvenation

doi:10.1097/PRS.0000000000004817

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Autologous Fat Grafting to the Chin: A Useful Adjunct in Complete Aesthetic Facial Rejuvenation

Published Oct 1, 2018 · Rod J. Rohrich, K. Sanniec, P. Afrooz

Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery

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Abstract

Summary: The chin makes up the central unit of the face and neck, and is a significant factor in facial harmony and aesthetics. Historically, correction of microgenia required surgical intervention with a sliding genioplasty, or placement of a permanent implant. However, these techniques require more extensive surgical intervention, prolonged downtime, with higher costs and complications. Furthermore, chin rhytides and descent of chin fat lead to an aged appearance of the chin and lower face that is difficult to correct with a chin implant alone. Autologous fat grafting in facial rejuvenation has expanded in its application and can serve as an effective technique to correct and enhance chin aesthetics, including lateral chin hollowing, asymmetry, mild microgenia, and correction of deep labiomental sulcus or a bifid chin. This article and accompanying video demonstrate the authors’ technique for chin augmentation and refinement with autologous fat.

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Key takeawayAutologous fat grafting can effectively enhance and correct chin aesthetics, reducing downtime and complications in facial rejuvenation.

PopulationOlder adults (50-71 years)

Sample size24

MethodsObservational

OutcomesBody Mass Index projections

ResultsSocial networks mitigate obesity in older groups.

Autologous Fat Grafting to the Chin: A Useful Adjunct in Complete Aesthetic Facial Rejuvenation

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