Restoring youthful volume is one of the most effective ways to refresh your face, and today you have more options than ever to achieve this goal. At Gaines Plastic Surgery in Gainesville, Florida, Dr. Greg Gaines offers both facial fat grafting and dermal fillers, allowing you to choose the treatment that best fits your anatomy, lifestyle, and long-term goals. With over 30 years of surgical experience, Dr. Gaines provides trusted guidance, enabling you to feel confident in all your cosmetic decisions.
How Facial Fat Grafting Works
Facial fat grafting, also known as fat transfer or lipostructure, uses fat taken from another part of your body (usually your abdomen, thighs, or flanks), and carefully injects it into areas of your face that have lost volume. Because the fat is your own tissue, results are completely natural in both look and feel. Fat grafting is often used to restore fullness to your cheeks, fill in hollow temples, and soften deep lines around your mouth. Another benefit is the dual effect: you can enjoy subtle body contouring from the area where fat is harvested. Results can be long-lasting, with most patients enjoying improvements for many years.
How Dermal Fillers Work
Dermal fillers like JUVEDERM are injectable treatments that add instant volume using biocompatible gels, such as hyaluronic acid. Fillers are versatile and can target areas like your lips, under-eyes, nasolabial folds, and jawline. Treatment takes just minutes, and there’s no downtime, thus making fillers a convenient choice for patients with busy schedules. Results appear immediately and typically last from 6 to 18 months, depending on the product and treatment area. Because fillers are temporary, adjustments can be made as facial features change over time.
Comparing the Two Options
Neither option is “better” for every patient. Fat grafting may appeal to you if you want a more permanent solution that uses your own natural tissue. Fillers, on the other hand, are ideal if you seek flexible, gradual adjustments or treatment without surgery. During a consultation, Dr. Gaines can offer his professional opinion by considering factors like age, degree of volume loss, and lifestyle.
Schedule Your Consultation
Dr. Gaines is a board-certified plastic surgeon with extensive experience in both surgical and non-surgical facial rejuvenation. His expertise in tailoring treatments to individual goals has made him a trusted provider in Gainesville and North Central Florida.
If you’re considering facial fat grafting or dermal fillers, Gaines Plastic Surgery can help you explore both options — contact (352) 333-9600 to schedule your consultation.