Does The Fat Persistent From A Derrmal-Fat Graft Release Of A Deep Labiomental Fold?

Q: Dr. Eppley, Has Dr. Eppley performed this intraoral mentalis release + dermal-fat graft procedure on additional patients since the published case? I was wondering if it lasts long since usually fat is mostly reabsorbed?

A: I have performed it many times. But this is not the best procedure for you as your deep labiomental fold exists becaiuse your chin is vertically short and the soft tissue chin pad is compressed up against the lower lip creating the deep indentation. The appropriate procedure and I far more effective one is a vertical bony chin lengthening. Also, and I compression tissue site a dermal fat graft will not work well for adequate and sustained depth of fold reduction.

There is usually a 50% greater survival from dermal-fat graft placement in the face.

Dr Barry Eppley

World Renowned Plastic Surgeon