Category: Dermatology

Ocular Complications Following Autologous Fat Injections into Facial Area: Case Report of a Recovery from Visual Loss After Ophthalmic Artery Occlusion and a Review of the Literature

Posted in Aesthetic Dermatology (Facial Volume Restoration), Clinical Trials & Pilot Studies, Dermatology, Facial Surgery, Facial Volume Restoration, Office Based Aesthetic Medicine, Periorbital Rejuvenation, Plastic Surgery

Date Published: 23 February 2017 Szantyr, et al. present the first report of recovery from vision loss caused by ophthalmic artery occlusion following autologous fat injection. They discuss the importance of awareness of this complication and need for popularizing the treatment method to prevent such consequences. The article was published in the Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Journal.

Autologous Fat Grafting for Facial Rejuvenation

Posted in Aesthetic Dermatology (Facial Volume Restoration), Dermatology, Facial Rejuvenation & Skin Quality, Facial Volume Restoration, Office Based Aesthetic Medicine, Perioral Rejuvenation, Periorbital Rejuvenation, Techniques & Methods, Techniques & Methods for Fat Harvesting, Processing & Grafting

Date Published: 31 Jul 2023 Vasavada et al. provide a review of an autologous fat grafting procedure for facial rejuvenation. They discuss indications, equipment needed, techniques, and outcomes. The article was published in StatPearls [Internet].

The Effectiveness of Nanofat in the Management of Skin Scars: A Systematic Review

Posted in Dermatology, Facial Rejuvenation & Skin Quality, Office Based Aesthetic Medicine, Scar Treatment, Skin Scars & Acne Scarring

Date Published: 2 July 2025 Al-Sabri et al. conducted a systematic review to assess the effectiveness of Nanofat in treating various skin scars. Their findings suggest that Nanofat injections offer a minimally invasive and effective treatment option. The article was published in the Aesthetic Surgery Journal.

LaMiNa: A Creative Synergistic Approach to Facial Rejuvenation

Posted in Combination with Energy Based Devices, Dermatology, Facial Rejuvenation & Skin Quality, Nanofat Microneedling, Office Based Aesthetic Medicine, Skin Rejuvenation

Date Published: 27 March 2023 Richard Brannon Claytor, et al., investigate the recovery potential of autologous nanofat when added to co-terminus CO2 lasering and microneedling treatment of fine lines and rhytids in facial skin. The article was published in Aesthetic Surgery Journal Open Forum.

The Influence of Fat Grafting on Skin Quality in Cosmetic Foot Grafting: A Randomized, Cross-Over Clinical Trial

Posted in Clinical Trials & Pilot Studies, Dermatology, Foot & Ankle, Foot Fat Pad, Orthopedics, Skin Rejuvenation, Sports Medicine

Date Published: 10 July 2018 Stephanie E. Farber, et al., conducted a clinical trial with results indicating that pedal fat grafting resulted in a clinically significant and sustained increase in dermal thickness, as well as an improvement in skin quality. The article was published in Aesthetic Surgery Journal.

Autologous Nanofat Injection Combined with Fractional CO2 Laser in the Treatment of Atrophic Acne Scars

Posted in Clinical Trials & Pilot Studies, Combination with Energy Based Devices, Dermatology, Facial Rejuvenation & Skin Quality, Office Based Aesthetic Medicine, Scar Treatment, Skin Scars & Acne Scarring

Date Published: 20 Mar 2024 Mahmoud A Rageh, et al. investigate the role of Nanofat in combination with fractional CO2 laser as a combined approach for treating atrophic acne scarring. The article was published in Clinical, Cosmetic and Investigational Dermatology.

Advancements in Regenerative Medicine for Aesthetic Dermatology: A Comprehensive Review and Future Trends

Posted in Aesthetic Dermatology (Facial Volume Restoration), Dermatology, Facial Rejuvenation & Skin Quality, Office Based Aesthetic Medicine, Skin Rejuvenation

Date Published: 31 March 2024 Federica Trovato et al. provide a review of the principles and techniques of regenerative medicine and how they apply to cosmetic dermatology. The article was published in Cosmetic.

Nanofat Grafting: Basic Research and Clinical Applications

Posted in Clinical Trials & Pilot Studies, Dermatology, Facial Rejuvenation & Skin Quality, Office Based Aesthetic Medicine, Skin Rejuvenation, Techniques & Methods, Techniques & Methods for Fat Harvesting, Processing & Grafting

October 2013 Drs. Tonnard and Verpaele published a study titled “Nanofat Grafting: Basic Research and Clinical Applications” in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. The study evaluated the cellular contents of Nanofat and its efficacy in clinical applications which “showed remarkable improvements in skin quality 6 months postoperatively.” Click below to read the full study.

Hand Rejuvenation with Fat Grafting

Posted in Dermatology, Hand Rejuvenation, Office Based Aesthetic Medicine, Skin Rejuvenation, Techniques & Methods

April 2023 Rod J. Rohrich and Jasson T. Abraham published “Hand Rejuvenation with Fat Grafting” in Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. In this article, they describe their technique for fat grafting to the hand and discuss results seen in the overall skin texture and appearance of the hands. Read the full study below.

Concentrated nanofat: a modified fat extraction promotes hair growth in mice via the stem cells and extracellular matrix components interaction

Posted in Adipose Tissue Complex, Basic Science & Research, Dermatology, Hair Loss, Office Based Aesthetic Medicine

September 2020 Zehua Li et al. published a study titled “Concentrated nanofat: a modified fat extraction promotes hair growth in mice via the stem cells and extracellular matrix components interaction” in The Annals of Translational Medicine. The study investigated the mechanisms and effects of fat grafting on hair growth in a mouse model and found […]

Nanofat and Platelet-Rich Plasma injections used in a case of severe acne scars

Posted in Dermatology, PRP & Adipose, Scar Treatment, Skin Scars & Acne Scarring

Sophie Pons et. al wrote this article studying how nanofat and PRP treat acne scars. Click here to access and read this article.

Nanofat Grafting in Facial Rejuvenation: An Innovative Technique

Posted in Clinical Trials & Pilot Studies, Dermatology, Facial Rejuvenation & Skin Quality, Office Based Aesthetic Medicine, Skin Rejuvenation

Sophie Menkes conducted this study into using nanofat in facial rejuvenation. She aimed to assess whether the novel nanofat grafting procedure improves skin quality while yielding a regenerative effect and whether this novel technique can also achieve a lifting effect. Click here to read and access this article.