Category: Facial Rejuvenation & Skin Quality

Effects of Nanofat and PRP on Type I Collagen Production in Striae Distensae: Preliminary Findings from a Prospective, Randomized Single-Blind Study

Posted in Breast, Buttock, Clinical Trials & Pilot Studies, Dermatology, Facial Rejuvenation & Skin Quality, Ideas & Innovations, Office Based Aesthetic Medicine, Plastic Surgery, Scar Treatment, Skin Scars & Acne Scarring

Date Published: 03 December 2024 La Padula et al. evaluate the effects of nanofat and platelet-rich plasma on type I collagen production in striae distensae, demonstrating enhanced collagen synthesis and suggesting their potential as regenerative treatment options. The article was published in the Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Journal.

Clarification of the Concept of “Regeneration” in the Context of Calcium Hydroxylapatite and Its Promotion in Regenerative Aesthetics

Posted in Aesthetic Dermatology (Facial Volume Restoration), Facial Rejuvenation & Skin Quality, Facial Volume Restoration, Ideas & Innovations, Latest News, Skin Rejuvenation

Date Published: 22 October 2025 Tonnard, Verpaele, & Romero discuss the use of the term regeneration in aesthetic medicine, emphasizing that treatments like Calcium Hydroxylapatite primarily promote tissue remodeling rather than true biological regeneration and highlight the need for more precise terminology in the field. The article was published in the Aesthetic 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.

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.

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.

Nanofat in Facial Rejuvenation: Step-by-Step Procedure, Patient Evaluation and Recovery Process

January 28th, 2021 SDARTs faculty member, Nabil Fakih, MD, MSc, et al, published a new study on nanofat in facial rejuvenation. This study was published in the American Journal of Cosmetic Surgery. Want to learn more from Dr. Nabil Fakih? Visit the SDARTs Online Learning Platform >

Safety Guidelines for Non-Surgical Facial Procedures During COVID-19 Outbreak

Posted in Dermatology, Facial Rejuvenation & Skin Quality, Office Based Aesthetic Medicine, Skin Rejuvenation

June 16th, 2020 Dr. Dario Bertossi, MD, et al, published safety guidelines for non-surgical facial procedures during the COVID-19 pandemic. This article was published in the Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology. Want to explore more current medical topics? Visit the SDARTs Online Learning Center >

Subcutaneous Injections of Nanofat Adipose-derived Stem Cell Grafting in Facial Rejuvenation

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

March 17th, 2020 Author and SDARTs Faculty Member Sophie Menkes, MD, et al, conducted a study on the use of subcutaneous nanofat injections for facial rejuvenation. The results open up a new realm of possibilities with nanofat. This article was published in the Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery Journal. Have questions for the author? Post them […]