Sagging facial contours can be attributed to a number of factors, including the natural aging process. With age, the skin loses its elasticity and tone, which can lead to a loosening of the muscular and connective tissues that support the oval of the face. In addition, the loss of subcutaneous fat that occurs with aging can also contribute to this phenomenon, as it reduces the volume and structural support of the face.Other factors can also play a role, such as genetics, weight fluctuations, smoking, excessive sun exposure and poor diet. For example, significant weight loss can lead to a reduction in the volume of fat in the face, which can accentuate the sagging of the oval.

Restoring the oval of the face with fat injections is an interesting technique and seems to offer several advantages over hyaluronic acid injections, especially for structural and aesthetic changes in the jawline :

• Improved facial oval: fat injections in the jawline can help improve the appearance of the facial oval by diminishing the lower cheeks and slightly tightening the oval. The result is a natural lifting effect.
• Preventing facelifts: this technique can postpone the need for a facelift or a facelift of the oval of the face, which is particularly interesting for patients wishing to avoid or delay more extensive surgery.

When it comes to jawline, fat injections seem to offer superior results to hyaluronic acid. Indeed, hyaluronic acid, when injected in large quantities, can give a squarer appearance to the jawline due to swelling. In addition, the natural look and durability of fat injections are emphasized, as they age progressively with the patient.

While fat injections offer many benefits, it’s important to note that they must be performed by an experienced practitioner. As with any aesthetic procedure, there are specific risks and considerations, particularly in terms of fat harvesting, processing and injection, as well as managing patient expectations.