How to Fix Volume Loss: Facial Filler vs. Fat Transfer (How to Choose)

Top facial plastic surgeon Dr. Amir Karam reveals where filler works, where it fails, and when fat transfer is the better choice for natural facial rejuvenation.
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Are you dealing with facial volume loss and wondering what your options are? Even patients as young as their 30s come in wondering whether to choose facial filler or a fat transfer. In this episode of Skin School, Dr. Karam explains exactly when to use filler and when to walk away. You'll learn the four key areas of the face where fillers can provide a perfect, subtle boost—like for hollow under eyes or lip augmentation (the super popular "lip filler")—and the critical mistakes that lead to an "overfilled face" or "pillow face" look that may require dissolving fillers, if you still can. We'll find out why using filler to “lift” the face is a total myth and how it can actually make your face look heavier over time. This video is essential for anyone considering facial rejuvenation to avoid common pitfalls and achieve a natural result.

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CHAPTERS:
00:00 Intro: The Truth About Volume Loss
01:59 The 4 Places Filler Actually Works
08:17 Where Filler Fails & Creates Problems
12:53 The Truth About Sculptra & Biostimulators
16:43 When You Need a Fat Transfer Instead
24:05 The #1 Factor: Choosing Your Injector
26:29 What You Can Do to Prevent Volume Loss
29:21 Final Decision: Filler or Fat Transfer?

We'll dive deep into alternatives to filler for comprehensive volume loss, such as a facial fat transfer. Dr. Karam will explain the pros and cons of using your own tissue for facial rejuvenation, how the procedure works, and why it can be a more permanent and integrated solution for issues like sunken cheeks, temple hollowing, and face fat loss due to aging. We'll touch on biostimulators like Sculptra and Radiesse, clarifying their role in collagen production versus true volume restoration. Whether you're in your 30s just starting to notice changes or you're ready for a more significant step, this discussion will provide the clarity you need to make the right choice for your face.

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