A youthful facial appearance is most commonly characterized by two related features: tightness and fullness of the skin. As we age, we often begin to lose one or both of these characteristics, resulting in an "aged" appearance.

Historically, the field of plastic surgery has tended to only address the issue of tightness through traditional "skin lifting" and "pulling" techniques, often resulting in an unnatural, skeletonized appearance of the face.

Recent developments in the field of plastic surgery have enabled the ability to address the issue of fullness in conjunction with traditional face lift techniques. Gently inserting a patients own fat tissue by hand can restore the patients younger facial characteristics. These transplanted fat tissues provide the lost support for your skin, giving a more natural, fuller, youthful appearance when done in combination with traditional skin lift techniques.

During the procedure, fat extraction is done gently and by hand, not using suction machines which can damage the fat cells. The fat tissues are delicately woven into the targeted areas, allowing the surgeon to create the desired result.

Dr. Willoughby will conduct an initial consultation where you will discuss the process and review examples of past procedures. The doctor will learn your desired outcomes, and together you will review youthful photos of yourself and create a tailored approach which is just right for you.