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Micro-autologous Fat Transplantation (MAFT) for Forehead Volumizing and Contouring.

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  • 1Yuan's General Hospital, No.162, Chenggong 1st Rd., Lingya Dist., Kaohsiung City, 802, Taiwan.

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Micro-autologous fat transplantation (MAFT) using the MAFT-GUN offers a reliable method for forehead augmentation. This technique achieved high patient satisfaction with minimal complications in a large cohort.

Area of Science:

  • Plastic Surgery
  • Aesthetic Medicine
  • Regenerative Medicine

Background:

  • Frontal fullness is culturally significant in Asian populations, often linked to leadership.
  • Traditional methods for frontal contouring yield variable outcomes.
  • Micro-autologous fat transplantation (MAFT) shows promise for facial rejuvenation.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the efficacy and safety of an innovative instrument-assisted MAFT technique for frontal augmentation.
  • To report clinical outcomes and patient satisfaction with MAFT for forehead volumization.

Main Methods:

  • MAFT was performed on 178 patients over 5 years.
  • Fat was harvested, processed via centrifugation, and micro-transplanted using the MAFT-GUN.
  • Patients underwent regular follow-up with photographic documentation.
Keywords:
Fat graftForeheadMicro-autologous fat transplantation (MAFT)

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Main Results:

  • The average procedure time was 52 minutes, with 10.2 mL of fat delivered.
  • No significant complications were reported.
  • 83.1% of patients reported favorable satisfaction with the forehead contouring results.

Conclusions:

  • MAFT, particularly with precise instrumentation, transforms fat grafting into a reliable procedure.
  • The technique offers a safe and effective alternative for forehead augmentation.
  • High patient satisfaction underscores the long-term efficacy of MAFT for volume restoration.