Tissue Replacement

Name: Tissue Replacement
Brand: Beck Aesthetic Surgery
Rating: 5 (838 reviews)

Cosmetic injectables are a quick and convenient solution for addressing facial imperfections, from wrinkles to thin lips to hollow areas. No matter what you want to correct, Beck aesthetic surgery has an injectable option that can solve your problem.

We perform regenerative work with injectable tissue replacement or Injectable Tissue Replacement and Regeneration (ITR2). This revolutionary facial fat grafting technique, created by Steven R. Cohen MD, FACS, reverses many common signs of facial aging, achieving unparalleled results and a deeply revitalized facial appearance.

What is Injectable Tissue Replacement?

Injectable tissue replacement and regeneration (ITR2) replaces decayed facial tissues by using “like tissues” to delay or slow the rate of tissue decay. Also known as facial fat grafting, this treatment moves fat from one part of the body to the face. Dr. Beck will analyze your facial topography and proportion to determine your specific losses of facial fat.

This innovative treatment provides a more youthful appearance and can also correct problems such as scarring. Injectable tissue replacement is commonly used in the following:

Lips
Folds that go from the corners of the mouth to the nose
Under-eye areas
Cheeks

Additionally, Dr. Beck can perform injectable tissue replacement simultaneously with other facial-rejuvenating procedures, such as a facelift or an eye lift.

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Am I a Good Candidate for Injectable Tissue Replacement?

The ITR2 procedure is suitable for patients between the ages of 30-65 who want to reduce signs of aging in their faces. Generally, candidates should have no underlying conditions that could affect the success of their treatment and be in good overall health.

Ideal candidates for injectable tissue replacement are experiencing the following issues:

Hollowing of the eyes
Loss of tissue volume
Deep lines on the forehead and between the eyebrows
Sunken temples
Swollen eye bags
Lines that extend from nose to mouth
Marionette lines, or deep lines adjacent to the mouth
Lip volume loss

What are the Benefits of Injectable Tissue Replacement?

As an anti-aging treatment, injectable tissue replacement may be superior to traditional dermal fillers because of the more natural results that the procedure produces. There is also a reduced risk of unexpected reactions in patients because their fat plumps and volumizes facial tissues lost over time.

Some other benefits associated with injectable tissue replacement include:

Significantly restored facial volume
Addressed bone loss and deep tissues
A biocompatible and natural rejuvenation option
Improved skin texture and tone
Reduced wrinkles and lines
Fewer risks and side effects associated with facial fillers

Another benefit would be the stunning results provided by injectable tissue replacement. Results are long-lasting, up to four times the length of traditional facial fillers.

What is the Procedure for Injectable Tissue Replacement?

In preparation for facial fat grafting, patients should be at or near their desired weight so Dr. Beck can relocate fat successfully. Please discuss your medications with Dr. Beck at your initial consultation to evaluate whether those medications will interfere with the procedure.

After a local anesthetic is administered, a tiny incision removes fat from the donor area. This incision is made through the navel for easy access when the donor tissue is from the abdomen.
Once the cells are harvested, the tissue is carefully filtered through three stages:

Centrifugation, or mechanical agitation
Washing and filtering
Sedimentation, which uses gravity to separate the constituent parts of the fat

This filtration process cleanses, purifies and separates the fat into three different forms:

Milifat: Adds facial structure
Microfat: Smooths the facial area and triggers tissue formation
Nanofat: Triggers cell growth at a high rate

How Soon Will I See Results?

The advanced technology behind the injectable tissue replacement procedure is efficient and offers long-lasting, natural-looking rejuvenation. Additionally, long-term tissue regeneration continues after a complete facial fat transfer procedure. While initial healing can take a few weeks, most patients see their final results within six months of their treatment.

Depending on the area of treatment and factors such as genetics and lifestyle, the results of an injectable tissue replacement procedure can last for several years. Many patients also combine ITR2 and facelift, eyelid lift, or cheek augmentation treatments.

Recovery after Injectable Tissue Replacement?

After your procedure is complete, you may experience temporary facial discomfort, which is mild to moderate. Expect to take up to ten days off work to heal while you limit physical activity. Rest and recover as you allow the fat cells to integrate into your skin structure. We will provide aftercare instructions to help you heal faster during your recovery period.

Why Choose Dr. Beck for Injectable Tissue Replacement?

Dr. Joel Beck has an established reputation for excellence in aesthetic plastic surgery. An experienced and board-certified plastic surgeon, his background is in clinical research in burn surgery, reconstructive surgery, and microsurgery. This expertise creates a robust foundation for the cosmetic procedures he performs at his private plastic surgery clinic and medspa in Charlotte, NC.

Dr. Beck believes in staying on the cutting edge of recent developments in the surgical arts and using advances in non-surgical treatments to enhance the body and face. With two decades in practice, his highest priority is safely delivering results that improve your natural appearance. If you’re looking for a plastic surgeon with integrity, artistry, experience, and a high skill level for injectable tissue replacement, Dr. Beck is the ideal choice.