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Weight Loss Drugs Reshape Facial Surgery: Survey

AAFPRS survey reveals GLP-1 medications drive 50% increase in fat-grafting procedures as patients seek solutions for weight loss-related facial volume loss.

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The survey by the American Academy of Facial Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery revealed rising visits related to glucagon-like peptide-1 medication effects, resulting in increased fat grafting-procedures due to volume loss. Dr. Patrick Byrne highlighted the drugs' effectiveness in rapid weight loss but also their association with volume loss and sagging skin. The survey also noted a trend toward younger facelift patients, increasing treatment seeking for menopause-related concerns, and regenerative medicine's potential for growth.

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Weight Loss Drugs Reshape Facial Surgery: Survey

AAFPRS survey reveals GLP-1 medications drive 50% increase in fat-grafting procedures as patients seek solutions for weight loss-related facial volume loss.

  • by Kerri Miller

  • February 10, 2025

  • 2 min

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