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ArticlePlastic and reconstructive surgery. Global open2025

Low-energy Morpheus8 and Nanofat Grafting for Compartment-specific Facial Rejuvenation: Selective Fat Remodeling and Skin Quality Enhancement.

Eliana Garcés, Luis Alberto Parra, Andreina Martinez Amado, Evalicia Murúa, Joselyn Argueta, Alejandra Bugallo, Andrea Marcela Parra

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Eliana GarcésFrom the Private Practice Regenera Skin, Plastic Surgery Nueva Granada Military University, Barranquilla, Colombia.
Luis Alberto ParraAesthetic Medicine, Sociedad Internacional de Rejuvenecimiento Facial no Quirurgico (SIRF), Barranquilla, Colombia.
Andreina Martinez AmadoAesthetic Medicine, Clinical Research, University of Salamanca, Encefalo, Bogota, Colombia.
Evalicia MurúaPrivate Practice, Dr. Evalicia Murua Clinic, Mexico City, Mexico.
Joselyn ArguetaPrivate Practice, Rejuvé Clínica Estética, Guatemala City, Guatemala.
Alejandra BugalloPrivate Practice, University of Buenos Aires, Buenos Aires, Argentina.
Andrea Marcela ParraBeauty Care Clinic, Buenos Aires, Argentina.

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Abstract

Background: This study evaluated a novel approach combining low-energy Morpheus8 radiofrequency (RF) microneedling and nanofat grafting for facial rejuvenation, aiming to preserve adipose tissue while enhancing skin quality. Methods: A retrospective analysis was conducted on 20 patients (aged 20-45 y) treated with nanofat injections immediately after low-energy RF microneedling. Outcomes included Global Aesthetic Improvement Scale scores and nonsurgical parameters (pore visibility, skin luminosity, and fine wrinkles), assessed at 1, 3, and 12 months posttreatment. Results: Pretreatment Global Aesthetic Improvement Scale scores (mean = 3.35, SD = 0.61) showed significant improvement posttreatment (mean = 1.76, SD = 0.87; Conclusions: The combination of low-energy RF microneedling and nanofat grafting synergistically improves facial aesthetics by targeting regenerative and structural aging markers. Specific enhancements in nonsurgical regions underscore the value of this adjunctive approach. Larger controlled studies are warranted to establish causality.

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PMCPMC12520215

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