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Fat infiltration into dermal layer induces aged facial appearance by decreasing dermal elasticity.

Tomonobu EzureSatoshi AmanoKyoichi Matsuzaki
Published in: Skin research and technology : official journal of International Society for Bioengineering and the Skin (ISBS) [and] International Society for Digital Imaging of Skin (ISDIS) [and] International Society for Skin Imaging (ISSI) (2022)
Our results suggest that fat infiltration into the dermal layer is a critical factor inducing aged appearance of the face. The infiltrated fat decreases the dermal elasticity, which exacerbates nasolabial folds, namely producing an aged facial appearance.
Keyphrases
  • adipose tissue
  • wound healing
  • fatty acid