Morpheus 8 and Adverse Facial Fat Loss

You may have recently seen reports of facial fat loss with Morpheus8 treatments. While Morpheus8 is a powerful tool for deep collagen stimulation, the loss of fat in the face is far less likely. It is a cutting-edge procedure that combines microneedling with radio frequency energy to remodel the tissue from the inside out. 

Results from Morpheus8 are provider dependent. That is why it is important to choose a well-trained provider that is familiar with facial anatomy and appropriate settings. The majority of reports of complications after Radio Frequency Microneedling treatments are due to the provider not using correct settings. Courtney Cox, our Medical Esthetician here at Marisa Lawrence Plastic Surgery and Medical Spa, has 22+ years of experience with lasers and Radio Frequency Microneedling. She has been trained by the top educators in medical aesthetics and is adept in choosing appropriate settings to deliver the safest, best results.

While sometimes targeted fat reduction is appropriate in cases such as undereye festoons or excess fat pads, these are specialized cases that call for settings that will do just that. The Morpheus8 treatment focuses on rejuvenating the skin, triggering collagen production and reorganizing the skin’s matrix. The skin then appears smoother and tighter. The stimulation of collagen additionally produces a natural sculpting and lifting effect on the face, which could easily be misinterpreted as fat reduction. However, it’s important to understand that correct application of a Morpheus8 treatment doesn’t involve the elimination or reduction of fat cells within the facial region. Morpheus8’s target is the skin structure itself, enhancing its texture and elasticity, but leaving the underlying facial fat undisturbed.