Lipofilling can help in the fight against aging. Wrinkles and sagging skin are a natural consequence of aging. The amount of subcutaneous tissue decreases over the years and makes the skin thinner. A fat transplant can help fight this aging process, also because it contains stem cells.
The reinjection of fat makes it possible to fill the hollows and deep wrinkles of the face to give it a younger, smoother and more oval appearance. This procedure can be performed alone or in conjunction with a facial lift, done under general anesthesia. Fat transfer is also used for contour correction, such as buttocks, cheekbones, cheek correction, smoothing scars and irregularities, beautifying hands.
Fat Transfer or Fat Grafting (Lipofilling) TRANSFORMATIONS
Fat grafting, also known as lipofilling or fat transfer, is a surgical technique where a person's own fat is harvested from one area of the body and transferred to another to add volume, improve contours, or reconstruct tissues.
Fat grafting involves using a person's own fat, which is considered a natural and biocompatible filler, to enhance or reconstruct areas of the body.
Fat grafting can be a great option for both men and women who are experiencing facial fat loss and desire a natural-looking rejuvenation. Here are some signs you might be a good candidate:
Fat Transfer or Fat Grafting (Lipofilling):
Fat is taken from areas of the body where it is not wanted, and then fed back to areas of the body and face.
This varies depending on the areas to be liposuction and the areas to be re-injected. Usually, the procedure does not exceed two hours.
Pain medication will be prescribed, along with a compression garment to wear over the areas of liposuction.
You can return to work 48 hours after the procedure, but you may have to wait up to two weeks if your job requires physical labor. Sports activities can be resumed gradually about one to two weeks later.
Fat transfer, which also goes by the name autologous fat transfer and fat grafting, involves removing fat from a donor site, like the stomach, and then purifying it before injecting it into a volume-deficient area to create fullness and a natural contour. For all the good that it offers, it’s essential to know that the key to a successful result is transferring just enough fat for a natural and youthful look. This treatment is a popular procedure to restore lost fat and volume to the face, breasts, butt, and hands while retaining a very natural look. It is also normal for the fat transfer to be slightly overfilled initially so that the target areas can retain as much fat as possible.
One of the many things my patients love about fat transfer is the minimal scarring it leaves. Because liposuction incisions are typically small, the scars left behind are also small (often just a few millimeters long). I also try to make incisions in less visible locations. Even the more visible scars left after liposuction will fade over time. Scarring may be more visible for patients who require larger liposuction cannulas or those with more darkly pigmented skin.
Fat transfer is permanent, and the results will be noticeable for several years. However, fat transfer does not protect you from future aging; as the body ages, fat is lost from the face. So, to maintain fat that has been transferred, it’s crucial to maintain a healthy diet, avoid smoking, and adhere to a pretty stable weight to keep the results from your fat transfer looking their best.
Getting a procedure is a tremendous personal investment. However, it is not a decision that should be made lightly or in a hurry. Rushing might influence you to choose the wrong shape or go too big, which may impair you from running, jumping, or performing certain physical activities with ease. Go too small, and you may feel underwhelmed with your new look.
“ If you want to take the next step and learn more about your options, contact us online or call us. Dr. Edouard Coeugniet will help you determine whether treatment is right for you and, if so, which solution best suits your needs. ”