Lipofilling (Fat Transfer)
is a non-surgical procedure that serves a dual purpose: it removes unwanted fat and then uses that same fat to enhance the volume and contour of the desired area. This procedure is also referred to as fat grafting or fat injection.
Overview
Fat transfer from an area of the body to the face provides an opportunity to rejuvenate the face for a more youthful appearance. The hallmarks of facial aging can include sagging skin, loss of volume, appearance of lines and creases and thinning of the skin. Facial fat grafting can provide a natural-looking solution to these concerns by lifting sagging skin, smoothing wrinkles and restoring volume for a youthful, natural appearance. Fat transfer to the face can be used alone or in combination with a facelift to restore natural, youthful rejuvenation to the face. Fat grafting can also be performed alone under local anesthetic as a more permanent substitute to Hyaluronic Acid fillers.
A type of fat grafting procedure, these injections do just what it sounds like: transfer fat from one area of the body (e.g., outer thighs) into target areas to add volume or fill in irregularities. Common target areas for fat-transfer injections include:
- Face – to restore cheek volume
- Breasts – for augmentation purposes or to fill in depressions left from a previous surgery
- Buttocks – to enhance the shape or size of the buttocks
Benefits of Lipofilling (Fat Transfer)
Fat grafting, non-surgical fat transfer, or autologous fat grafting, is a procedure in which your own fat cells are harvested from one body area and injected into another area to enhance volume or contour. Here are some benefits of non-surgical fat transfers.
- Minimally Invasive: Non-surgical fat grafting is a minimally invasive procedure that does not require incisions or general anaesthesia. Instead, it is typically performed using local anaesthesia and/or mild sedation. This means there is less risk, reduced scarring, and a faster recovery than surgical alternatives.
- Results: Using the patient’s fat cells, non-surgical fat grafting can provide natural-looking results. The transferred fat integrates with the surrounding tissues, creating a more harmonious and authentic appearance. This is particularly beneficial for procedures correcting lost volume, such as breast augmentation, facial rejuvenation, or buttock enhancement.
- Double Benefits: Non-surgical fat grafting has a dual benefit: It removes unwanted fat or excess fat in one area and will restore volume in another. The donor site, often an area of unwanted fat deposits, can be contoured and slimmed down by liposuction to improve the recipient area’s shape, fullness, or symmetry.
- Low Risk: Non-surgical fat grafting carries fewer risks and complications than surgical procedures. The absence of large incisions lowers the chance of infection, bleeding, and other surgical complications. Additionally, since the patient’s own fat is used, there is a reduced risk of allergic reactions or rejection.
- Versatility: Non-surgical fat grafting can be applied to various body areas, including the chest, buttocks, face, hands, and other areas that may benefit from improved volume and contour. Individualised treatments can suit an individual’s specific needs and aesthetic goals.
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