LIPOFILLING
(Fat filling in cheeks and lips)
WHAT IS LIPOFILLING?
Lipofilling, also known as fat transfer, is a procedure in which certain areas of the body are filled with one's own body fat. It is a minimally invasive procedure and can enhance facial features, such as the cheeks and lips. Using conventional liposuction, the fat is extracted using tiny cannulas and small incisions. The separated fat cells are subsequently injected into the deficient area after being filtered. Lipofilling adds volume and eliminates scarring and improves the quality and flexibility of the skin above it.
WHY OPT FOR LIPOFILLING?
The procedure is highly effective for individuals who want to increase their cheeks plumpness and restore volume to the lips.
WHAT DOES THE PROCEDURE INVOLVE?
The fat used to fill the cheeks and lips can be extracted from various areas of the body where there is enough fat, including the abdomen and thighs. The fat is extracted through liposuction, a procedure in which excess fat cells are suctioned out of the body using a special vacuum.
Once the fat cells have been extracted from the body, they are sterilised and prepared before being injected into the treatment area. The fat is injected in very small amounts and is evenly distributed into the treatment area.
The procedure is generally performed under local anaesthetic and generally takes around an hour, depending on the size of the areas being treated.
WHAT CAN I EXPECT AFTER THE PROCEDURE?
You may experience some bruising, swelling, and sensitivity following treatment. A cold compress can help minimise swelling, although it should subside gradually over time.
All swelling should subside within three weeks following treatment, although Dr September will generally only assess the final result after three months. By this time, some of the transplanted fat cells will have died, and any over-correction will have settled. Follow-up treatments may be recommended if you would like to increase the volume of the treatment areas some more.