Fat Transfer
Fat transfer, also known as lipofilling or fat injection, is a minimally invasive procedure that uses the body’s own fat to correct lost volume, smooth wrinkles, and improve facial and body contours. This procedure offers a natural method of rejuvenation and contouring by harvesting fat cells from one area of the body and injecting them into another.
Why a Fat Transfer?
Fat transfer can be beneficial for several reasons:
- Natural results: Using the body’s own fat tissue ensures a smooth and natural rejuvenation.
- Permanent solution: Unlike synthetic fillers, fat transfer offers long-lasting results.
- Versatility: Can be used to restore volume to the face, hands, breasts, buttocks, and other body areas.
- Improved skin quality: The injected fat contains stem cells that can improve skin quality and texture.
Important Information
Duration
Approx. 1-2 hours
Recovery Time
1-2 weeks until social ability
Anesthesia
Local anesthesia or general anesthesia
Cost
Individually depending on the case
Other Treatments
Facelift, lip filler, dermal filler, botulinum toxin
The Intervention
Fat transfer is usually performed under local anesthesia with sedation or general anesthesia and involves several steps:
- Fat harvesting: Fat is removed from a donor area of the body (e.g., abdomen, hips, or thighs) through a small liposuction procedure.
- Fat processing: The harvested fat is cleaned and processed to obtain pure fat cells for injection.
- Fat injection: The processed fat is injected into the desired areas using fine cannulas to add volume and smooth wrinkles.
Advantages of Fat Transfer
After the Operation
Slight swelling and bruising are normal after surgery and usually subside within a few days to weeks. Most patients are able to return to social activities after about a week. The final results are visible after a few weeks, when the swelling has completely subsided.
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Questions & Answers
Is fat transfer a safe method for volume augmentation?
Yes, the procedure uses the body’s own fat, which minimizes the risk of rejection and is considered a safe alternative to synthetic fillers.
How long do the results of a fat transfer last?
The results are generally long-lasting, as the transplanted fat embeds itself in the new tissue. However, some of the fat is eliminated by the body, which is why follow-up adjustments are possible.
Is there any downtime after a fat transfer?
A short recovery period is usually required, and slight swelling or bruising may occur. However, most patients are able to return to social activities within a few days.
How does fat transfer differ from other volume treatments such as hyaluronic acid?
While hyaluronic acid and other fillers are synthetic and are broken down by the body over time, fat transfer offers a natural and longer-lasting solution.
Does health insurance cover the costs of a fat transfer?
As a rule, the costs for aesthetic procedures such as fat transfer are not covered by health insurance.