Facial lipofilling
Operation Description
Facial lipofilling, also known as lipo transfer and facial liposculpture, is a minimally invasive aesthetic procedure during which irregularities are corrected and lost facial volume is replenished using the patient's fatty tissue.
This procedure is performed by taking fatty tissue from areas of the body where it is most abundant, typically the abdomen, hips, and inner thighs. The extracted fat is meticulously processed and purified before being injected into the face. Various facial structures can be reshaped through facial lipofilling, making it an excellent method for restoring lost contours.
If you wish to enhance facial volume and are interested in the facial lipofilling procedure, schedule a consultation at Colić Special Hospital at +38169 3699801. One of our expert doctors will discuss the details of the procedure with you and help you make an informed decision.
Candidates
Anyone looking to naturally rejuvenate and refresh their facial appearance can be an ideal candidates for facial lipofilling. Additionally:
- Individuals wanting to reduce signs of facial aging such as wrinkles and sagging skin
- Those seeking to improve the appearance of eyelids
- Individuals wanting to address under-eye circles
- Those looking to highlight cheekbones or lift sagging cheeks
- Individuals aiming to improve and accentuate jawline contours
- Those interested in lip augmentation through lipofilling
Preparation
Facial lipofilling can be performed under local anesthesia, or depending on the extent of the procedure and the patient's preference, in short intravenous sedation. It is recommended to quit smoking one month before the surgery and stop taking aspirin and herbal supplements that may affect blood clotting two weeks before the procedure.
Operation time
Facial rejuvenation with fatty tissue begins with aspiration, the extraction of fatty tissue used for lipofilling. Once the fat is extracted, it undergoes processing to remain vital, ensuring successful tissue transfer. The fat is processed to different densities depending on the facial regions for which it will be used. After the fatty tissue is ready, facial lipofilling begins.
The duration of the procedure depends on the amount of fat that needs to be transferred and can range from 1 to 3 hours.
Recovery
Immediately after facial lipofilling, you can resume daily activities. Expected symptoms include mild redness, swelling, bruising, and a sensation of tightness or tingling, which are short-lived and are anticipated to subside within 1-2 days. Besides the facial area, where the fat is transferred, minor bruising and swelling may occur in the areas from which the fatty tissue was taken.
During recovery, it is advisable to avoid aggressive cosmetics and makeup on the face. Intense physical activity, prolonged sun exposure, swimming, sauna use, and pressure on the face should also be avoided.
Safety precautions
Facial lipofilling is performed using the patient's fatty tissue. When transferred from one part of the body to the facial area, the body recognizes and accepts these fats as its own. Therefore, this procedure carries no specific risks, especially when performed by experienced medical professionals, as is the case at Colić Special Hospital.
Results of lipofilling usually become most apparent after approximately 6 months to a year. It's important to note that in procedures involving fatty tissue, including lipofilling, there is a chance that a certain percentage of the fat may not survive the transfer. This is a normal process, and sometimes, a repeat intervention may be necessary to achieve longer-lasting results. Repeating facial lipofilling is possible after 6 months.
Price
For facial liposculpture, the cost at Colić Hospital ranges from €1500 to €2000. The exact price depends on the quantity of fatty tissue to be transferred. Services included in the price are:
- preoperative examination by an anesthesiologist,
- the procedure itself,
- a short stay in the hospital,
- necessary medications,
- and postoperative check-ups.
Services not included in the procedure's cost are the initial examination with the doctor, blood and ECG test results, examinations by a specialist outside the hospital, costs before admission to the hospital, phone charges, and medications that the patient uses at home before or after the procedure.
Refer to the exact price list for all services provided by Colić Hospital.