How does a lipofilling treatment work?
The lipofilling treatment counteracts the natural ageing process. With age, the skin loses elasticity and wrinkles appear. A reduction in subcutaneous fatty tissue results in thinner skin. In lipofilling, autologous fat is used to inject wrinkles. Examples of suitable areas are the face, lips and hands.
Am I suitable for lipofilling?
A consultation takes place before the treatment. Your general state of health and medical background will be discussed here. The doctor will then decide whether you are suitable for treatment. During the consultation, you should give a detailed account of your medication use.
Which areas of the body are suitable for lipofilling?
The lipofilling treatment can be successfully applied to the buttocks, calves and ankles. The face and hands can also be treated. The treatment is carried out with autologous fat and rejection of the tissue by your body is therefore ruled out.
What can I expect after the lipofilling treatment?
You will be allowed to leave the clinic shortly after the treatment. Plasters will be applied to the treated areas. Some anaesthetic fluid may still leak out on the day of treatment. There may be slight bruising and swelling in the treated areas. This will disappear on its own within a few days or weeks.
What results can I expect from a lipofilling treatment?
Thanks to the lipofilling treatment, the facial volume is replenished. Wrinkles are reduced and the skin is better supplied with blood. The results of the treatment are visible after just a few days. The results will last for several years or even permanently. The exact duration depends heavily on your lifestyle. For example, smoking, alcohol consumption and weight fluctuations influence the duration of the results achieved.
Can I influence a beautiful result even before the treatment?
Do you smoke? You should stop smoking at least 6 weeks before your lipofilling treatment. This will benefit your health. In addition, the condition of your skin will improve and transplanted fat cells will have a better chance of growing in. The risk of a possible infection is also reduced. Avoid stress and stay as relaxed as possible on the day of treatment. If you are in good condition, recovery after the procedure will be quicker.
What can I do after the lipofilling treatment to achieve a good result?
You should avoid strenuous activity after the treatment. In addition, you should not subject the treated area to strong pressure. You should wait 6 weeks before massaging the treated area. Smoking is also not recommended.
Is lipofilling treatment painful?
The lipofilling treatment is carried out using local anaesthetics. You will not feel anything from the treatment itself. After the procedure, you may feel some pain and slight pressure in the treated area. Bruising and slight swelling are normal symptoms after lipofilling treatment. Occasionally there is an accumulation of fluid. This usually disappears within two to six weeks after the treatment. Areas where fat has been removed can be more painful than areas where fat has been injected. You can take painkillers to reduce the pain.
What are the advantages of lipofilling compared to other treatments?
Over the course of a lifetime, the skin on the face ages and the lips and cheeks lose volume. Lipofilling treatment compensates for the loss of volume and gives you a fresher appearance. By using your own fat, there is no risk of rejection by the body. The procedure leaves virtually no scars. In addition, certain growth factors from the fatty tissue have a positive influence on skin quality.
Are there any disadvantages to lipofilling treatment?
The treatment can be perceived as relatively drastic. The fatty tissue must first be removed from one area of your body and then injected again. The treated areas must also be locally anaesthetised. This can lead to temporary, visible swelling. Every cosmetic procedure harbours the potential for risks and complications.
Can a lipofilling treatment be carried out under general anaesthetic?
The lipofilling treatment is performed under local anaesthetic. A general anaesthetic is never used.
How does a lipofilling treatment work?
As a rule, fatty tissue is removed from the area around the knees and/or thighs. The treatment begins with a local anaesthetic. A liquid is injected into the area to be treated, which prevents blood from being sucked out. The fat is then suctioned out. The removed fatty tissue is purified using lipid apheresis and the dose is reduced. Finally, several injections are made into the desired area.
How long does a lipofilling treatment take?
Depending on the extent of the procedure, a lipofilling treatment takes an average of 1 to 2 hours. You can leave the clinic a few hours after the treatment and recover at home.
What alternatives are there to lipofilling?
Alternative treatment methods for firmer skin include Botox and filler treatments.
When is the result of lipofilling treatment optimal?
The final result of the lipofilling treatment cannot be seen immediately after the procedure. Initially, your skin will be swollen and the amount of stored fat cells will decrease in the first period after the treatment. The swelling and discolouration will disappear within a few weeks after the procedure. It takes several months to achieve the final result. Give your body time to recover from the treatment. The results are permanent. It goes without saying that lipofilling treatment cannot stop the natural ageing process.
What treatment costs should I expect?
The Acura medical centre uses a fixed price for a complete lipofilling treatment. The procedure uses autologous fat to rejuvenate the facial skin. The cost is €1,795.
What will I look like after the lipofilling treatment?
Lipofilling gives your face a fresher appearance. Your cheeks or another desired area will be given more volume. Your facial expression will not change and you will retain your natural look. During the consultation, we will explain what you can expect from the end result. You should be aware that lipofilling does not stop the natural ageing process. You can decide to have further treatment at a later date.
Lipofilling abroad or in the Netherlands?
The number of national and international beauty clinics is large. Making a choice is not easy. The Acura Medical Centre is known for its excellent quality and high customer satisfaction. You will have no communication problems at our clinic. In addition, our locations are easy to reach by public and private transport. For a successful treatment, it is important that you feel welcome and understood. For this reason, most people decide against treatment in Turkey.
When can I resume my daily work?
The doctor will explain the recovery process to you during the consultation. You should take it easy for the first two weeks after the operation. After two weeks, you will be able to resume most of your normal activities. However, you should not make any great efforts or engage in any intensive sport. After about six weeks, you will be able to do everything normally again.
What are the risks associated with lipofilling?
Despite the fact that complications are rare, every cosmetic procedure is associated with certain risks. With lipofilling treatment, there is a risk of bleeding, numbness, infection, thrombosis, allergic reactions and poor wound healing. It is very rare for fluid to accumulate. This then disappears automatically. Occasionally the result is not completely symmetrical. Is this the case for you? The difference can be corrected with a small correction.
Can I shower after the treatment?
You should relax on the day of the treatment. Your body needs time to recover from the procedure. You can take a gentle shower the day after the operation. You should avoid bathing and saunas for the first 6 weeks after the operation.
Is the lipofilling treatment the same for men and women?
The way in which fat is stored differs between the sexes. In men, fat is mainly stored in the abdomen and deep in the muscles. Women have a more superficial storage in the muscles. The lipofilling treatment is performed above the muscles. The result is therefore more pronounced in men. Existing lifebuoys are well suited for lipofilling treatment.
Do scars occur during lipofilling treatment?
The scars after lipofilling treatment are usually very small. The average size is around 0.5 centimetres. During the procedure, the doctor will do everything possible to hide the scars as much as possible. Immediately after the treatment, the scars are still reddish and slightly swollen. These symptoms disappear in the first few weeks after the procedure. A fresh scar often requires a longer recovery period. You should expect a period of up to one year. After that, you can consider using a scar cream. In addition, you should always protect scars well from the sun.
Can the lipofilling treatment be paid for in instalments?
Cosmetic procedures are often expensive. Reimbursement by health insurance is not a matter of course. Would you like to pay for your lipofilling treatment in instalments? To make this possible, the Acura Medical Centre works together with a credit provider. You are welcome to contact us for further information.
Does lipofilling have to be repeated?
After the treatment, the transplanted fat cells grow into the surrounding tissue. A minimal percentage of the transplanted fat cells do not take root. This limits both the amount of fat that can be transplanted per treatment and the increase in volume. You may be satisfied after just one treatment,
but you may need 2 or 3 treatments before the desired volume is achieved.
Is lipofilling treatment safe?
Lipofilling is a commonly used cosmetic treatment that is considered relatively safe. Of course, every medical treatment harbours a certain risk of side effects and complications. You should therefore have the lipofilling treatment performed by an experienced doctor. Temporary reactions such as bruising, swelling and sensitive skin disappear within a few days after the treatment.
How much fat is injected during lipofilling?
This will be discussed with you during the consultation. The amount of fatty tissue depends on the size of the area to be filled as well as your wishes and expectations. For example, a few millilitres are sufficient for the face, while a larger amount is required for treatment of the buttocks and/or breasts.
Is breast augmentation possible with lipofilling?
Yes, lipofilling is suitable for limited breast augmentation. The results look natural. The treatment is also known as breast augmentation with autologous fat.
How long are the results of lipofilling visible?
The results of lipofilling treatment are generally permanent. However, it is not possible to determine in advance what percentage of the transplanted fat cells will survive. The normal ageing process is not stopped by lipofilling treatment and continues even after the treatment. Large fluctuations in weight also influence the results of the treatment. We recommend a healthy and conscious lifestyle.
Where can I buy robust compression clothing?
For a successful outcome of the lipofilling treatment, you should wear compression garments shortly after the treatment and during recovery. The doctor treating you will contact you about this. You are free to decide what you want to wear and where to buy it. There are several online shops with a large selection. You should buy at least two items so that you can wash your clothing regularly.
Why should I opt for lipofilling instead of implants for breast augmentation?
Lipofilling has several advantages over implants. With lipofilling, excess fatty tissue is removed from problem areas such as the abdomen, thighs and hips. Precisely because lipofilling uses the body's own material, the risk of side effects is extremely low. With implants, there is always a risk of an allergic reaction to the material used. The results can also look unnatural. Lipofilling is a safe alternative.
Can I drink alcohol after lipofilling treatment?
Give your body enough time to recover from the procedure. Limit your alcohol consumption in the first 24 to 48 hours after the procedure to avoid a higher risk of unpleasant side effects and complications.
33 Does smoking affect the outcome of lipofilling treatment?
A recovering body depends on good blood circulation. It is known that smoking has a negative effect on blood circulation. You should therefore stop smoking a few weeks before the treatment and continue to refrain from smoking for a few weeks after the treatment. Smoking increases the risk of infection and accelerates the ageing process of the skin.
Which cosmetic treatments can lipofilling be combined with?
Lipofilling can be a small part of a comprehensive cosmetic treatment. The treatment is increasingly seen as a so-called "finishing touch" to classic treatments. Lipofilling can be combined with a mini-lift, a MACS lift, a Eyelid correctionan eyebrow lift, as well as a nose or chin correction. Depending on your wishes and expectations, the doctor will suggest a combination of treatments for an optimal result.
Can I take my medication as usual before the lipofilling treatment?
Depending on the type of medication, it may affect treatment and healing. To avoid complications, you will be asked about possible medications during the consultation. It is best to take the packaging of the medication with you to the consultation. The doctor will give you instructions on the correct application before treatment. Blood-thinning medication in particular regularly causes problems during and after the operation. In this case, you must stop taking them a few days before the planned lipofilling treatment. The doctor will let you know when you can resume taking your medication as normal.
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