What is lipofilling in cosmetic surgery?

Aging causes the skin to slacken as the fatty tissues that make up the skin melt away. Lipofilling is the best solution for permanently filling hollow areas of the face, treating dark circles and erasing wrinkles. This procedure involves injecting fat previously aspirated from another area of the patient’s body (known as autologous fat).The areas to be filled are determined on a case-by-case basis, according to the needs of each patient and the area of the face concerned There are several types of lipofilling:

Volumizing lipofilling

This technique fills the lack of volume in the patient’s face, restoring the skin’s firm, elastic appearance.

Anti-wrinkle lipofilling

Injections of fat around the mouth, near the eyes, around the nose or on the forehead help to repair skin breaks such as wrinkles.

Anti-wrinkle lipofilling is usually performed at the same time as volumizing lipofilling, blepharoplasty or a facelift of the oval and neck area, in order to achieve an even, harmonious result.

Nano-lipofilling

Nano-lipofilling is an innovative technique based on the specific treatment of fat taken from the patient. The aim is to extract stem cells and growth factors from the fat. These cells regenerate the dermis, improving skin texture and radiance.l

Lipofilling produces effective, definitive results soon after the operation (definitive results are seen 3 to 6 months after the procedure). It is important to note that there is no risk of rejection by the body, as the fat administered comes directly from the patient’s own body. This technique ensures a natural, radiant result.

Who can benefit from lipofilling?

Lipofilling is for anyone wishing to rejuvenate or beautify their face. This technique treats sagging skin and reshapes facial volumes. There is no age limit for lipofilling, which is open to all adults over 18. Although the procedure is best known as a treatment for facial aging, lipofilling can also be used to sculpt the face. It’s an effective solution for patients who want to redefine the shape of their features in a natural way. For men and women of all ages, lipofilling ensures natural, permanent results.

Will I have trouble sleeping after lipofilling?

After a lipofilling procedure, patients are advised not to sleep on the treated area. For this reason, after facial lipofilling, it is recommended not to touch or rub the face, and to sleep on the back. Patients should avoid excessive movement during sleep, to avoid irritating the operated area. A few weeks after the operation, patients can sleep normally again, in any position they wish.