- What is it for
- 1. In the breasts
- 2. In the glutes
- 3. On the face
- How is the application of the fat itself in the body
- How is recovery and healing
Fat grafting is a plastic surgery technique that uses the fat from the body itself to fill, define or give volume to certain parts of the body, such as breasts, butt, around the eyes, lips, chin or thighs, for example.
To perform this technique it is necessary to remove fat from other regions of the body where it is in excess, such as belly, back or thighs for example. For this, liposuction is performed that removes the localized fat from unwanted places and also helps to sculpt, refine and define the region where it is performed.
In addition to fat grafting, which helps to give volume to certain areas of the body, a similar and much sought after procedure is liposculpture, which uses localized fat to redistribute along the body contour, creating a more harmonious and aesthetically proportional silhouette. Learn more about what liposculpture is and how it is made.
Using the fat graft itself is a strategy performed by the plastic surgeon in hospitals, and its price varies greatly according to the type of surgery, the place where it is performed and the medical team that will perform the procedure.
What is it for
This technique is indicated for people who are dissatisfied with their appearance or with some region of their body. Some of the main indications are:
1. In the breasts
The grafting of the fat itself into the breasts can be done to increase the volume or soften the appearance of the silicone prosthesis, giving it a more natural appearance, or to correct small defects and asymmetries.
Learn about another plastic surgery that fights sagging breasts.
2. In the glutes
This technique is also indicated to increase the size of the glutes, correct asymmetries, differences in sizes or defects in the buttocks. It can also extend to the thighs for greater definition and volume.
Also know the gluteoplasty technique to increase the butt.
3. On the face
Used to smooth out wrinkles or expression lines on the face, such as the “Chinese mustache”, or to restore facial or cheek volume.
Check out other types of treatments that can also help fight wrinkles.
In addition, fat grafting can be done in any region of the body, and can even be used to enlarge or define the labia majora.
How is the application of the fat itself in the body
The use of body fat itself must be done by a plastic surgeon who will start by selecting and aspirating fat from certain parts of the donor body, such as the thighs or belly, for example, through liposuction.
After that, the collected fat is treated and purified to remove blood and other cell debris. When the fat is treated and ready, it will then be grafted into the desired region using fine needles, through microinjections.
The entire procedure is done under local anesthesia, with or without sedation, thus not causing pain or discomfort. Generally, only a few hours of hospitalization is needed, up to a maximum of 2 or 3 days.
How is recovery and healing
The recovery from fat grafting is quite rapid, and symptoms such as mild pain, minor discomfort, swelling or bruising are common. These symptoms usually disappear after 3 or 4 weeks, it is recommended to rest and avoid efforts in the first month of recovery.
The first 3 days of recovery can be the most painful, and in these cases the doctor may recommend taking analgesic drugs to relieve the pain and discomfort experienced.
