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Recovery After Fat Transfer: Top Tips for Quicker Healing

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Many who are considering undergoing a procedure are often about what the period involves. Here, we will explain the recovery process in detail and hopefully put your mind at ease.

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What does a fat transfer procedure involve?

The fat normally lasts between 1 and 4 hours and is usually out under a general . Fat transfer may be with other types of procedures, such as a , and the harvested fat can be used for . Our nurses will provide you with a list of instructions before you arrive. Generally speaking, you should wear at our Baker Street clinic. Preferably that can be buttoned or zipped. This will help to when you get dressed after the . You should arrange for a adult escort to drive you home after you have had your fat transfer .

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The fat transfer takes place under TIVA anaesthesia. TIVA is a gentle, full anaesthesia with a much recovery profile and virtually no risk of post-operative sickness. Your will first perform to remove the fat from unwanted areas such as the , thighs, back or arms. This process involves inserting a cannula through small incisions no more than 3-4 mm long. The next step is for the surgeon to purify and the harvested fat tissue. Lastly, the fat is into the area you wish to enhance. 

How long do fat transfer results take to appear?

You will begin to see the procedure within 6 or 12 weeks when the swelling starts to fade, revealing the sculpting effect of the procedure. The fat transfer volume takes 3 and 6 months to show. This is because it takes time for the body to the ‘new’ fat to the blood supply. often has a recovery period with other types of fat transfer, such as .

You could lose 30-50% of the fat grafts, but there’s no need to be concerned as the for this loss to deliver your desired results. Also, it takes a few more weeks for the skin to to the new fat cells. It is this that makes your skin feel ‘natural’.

You may experience some minor pain and discomfort as the wears off. You will feel this around the areas treated. You should be able to manage the pain and discomfort using the pain medication prescribed by your surgeon. Any pain and discomfort will peak within the first 48 hours before subsiding.

Complete recovery times will vary between each patient and the type of fat transfer surgery. Usually, by the 6th month, most swelling should have faded, and the fat ‘grafts’ will have settled. This means that you can continue with your normal lifestyle activities. Your final follow-up will be scheduled between 6-8 months. This is when your surgeon will assess the outcome of your fat .

How long you need to take off work will depend on the nature of your fat . Most patients need 2 weeks off before going back. If you can work from home, however, you could feel well enough to do so following the first week of your procedure.

Also, the instructions will be different on the type of fat transfer procedure, and you should consider this when considering your return to work. For instance, for a , you should know that you cannot sit on your bottom for at least three weeks following the procedure and will need to use a BBL pillow when down.

Top tips for the best fat transfer recovery

You will be prescribed pain medication by your surgeon to help you through the recovery period. Taking these as directed is important, and you should avoid consuming them with alcohol or on an empty stomach. Also, do not take any other while you are – not without consulting your surgeon first.

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The fat grafts need to be given time and opportunity to and to the local blood supply. Your body may absorb 20-40% of fat cells during this process. The best way to protect the delicate fat cells and fat cell during the early period is to avoid applying direct to the treated area. The required recovery period is usually the first three weeks of recovery.

The volume of fat can be by keeping a stable body weight. Fluctuations in weight will alter the results of the surgery because the grafted fat acts just like other fat cells in the body. It is for this reason that our recommend that patients should only have this procedure after they have reached their ideal weight and can maintain it for the long term with a diet and lifestyle.

Your body needs enough time to after the fat procedure, so you should avoid activities for a few weeks. In addition, if you put too much pressure on your body too soon, it can harm fat cell viability, which may affect the results you are looking for. We recommend taking short walks as soon as you feel well enough because this will help with blood circulation, reduce the risk of blood clots, and help minimise post-surgical risks.

What are the benefits of fat transfer?

The fat transfer can provide many benefits. The main benefits of fat transfer are the extra volume given by the fat grafts and the of excess fat using liposuction. The has many other compared to treatments like and implants. This includes scarring, results, and the fact that using your own fat is – avoiding the risk of reactions.

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Is fat transfer worth it?

Many patients consider the fat transfer a solution for adding extra volume to the areas they want to . Fat is an entirely without silicone implants. Fat transfer surgery fewer risks compared with surgery. In addition to this, our cosmetic can remove fat from most parts of the body using before injecting it into other areas for volume enhancement. This makes fat grafting a highly treatment for solving various cosmetic concerns.

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