What is facial liposuction
Liposuction allows the local volume of fat tissue in certain areas of the face to be reduced. Unlike overall weight loss, the procedure targets a specific selected zone and is used to change its contours.
Fat removal from the face may be performed in the area of the chin, the lower part of the cheeks and other areas. It is important to take into account the condition of the skin: after the volume of subcutaneous tissue is reduced, the skin must adapt to the new contours.
Facial liposuction is not a universal method for correcting all age-related or aesthetic changes. For example, with pronounced excess and sagging of the skin, the surgeon may recommend a different type of procedure or a combination of several methods.
To correct other areas of the body, the medical center may also consider leg and thigh liposuction, neck and chin liposuction and arm liposuction.
Indications for facial liposuction
The procedure may be recommended for localized fat deposits that change the proportions of the face and are not sufficiently corrected by reducing overall body weight.
Possible indications include:
- local accumulations of subcutaneous fat
- excess volume in the cheek area
- fat deposits in the chin area
- an insufficiently defined jawline due to a local excess of fat tissue
- a disproportionate volume of the lower third of the face
- a desire to correct the contours when there are medical indications for surgery.
A consultation with a doctor is required before the procedure. The specialist assesses the thickness of the subcutaneous fat, the elasticity of the skin and other anatomical features.
Liposuction of the cheeks and chin is not suitable for every patient. If the change in the facial oval is mainly associated with sagging skin, features of the bone structure or other causes, removing fat tissue may not provide the expected result.
Types of facial liposuction
The method of performing the operation is chosen by the surgeon taking into account the correction area, the volume of fat tissue and the condition of the skin.
Traditional liposuction
In traditional surgical liposuction, a thin cannula is inserted through small accesses, with which the doctor removes the necessary volume of fat tissue.
Precision of correction is especially important when working with the face. Excessive removal of subcutaneous fat can negatively affect the natural proportions, so the extent of the procedure is calculated individually.
Laser liposuction
Laser liposuction involves the use of laser energy in the process of acting on the fat tissue. The possibility of using this technology depends on the indications and is determined by the plastic surgeon.
You should not choose between the traditional and laser techniques on your own. The doctor recommends an option after assessing the tissues and the anticipated result.
How the facial liposuction procedure is performed
Preparation begins with a consultation. The plastic surgeon examines the face, identifies zones of local fat deposits and discusses the possible result with the patient.
Before the operation, diagnostics and the necessary laboratory tests are prescribed. The list of tests depends on the state of health and the extent of the procedure.
The procedure is performed using a suitable type of anesthesia. Through small surgical accesses, the doctor treats the selected areas and removes the necessary amount of subcutaneous fat.
The duration of the operation is determined by the number of zones and the extent of the correction. After the procedure is completed, the patient remains under medical observation for a certain time.
It is important to understand that the final contour of the face cannot be assessed immediately after the procedure because of postoperative swelling.
Rehabilitation after facial liposuction
In the first days after the operation, swelling, bruising, tissue sensitivity and moderate discomfort are possible. These manifestations gradually decrease during healing.
After liposuction, it is necessary to follow the surgeon’s recommendations for caring for the treatment area. In some cases, the doctor may recommend a special compression bandage.
During the recovery period, intense physical activity and influences that can injure the operated tissues are limited. The time of return to work depends on the extent of the operation and the individual response of the body.
The result becomes more noticeable as the swelling decreases. The final assessment is made after the tissues have recovered and adapted to the changed volume.
The cost of facial liposuction at the Helyos medical center depends on the number of zones, the chosen method, the extent of the surgical procedure and other components of treatment. The exact price is determined after a consultation with the doctor.
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How is the consultation going?
The duration depends on the number of zones treated and the extent of the procedure. The exact time is determined by the surgeon after drawing up the surgical plan.
The initial changes are noticeable after the pronounced swelling subsides. More time is required for the final recovery of the tissues.
Small surgical accesses are needed to perform the procedure. After healing, the marks usually become less noticeable, but their formation cannot be completely ruled out.
In some cases, this is possible. The advisability and safety of combining several procedures is assessed by the doctor individually.
With a stable body weight, the result can last for a long time. At the same time, weight gain and natural age-related changes can affect the contours of the face.
Yes. When there are indications, the procedure can be performed on men. The method of correction is chosen taking into account individual anatomy.
You need to have a consultation with a plastic surgeon and undergo the prescribed examinations, as well as follow the doctor’s recommendations for preparation.
There is no universal age. The decision depends on the indications, the condition of the skin, the nature of the fat deposits and the patient’s general health.
