During lipofilling, small incisions of less than 1 cm are made in the abdomen or inner thigh to harvest fat using a low-pressure liposuction technique. The harvested fat is then re-injected into targeted areas of the face through tiny 3–4 mm stab incisions covered with Steri-strips.
Length
Lipofilling alone takes between 45 minutes and 1 hour. Patients remain at the hospital for a few hours afterward to monitor for excessive bruising or swelling.
Pre-operative Advice
Smokers should refrain from smoking at least six weeks before and two to four weeks after surgery to reduce the risk of complications and re-absorption. Aspirin and other anti-inflammatory drugs should be avoided for at least one week before and after surgery to reduce bleeding and bruising.
