Lipofilling in Paris — Autologous fat grafting
Dr. STROUMZA ESCOFFIER practices lipofilling in clinics accredited for cosmetic surgery
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What is lipofilling?
Le lipofilling, also called lipostructureThis technique involves using fat taken from an area of the body where it is in excess and reinjecting it into another area of the body where it is lacking, for the purpose of filling and/or augmentation. This is called an autologous fat transfer.
This cosmetic or reconstructive surgery technique was developed for the face, and was subsequently used for the breasts, buttocks, genitals…
Lipofilling thus makes it possible to perform increases breast (breast lipofilling), of breast reconstructions after cancer, buttock augmentations (buttock lipofilling) but also calves and rod.
Progress of the intervention
Before a lipofilling
Consulting: 1 to 2 consultations with the plastic surgeon, +/- 1 consultation with the anesthesiologist
Tips: Stop smoking at least 3-4 weeks beforehand, stop taking anticoagulants (aspirin or NSAIDs) 10 days before the procedure
Signature documents (quote, informed consent), and taking pre-operative photographs
Reflection period: 15 days between the first consultation and the procedure
The intervention of lipofilling
Anesthesia: local with sedation or general
Duration of the intervention: Between 1 and 3 hours, depending on the amount of fat aspirated, the number of areas aspirated and the reinjection of the fat (lipofilling)
Hospitalization : Often possible on an outpatient basis (same-day discharge) or with one-night hospitalization (discharge the day after the procedure) depending on the extent of the liposuction.
Sequences and Results of lipofilling
Post-operative instructions : Wearing a compression garment (Lipopanty) for 1 months. Injection of anticoagulants such as Lovenox in cases of liposuction of the limbs or more than 4 areas
Removing the wires: No threads to remove as all threads are absorbable
Rest : 1 to 7 days.
Resumption of physical activities: Between 2 and 4 weeks
Resumption of professional activities: in some cases as early as the next day, or after 7 days of recovery.
Timeframe for final result: between 3 and 6 months most often, but sometimes up to 1 year after the procedure
Fee for the intervention
You will receive a quote at the first consultation.
The price includes hospitalization, operating room, anesthesia, surgeon, and surgical assistant fees.
Coverage may be available through social security for the following conditions: Tuberous breasts, breast asymmetry, breast reconstruction after breast cancer
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This article is for informational purposes only and does not replace a medical consultation.