Lipofilling
Lipofilling in Yerevan, Armenia involves the transplantation of fat from areas where it is in excess (thighs, abdomen, lower back) to regions with insufficient volume (face, arms, chest, or buttocks). It is a safe, well-tolerated procedure that offers a stable, long-lasting, and most importantly, natural-looking result.
Indications for Lipofilling:
- Performed in the presence of irregular facial contours or volume deficiencies in certain areas.
- For those seeking a durable, long-term enhancement.
- To improve body contours, correct scars, fill depressions, and rejuvenate the hands and face.
- For reshaping, augmentation, or smoothing the contours of breast implants.
Lipofilling in Yerevan, Armenia: Advantages and Disadvantages
Here are the three main benefits and limitations to consider when evaluating lipofilling:
Advantages:
- Unlike artificial fillers, it is based on the principle of “like replaces like,” reducing the likelihood of allergic reactions or rejection.
- The outcome is natural in appearance, long-lasting, and safe.
- Using your own fat provides a minimally invasive, non-traumatic way to rejuvenate the face.
Disadvantages:
- Harvesting and processing fat takes longer compared to using ready-made dermal fillers.
- Multiple sessions may be needed for noticeable breast or buttock enhancement.
- Swelling may be more pronounced than with traditional fillers but generally resolves within 7–14 days.
Lipofilling of the Face
Indicated for: wrinkles, deep nasolabial folds, tear trough deformities, crow’s feet, post-acne scars, sunken cheeks, forehead contour irregularities, vertical lip lines, chin creases, mandibular hollows, and volume loss in the upper eyelid region.
Breast Augmentation with Lipofilling
Ideal for: mild volume increase, when the breast has good shape and skin tone.
Not recommended for: sagging breasts, problematic skin, or when a significant size increase is desired, due to the large fat volume required.
Breast Implants Combined with Lipofilling
Used for contour refinement after breast implant surgery. Lipofilling can help create a smoother silhouette and optimize shape.
Breast Reconstruction via Fat Transfer
Suitable for correcting post-lumpectomy defects or as part of a multi-stage total breast reconstruction after mastectomy (typically 2–4 sessions required for adequate volume).
Buttock Augmentation (“Brazilian Lift”)
Ideal for those seeking fuller, rounder buttocks without implants. Liposuction is used to harvest fat and sculpt the surrounding areas.
Hand Rejuvenation
Lipofilling restores lost volume, smooths wrinkles, and reduces the visibility of veins and tendons.
How Lipofilling is Performed in Yerevan, Armenia
Fat is harvested from a donor site using local anesthesia and a cannula. It is then processed—via centrifugation or filtration—to remove impurities, before being re-injected using microcannulas. The fat is deposited gradually and precisely into the target area in small parcels. Post-injection massage helps refine contour and even distribution.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Will incisions leave visible scars?
Incisions are small and usually hidden. Scarring depends on the surgeon’s technique and your skin type. Hyperpigmentation or hypopigmentation can occur in some cases. - Am I a good candidate?
- Are my expectations realistic?
- Do you have before-and-after photos I can view?
- How many similar procedures have you performed?
- Where will the surgery be done, and how long does it last?
- Will the scars be noticeable?
- What type of anesthesia will be used?
- When can I return to my normal activities?
- What are the risks and possible complications?
- What if the results don’t meet expectations?
Before the Procedure
- Stop smoking at least six weeks prior to reduce risks of poor healing or scarring.
- Avoid aspirin, NSAIDs, vitamins, and homeopathic remedies that increase bleeding risk.
- Stay well-hydrated before and after surgery to support healing.
Recovery & Postoperative Care
- Swelling and bruising peak in the first week.
- Bruising fades in the second week, with some swelling persisting.
- By day 20, appearance improves significantly. Makeup may be used to camouflage residual signs.
- Final results are visible once swelling resolves, though subtle swelling may last several weeks.
Duration of Results
Results are immediate but continue to improve as fat cells integrate and new blood supply is established.
Microlipofilling offers higher fat survival rates but may take longer to perform.
Some grafted fat may not survive, so touch-ups are sometimes needed.
Limitations & Risks
Lipofilling is generally safe, but like any surgery, it has potential risks, including:
- Anesthesia-related reactions
- Hematoma or seroma
- Infection
- Sensory changes
- Scarring
- Allergic reactions
- Damage to nearby structures
- Unsatisfactory results requiring revision
