Lipofilling, also known as fat grafting or autologous fat transfer, is a surgical procedure that involves the transfer of fat from one area of the body to another. The procedure is commonly used in cosmetic and reconstructive surgery to enhance or restore volume in various parts of the body.

During a lipofilling procedure, fat is harvested from a donor site, typically areas with excess fat such as the abdomen, thighs, or buttocks, through a process called liposuction. The harvested fat is then processed to remove impurities and excess fluids. Finally, the purified fat cells are injected into the desired area that requires volume enhancement, such as the face, breasts, buttocks, or hands.

Lipofilling has gained popularity in cosmetic surgery because it offers a natural and long-lasting solution for adding volume and improving contour. It can be used to enhance facial features, fill in wrinkles and depressions, augment breasts or buttocks, and rejuvenate the hands, among other applications.

One of the advantages of lipofilling is that it uses the patient’s own fat, which reduces the risk of allergic reactions or rejection. Additionally, since it utilizes the patient’s own tissue, the results can potentially last longer compared to synthetic fillers. However, it’s important to note that not all of the injected fat may survive in the new location, and multiple sessions may be required to achieve the desired outcome.

It’s worth mentioning that while lipofilling is generally considered safe, like any surgical procedure, it carries some risks and potential complications. These may include infection, bleeding, asymmetry, contour irregularities, and overcorrection or under correction of volume.