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Lipofilling Surgery Abroad 


The effects of the ageing process on the face causes the skin to become loose which gives rise to jowls and folds in the neck as well as a loss of soft tissue volume particularly in the cheek area due to drooping of the cheek fat. In contrast to the fullness of youth the face later in life can look gaunt with a sunken appearance in the region of the cheek bones and mid face.
Lipofilling (Fat transfer, fat grafting) is a cosmetic surgery technique used to create a permanent filler effect by moving fat from either the abdomen or thighs and re-injecting, usually into the face, to restore the volume in the cheek, chin, or improve wrinkles and ceases in the face. Fat grafts can also be used to add volume to other parts of the body: buttocks, breast,... 
The procedure at the glance
  • Procedure : is the technique of moving fat from one area of the body to another to improve contour, correct defects or enhance features.
  • Hospital stay : 2 nights (1night before + 1 night after the surgery)..
  • Length : 1 hour.
  • Anesthesia : twilight with local or general anesthesia
  • Side Effects : swelling, redness, discomfort.
  • Risks : infection,may need to be repeated.
    Stay in Tunisia : 5 nights = 2 nights at the clinic + 3 nights at the hotel. 
  • Recovery : back to work: immediately.
  • Result : 6 to 12 months until final result.