Facial liposuction

DO YOU WANT TO HAVE LIPOSUCTION ON YOUR FACE?

Liposuction of the lower face is a relatively simple and less invasive procedure than a full-fledged plastic surgery on the face and neck. Through this intervention, it is possible to remove a certain amount of fat that forms an aesthetic discomfort. In addition, facelift liposuction can eliminate sagging skin in the chin and neck area.

The procedure is especially effective for people in the age range up to 40 years old, although after that age it is possible to obtain significant results with liposuction in combination with additional rejuvenation techniques. It all depends on the degree of skin elasticity, which is very individual for people of different ages and genders. If you have excess skin, liposuction will not help, you need an intervention aimed at removing not fat, but excess tissue.

At our clinic in St. Petersburg the procedure of liposuction of the lower third of the face is performed by experienced plastic surgeons using the most modern equipment. In order for the procedure to be as comfortable as possible, patients are accommodated in comfortable rooms and operating rooms.

INDICATIONS AND CONTRAINDICATIONS FOR THE PROCEDURE

Liposuction to correct the facial oval and eliminate a double chin may be indicated:

• men and women over the age of 35;
• with a sufficient level of skin elasticity;
• unevenness of the skin relief in the facial area;
• appearance of fat deposits in the lower third of the face and on the neck.

Additional indications for liposuction can be determined by the plastic surgeon who performs the initial consultation and evaluation. The examination and evaluation of the overall condition is critical to determine if liposuction is contraindicated.

Among the key ones are:

• insufficient volumes of fat packs in the lower third of the face and other areas;
• flabbiness, insufficient elasticity of the skin in the area of intervention;
• weakening of the tone of the facial musculature;
• the appearance of very pronounced, deep expression lines;
• Various skin abnormalities in the facial area;
• pathologies of internal organs;
• any acute infections or exacerbation of chronic diseases;
• a severe degree of obesity;
• blood clotting disorder;
• autoimmune pathology;
• diabetes of any type;
• any kind of malignant tumors.

After examination and examination, the doctor may determine additional contraindications of a temporary or permanent nature.

LIPOSUCTION PREPARATION

Before the intervention, a consultation is required, during which the surgeon specifies the price of the intervention. The surgeon then marks out the areas of the face that will be affected and where excess fat must be removed. This may be the hyoid area, the corners of the lower jaw. Before the surgery, you must undergo blood and urine tests, consult with an anesthesiologist. The day before surgery you need to avoid junk food, blood thinning medications, smoking and alcohol. You must stop eating and drink 8-10 hours before the operation and 4-5 hours before the operation.

HOW FACIAL LIPOSUCTION WORKS

If it is only facial liposuction, it can be performed with local anesthesia. If the surgery is performed in combination with a facelift, then the doctor will prefer general anesthesia. The doctor selects the method of fat removal, depending on age and gender, the volume of intervention. In addition to the classic version of the operation is possible to conduct laser, waterjet, radiofrequency and other techniques. During a classic intervention, several incisions of about 4-8 mm in length are made in the behind-the-ear or chin area for the insertion of a cannula. The cannula is then inserted into the tissue with the help of instruments, compositions are fed through it, pumping out the fat deposits, which are broken down to the consistency of a suspension.

After the necessary amount of fat is removed, the plastic surgeon sutures the areas of the cuts, securing them with a special plaster. On average, the operation lasts about 1.5-3 hours, after which the patient is transferred to the ward for observation for 1-2 days.

REABILITATION

The rehabilitation period after facial and chin liposuction lasts several weeks. During the first 7 days the restrictions are the strictest. It is necessary to wear an elastic bandage at all times, which helps prevent skin deformation and edema formation. During the rehabilitation period, it is important to follow the recommendations given by the plastic surgeon. These include:

• refusal of active work, especially in the area of the upper body and neck and head;
• protection from ultraviolet rays, refraining from massages;
• a balanced diet that will prevent weight gain and fat deposition in the operated area;
• a close shave of the face (men).

THE EFFECT OF LIPOSUCTION SURGERY

The external effects after liposuction are not visible immediately after surgery, but as the swelling goes down and the tissue recovers. It is possible to assess the results after about three months, but the final results are visible after about six months, provided that the diet is maintained and hormonal imbalances are not detected.