Lipofiling – also called 'free fat transfer' or fat grafting – is a procedure that uses one's own body fat instead of implants (or other artificial materials) to achieve certain body shapes. It is a very effective procedure because it is not very invasive and produces natural results. Approximately 60% of the transplanted fat remains permanently. Fuller and rounder feminine shapes can be obtained through liposculpture (extensive liposuction of the abdomen and flanks) and lipofilling (and re-injection of this fat) to the buttocks and hips.
The fat used for fat grafting can be extracted from any part of the body - such as the abdomen or thighs - through liposuction, and will then be injected where needed.
The removal of fat from the body is usually done under local anesthesia. If it is combined with other procedures, it will usually be done under general anesthesia. The method used by Dr. Doornaert is called the Coleman method.
It is also possible to combine your hip augmentation with a buttock augmentation. But we want to warn you: it can be very uncomfortable because after these procedures you will only be able to sleep on your stomach.
Do you want more information? Curious what we can do for you? Dr Doornaert will be happy to explain all this during a personal conversation.