Is Fat Transfer in the UK Safe?

Posted by Mr. Sultan Hassan on January 15th, 2018

A fat transfer procedure is typically performed alongside breast enlargement and buttock augmentation surgeries. Fat is removed one area of the body (such as the abdomen) and then transferred to the backside or the chest area. The fat primarily acts as the filler instead of implants. The result can be more natural-looking, and since the fat is organic to the patient’s body, there is a very low chance of his or her system rejecting it. Fat transfer can also be done for people who want to add volume to some parts of their face to achieve a more youthful look. Compared to other options such as silicone implants, fat as a natural filler is mostly safer. 

All cosmetic procedures have potential risks, but this does not necessarily mean that they are unsafe. If you are healthy, the risk of complications after surgery should be minimal. It’s normal to experience soreness, swelling, and some discomfort after the procedure, but your surgeon will provide you with post-surgery care guidelines. To address the pain and possible complications, surgeons prescribe antibiotics and even painkillers. The bruising and swelling in the area where fat was extracted can last for a week. That's why patients are advised to avoid extreme activities during the healing period.

The key is to choose a doctor with years of experience in performing fat transfer procedures in the UK. You also have to consult your general physician before deciding to undergo this surgery—especially if you have allergies. You must experience several tests before being cleared to undergo such a procedure.

Take your time in finding the right fat transfer surgeon in the UK. If you are already considering a particular doctor or clinic, make sure to do further research about them. Find out what previous patients are saying about their experience and whether they are satisfied or not. This is easier to do than ever, thanks to online reviews and social media.

About the Author:

Elite  Surgical  is  a  leading  healthcare  provider  of  both  cosmetic  surgical  and  non-surgical  treatments with  clinics  in  London,  Birmingham,  Cardiff,  Milton  Keynes,  Liverpool  and  Yorkshire.  Elite Surgical is led by the Award Winning expert Consultant Plastic Surgeon, Mr. Sultan Hassan FRCS (Plast) who has been featured in programs on Channel 4, Sky, ABC in the USA, BBC Radio and in various magazines. Elite Surgical is committed to giving its patients unrivalled care throughout their journey both before and after any treatment or surgery. Since being established in 2012, Elite Surgical has quickly grown to become   known   as   a   provider   of   the   highest   quality   services   to   its   patients   with   fantastic customer/patient satisfaction, patient safety and excellence in patient outcome, at its core.