Facial Liposuction

The duration of this procedure is usually between 30 minutes to one hour, during which several grams of fat are removed from the cheek, chin, and neck areas. Even these small changes can make your face look younger and more attractive.

In the facial VASER Lipo method, ultrasonic waves are used to remove fat and stimulate fibroblast cells to produce collagen. These waves, by creating collagen production in the septa and stimulating tissues, will cause the facial skin to tighten. One of the advantages of this method is that due to the stimulation of collagen production, the likelihood of fat returning after the procedure significantly decreases.

There are 4 methods for facial surgery and liposuction of this area. These 4 methods include the VASER method, laser, UltraZ, and Lipomatic. You can read the descriptions of each method below.

Generally, to perform facial liposuction, the following steps are necessary. Of course, some steps may vary depending on the surgical method, but the general steps are as follows:

• Initial Consultation: Before the surgery, the patient must consult with a plastic surgeon or cosmetic surgeon. In this session, the surgeon examines the patient’s physical condition and asks about their goals for the surgery. Additionally, photographs of different facial areas may be taken.
• Preparation for Surgery: The patient must follow specific instructions from their surgeon for pre-surgical preparation. These instructions may include discontinuing certain medications, abstaining from alcohol or smoking, and maintaining a proper diet.
• Anesthesia: At this stage, the patient receives general or local anesthesia. In some cases, local anesthesia is used along with a sedative so that the patient is numb and does not feel pain during the surgery.
• Incisions and Cannula Insertion: The surgeon makes small incisions in different areas of the face (usually under the chin, along the jawline, on the cheeks, or other facial areas). Through these incisions, a special cannula (thin tube) is inserted, which helps to remove excess fat from the subcutaneous tissue. 
• Fat Removal: Excess fat is gradually removed from the facial tissues through the cannula.
• Closing the Incisions: After the fat is removed, the incisions are carefully closed. In most cases, stitches are not needed, and the surgeon may use dissolvable sutures that absorb on their own.

After the surgery, the patient must spend some time recovering. The final results of the surgery are usually visible after several weeks to several months, as swelling and bruising must completely subside. To ensure the success of your procedure and to avoid complications, be sure to have this procedure performed by the best cosmetic surgeon in Tehran or surrounding cities and do your research thoroughly before doing it.

Facial liposuction, like abdominal and flank liposuction, brow lift surgery, facelift, rhinoplasty, and other cosmetic procedures, may not be suitable for everyone. If you fall into one of the following groups, you may be a good candidate for this procedure:

• Individuals aged 20 to 50 years.
• Healthy individuals without medical problems.
• Individuals who have a double chin.
• Individuals who have not been able to eliminate their double chin through diet and exercise.
• Individuals who have abundant fatty tissue in the neck area.
• Individuals whose neck and facial skin has loosened/sagged.
• Individuals for whom other methods for eliminating facial and neck fat have not been effective.
•  Individuals who do not smoke or use tobacco.

People under 20 years of age, those with underlying diseases and problems such as immune system deficiencies, seizure disorders, cardiac arrhythmias, or diabetes, as well as smokers, should avoid this surgery.

Facial liposuction usually takes about 2 hours, and this duration will vary depending on the amount of excess fat and its structure. If neck liposuction is combined with another procedure, the operation time will be longer. The patient can usually be discharged 4 to 5 hours after the operation. For preparation before neck liposuction, observing the following points is essential:

• Discontinue medications such as aspirin and ibuprofen at least one week before the procedure (and for two weeks after it).
• Avoid consuming drugs and alcohol one week prior to the procedure.
• Inform your doctor and surgeon about your medical and treatment history.

• Do not consume Vitamin E at least one week before the procedure.
• Avoid eating and drinking from midnight before the operation.

By following these tips, you can improve the treatment process, achieve the desired result, and have a shorter recovery period after surgery.

Adhering to post-operative care is of great importance for achieving better results and accelerating recovery after face and neck liposuction surgery.

• Take painkillers and antibiotics as prescribed by your doctor.
• Avoid taking aspirin for seven days after surgery.
• Change the facial dressing and gently wash it twice a day.
• Avoid strenuous physical activities and intense exercises for one week after the procedure.
• In case of symptoms such as shortness of breath, nausea, vomiting, severe headache, or any abnormal reaction, immediately contact your doctor.
• Use an ice pack during the first 48 hours after the operation to reduce facial bruising and swelling.
• Keep your head elevated during the first week while sleeping (it is best to use two to three pillows for sleeping).

Finally, in the first week after surgery, the head should be kept elevated while sleeping.

Excess body fat may be reduced with the help of exercise or diet, but fat accumulated in the face usually does not easily disappear with these methods. However, by using facial liposuction, fat can be permanently and optimally removed from the face in the shortest possible time. In this section, some of the most important advantages of facial liposuction are presented:

• Facial liposuction helps create a beautiful angle in the jaw and jawline.
• This method may improve the neck contour and create a more attractive appearance.
• Facial liposuction surgery does not require a long recovery period.
• Scars and incisions are not visible after the procedure.

Doctors in cosmetic clinics must use advanced and modern devices to perform facial suction. To learn more about how the devices work, their advantages and disadvantages, and to review different fat removal plans, you can benefit from the consulting services of Dr. Ghorabi Cosmetic Surgeon Clinic.

Most people who intend to undergo facial liposuction to remove fat may be concerned about the side effects of this procedure. As with all surgeries and cosmetic procedures, there is a possibility of complications. In the case of facial liposuction, most side effects are temporary and mild. Some of the side effects of this surgery include the following:

• Temporary inflammation and bruising in the face and neck areas
• Restriction in neck and facial movement
• Risk of infection and bleeding
• Unevenness in the skin surface
• Possibility of burns if laser is used improperly
• Feeling of pain in the treated area
• Temporary numbness
• Damage to nerves in the treated area

By choosing a reputable clinic or office, these complications are minimized. Such centers use high-quality medical equipment and devices from reputable companies; therefore, be extremely careful when choosing a surgeon.

Facial liposuction is a procedure for removing localized fat and is performed in reputable beauty clinics to improve appearance, lift sagging, and reduce facial wrinkles. For this cosmetic procedure, do not forget to consult a specialist doctor. Choosing an experienced doctor and performing the procedure in a reputable clinic reduces complications and guarantees the health and beauty of your face. 

At Dr. Ghorabi’s clinic, you can benefit from pre-operative consultation services and have this procedure performed with confidence by an experienced physician.