TL;DR:
- Hand aging is caused by collagen and elastin loss, leading to thin, flabby skin.
- Lipotransfer rejuvenates hands by transplanting the patient’s fat tissue, which is safe, non-allergenic, and revitalizing due to natural stem cells.
- Procedure benefits: reduces body fat, restores hand smoothness, and provides long-lasting results.
- Procedure steps: fat extraction via liposuction, preparation in a centrifuge, injection into the hands.
- Requires basic blood tests, cessation of smoking, alcohol, aspirin, and caffeine before surgery.
- Minimally invasive, performed under local anesthesia, and lasts 30-90 minutes.
- Recovery: swelling may persist for weeks/months; gentle hand massage and compression bandages recommended.
- Contraindications: pregnancy, diabetes, heart disease, cancer, kidney failure, smoking, and menstruation.
- Safe with minimal rejection risk; results can last for years. Repeat every two months if needed.
Neat, smooth skin on the hands is an important part of one's appearance that improves self-esteem. Rejuvenation treatments usually focus only on the face, but it is the hands that are always visible and can be the cause of many complexes. You can't hide them under makeup or mask them with clothes. The causes of hand aging are always the same as for other areas of the body. As the skin ages, it loses precious collagen and elastin. These are two basic substances that strengthen the structure of the skin and make it smooth and firm. Their absence causes the skin to become flabby and thin, making it look older and less attractive.
Lipotransfer of the hands
With help comes ** lipotransfer, a process that allows the transplantation of the patient's fat** (an excellent filler material). The results can be both spectacular and last for a long time. This method uses fat tissue for aesthetic as well as therapeutic purposes. It has been used in aesthetic medicine for a minimum of 10 years. With the passage of time, the technique has been refined.
The use of the patient's own adipose tissue during hand lipolifting makes filler material completely safe, non-allergenic and easily assimilated. Besides, there are valuable stem cells in natural human fat tissue. They make it possible to stimulate the skin for revitalization. As a result, the skin of the hands looks young and smooth. aging hands Thus, Palm lipolifting is a procedure that provides a double benefit – reducing unwanted fat from other parts of the body (abdomen, thighs, hips) and giving the hands a youthful, fresh look. First, using liposuction techniques, fat is eliminated and the patient gains a slimmer figure. Then an appropriately prepared material is injected into the backs of the hands.
How to prepare for the procedure?
**The fat grafting procedure itself to the top of the hands does not require special preparation. However, before lipolifting and local anesthesia, basic blood tests (blood count, electrolytes, coagulation system) should be performed. These can be performed at any accredited laboratory. Blood tests must not be older than 14 days. Two days before the procedure, strong coffee, tea and alcohol should be avoided. Those who smoke cigarettes must stop smoking 14 days before the operation, as well as during the entire recovery period. A minimum of 7 days before surgery, aspirin should also not be consumed. Surgeries under local anesthesia are performed with what is known as premedication. The patient is given sedatives and drugs to lower the pain threshold. ** For 12 hours after taking them, there is an absolute prohibition on driving.** It is also recommended that the patient return home after surgery under the care of another person. Diet and medication recommendations are the same as for procedures under general anesthesia. The only deviation is that it is not necessary to be fasting.
What does the fat grafting procedure in the hands look like?
Palm fat transplantation is a minimally invasive procedure that does not require surgical intervention like traditional liposuction. It is performed under local anesthesia and does not require a long, agonizing recovery. ** Fat is taken from one part of the patient's body where there is excess fat (abdomen, thighs, etc.), and then properly prepared fat cells are inserted into the back of the skin of the hand.** Since the patient's tissue is used for the procedure, there is no risk of allergic reaction or rejection of the transplant by the body. The fat tissue contains living stem cells, which are distinguished by their great regenerative properties and make the transplanted tissues healthier, firmer, and better hydrated.
Lipotransfer procedure
The lipotransfer procedure is performed in 30 to 90 minutes and is not inconvenient for the patient. The lipolifting procedure is divided into 3 main stages:.
- Extraction of the patient's fat from the area where there is a sizable amount of fat, including the abdominal fold or thigh.
- Preparation of the extracted fat in a special centrifuge and removal of dead cells with excess fluid.
- Applying the previously prepared fat tissue into the back of the hand. This stage is performed with a thin needle, which greatly alleviates the discomfort of injecting the fat under the skin.
Is the procedure effective?
A single treatment includes all three stages, but the result obtained may diminish over time. The need for further treatments depends entirely on the patient's particular body. If the effect is not obtained for natural reasons (too little of the transplanted cells are absorbed), you can repeat the performance of lipotransfer until you get the desired effect. However, not more often than every two months. Contraindications for fat transplantation are pregnancy, diabetes, hypertension, heart disease, cancer, kidney failure, low body weight that prevents the collection of an adequate amount of fat tissue. Lipotransfer is also not recommended for cigarette smokers and women during menstruation.
Is the palm lipotransfer procedure safe?
Lipotransfer is a completely safe and effective method for body and facial contouring, while reducing local excess fat and filling defects in subcutaneous tissue. It is also a way to reduce signs of hand aging using autologous fat grafting. The natural filler in the form of the patient's own fat tissue means that there is no risk of an allergic reaction from the body or rejection of the tissue graft during the procedure. Stem cells contained in the transplanted fat produce cytokines that positively influence the production of blood vessels. This makes such a transplant a natural tissue unlike other fillers.
Is it worthwhile to perform lipotransfer hand procedure?
Fat is a natural filler material and is an ideal solution for those looking for an effective rejuvenation method. Thanks to the procedure, the skin of the hands can be restored to its lost smoothness and firmness. In addition, the results obtained last for many years, making it possible to forget about your problem of sagging hands for a long time.
How long does the recovery period last?
For each person, this is an individual issue and depends on the areas undergoing transplantation. ** Some patients are able to return to daily activities after just a week.** It also happens that swelling on the areas subjected to suction persists for longer. However, this should not be a cause for concern, as it is a natural reaction of the body, which disappears after a few months. Be sure to gently massage the hands into which the fat was applied. This allows you to soften any bumps and distribute larger conglomerates of transplanted tissue. The areas from which the fat tissue was taken should be tightly covered with a compression bandage or specially designed post-operative underwear.
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Conclusion
Hand rejuvenation through fat grafting offers a practical, long-lasting solution for aging skin. By using your own fat as a filler, this method revitalizes hands while slimming other body areas. The procedure is safe, minimally invasive, and free of allergenic risks. Proper preparation, adherence to post-treatment care, and understanding the process are key to achieving the best results. For youthful, smooth hands that boost confidence, palm lipotransfer is a reliable and effective choice. It’s an investment in both health and appearance, with benefits extending well beyond aesthetics.
