Facial liposuction is a minimally invasive surgery that reshapes the face by removing excess fat. It aims to improve facial contours, eliminate local obesity, and enhance the overall three-dimensionality of the face. With the increasing demand for facial contouring, facial liposuction technology has gradually become the choice of many people seeking beauty. This article will analyze in detail the fat areas that can be removed by facial liposuction, the principles of the operation, the effects and safety, etc., to help readers fully understand this operation.
1. Suitable areas for facial liposuction
Facial liposuction is usually performed on areas with high fat accumulation. Common liposuction sites include:
1. Mandibular angle area
Fat accumulation in the mandibular angle is one of the main manifestations of facial obesity in many people, which often causes the facial contour to appear not sharp or obvious enough. Liposuction in the mandibular angle area can effectively remove excess fat, improve facial lines, make the jaw more three-dimensional, and make the neck curve clearer.
2. Double Chin Area
A double chin is an area of facial fat accumulation that is common in middle-aged and elderly people, but may also occur in young people. Removing excess fat under the chin through liposuction can not only enhance the clarity of the jaw, but also improve the overall facial contour, making the face more refined.
3. Cheeks (below the apple muscles)
Cheek fat plays an important role in facial contour. For patients with more cheek fat pads or fat accumulation, cheek liposuction can improve the fat distribution on the face and restore the three-dimensional sense. Excessive fat in this area often makes the face look bloated. Liposuction can reduce these accumulated fat and achieve a slimming effect.
4. Cheek fat pad
Cheek fat pads are usually located in the middle of the face and are closely related to the overall contour of the face. Too much cheek fat pad will make the facial lines appear unclear and the face appear heavy. Liposuction surgery can effectively remove this part of fat, optimize facial lines, and improve the overall beauty of the face.
5. Fat around the lower eyelids
Some people also have fat accumulation around the lower eyelids, forming the so-called "eye bags". Facial liposuction can remove fat in this area, restore the brightness of the eyes, and make the eyes look more lively.
6. Temple fat
Although there is relatively little fat accumulation in the temple area, for people who have high requirements for facial contours, the fat in the temples may also affect the overall harmony of the face. Removing fat in this area by liposuction can enhance the facial lines and make the face more refined.
2. The surgical principle of facial liposuction
Facial liposuction surgery usually uses minimally invasive liposuction technology to suck out excess fat through a tiny needle or catheter. Before the operation, the doctor will develop a personalized surgical plan based on the patient's facial structure and fat distribution.
The basic procedure of the surgery is as follows:
Anesthesia : Local anesthesia is administered to the surgical area to ensure that the patient does not feel pain during the procedure.
Incision Design : Depending on the area of liposuction, tiny incisions are made on the face, usually short in length and hidden in the natural wrinkles.
Fat suction : The fat in the target area is sucked out through a special liposuction tube. The fat suction process needs to be precisely controlled to avoid excessive liposuction or uneven liposuction.
Recovery : After the operation, the doctor will perform local bandaging and care to help recovery according to the situation.
The diameter of the liposuction tube for facial liposuction is smaller, the trauma is less, and the recovery after surgery is faster.
The effect of facial liposuction
The effects of facial liposuction are mainly reflected in the following aspects:
1. Improve facial contours
Facial liposuction can effectively remove facial fat, especially fat accumulation in the mandibular angle, double chin, apple muscles, etc., making the facial contour more three-dimensional and the lines clearer. Through precise liposuction technology, it can create more refined facial curves, showing youth and vitality.
2. Face slimming and age reduction effects
Facial liposuction can achieve significant face-slimming effects, especially for areas where fat accumulation is more obvious (such as double chins and under the apple muscles). The results after surgery are obvious. The face after liposuction is firmer, the overall contour is softer and more natural, and it looks younger.
3. Persistence
Compared with injection-based face-slimming methods, facial liposuction surgery removes deep fat and has a relatively long-lasting effect. As long as you maintain a reasonable diet and lifestyle habits, the postoperative results can be maintained for several years or even longer.
4. Safety and risks of facial liposuction
Although facial liposuction technology is relatively mature, the surgery still has significant risks. The safety of the surgery mainly depends on the following aspects:
1. Doctor’s experience and skills
It is crucial to choose an experienced and skilled plastic surgeon. Facial liposuction requires delicate operations. The wrong amount of liposuction or uneven liposuction may cause asymmetry or localized depressions. Therefore, choosing the right doctor is crucial.
2. Postoperative complications
Although facial liposuction is usually a minimally invasive surgery, there may still be complications after the operation, such as infection, bruising, swelling, numbness, etc. Proper postoperative care and avoidance of strenuous activities can help reduce these risks.
3. Excessive fat removal
Excessive liposuction may lead to an imbalance in the facial structure and create an unnatural appearance. Therefore, it is very important to control the amount of liposuction and the surgical area. The goal of facial liposuction is to improve the contour rather than excessive fat reduction to maintain natural harmony.
5. Postoperative care for facial liposuction
Postoperative care is very important and can affect the recovery speed and quality of the surgical effect. Common postoperative care recommendations include:
Avoid strenuous exercise : Avoid strenuous exercise after surgery to prevent excessive swelling or wound infection.
Keep the area clean : Make sure the surgical incision area is clean to prevent infection.
Wearing a compression band : Wearing a compression band after surgery can help reduce swelling and speed up recovery.
Avoid rubbing and pressing : During the recovery period after surgery, you should avoid any behavior that may cause fat to move or cause uneven liposuction.
6. Indications and contraindications for facial liposuction
Indications :
① Facial areas with obvious fat accumulation, such as double chin, mandibular angle, etc.;
② The facial contour is not obvious and lacks three-dimensional sense;
③. The skin has good elasticity and there is local accumulation of facial fat.
Contraindications :
① Pregnant women and breastfeeding women;
②. Patients with serious cardiovascular diseases, diabetes and other underlying diseases;
③. The facial skin is obviously loose and cannot be improved by liposuction.
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Facial liposuction is an effective means to improve facial contours. It can remove excess fat and create more refined and three-dimensional facial lines. Through correct surgical planning and postoperative care, facial liposuction can achieve good results. However, those seeking beauty should choose experienced professional doctors and fully understand the risks and recovery process of the operation before the operation to ensure the safety and effectiveness of the operation.