Fat Transfer To Hands
For ageing hand,
wrinkles, skin texture
Aging process is not limited to face, breasts, or torso only but is visible on every part of the body with increasing age. The hands are also affected by it.
Aging process is not limited to face, breasts, or torso only but is visible on every part of the body with increasing age. The hands are also affected by it. Skin quality of hand deteriorates with age, pigmentation of skin increases, skin becomes flaccid with visible veins and tendons on the dorsum of hand, with significant loss of subcutaneous fat.
Fat grafting is done for hand rejuvenation in patients who want to improve the aesthetics of their hands; however, some patients require treatment for necessary reconstruction after suffering trauma/burns to hands. Fat grafting in hand has two effects: fills the dorsum of hand and rejuvenates the hand. Fat covers visible veins and tendons, resulting in uniform contours of hand, like a youthful hand. Further more, fat cells have a beneficial effect on deep and superficial skin tissue, thereby rejuvenating the hand.
Fat transfers use processed fat from the patient's own body to re-contour and smoothen the hands. The procedure also is known as micro fat injection. Fat cells are removed by liposuction from the donor area, usually from around the navel or from the thighs or buttocks using a small cannula attached to a syringe. The fat cells are cleansed and processed, and then injected into the wrinkled area using a blunt needle and syringe. Because there is a fairly high rate of re-absorption of the fat cells into the body, the surgeon will likely overfill the treated area.
Discussions during a fat transfer to hands consultation should include
- Discussion on the hand reshaping goals.
- Any past medical condition or surgeries.
- Any present illness, drug allergies and medical treatments.
- Any on-going supplements
- Alcohol, tobacco intake
A candidate opting for fat transfer to hands should fill up these criteria for better results
- You should be physically healthy and preferably avoid smoking 2 weeks before the surgery as well as during the recovery period
- You should be conscious towards improving your looks and shape of hands.
- You should have enough fat at other areas which can be taken out.
- You should be motivated enough to undergo the procedure
- You should have realistic expectations
Dr Amit Agarwal's focus during fat transfer to hands consultation
- Examine your overall health, and risk factors
- Discuss the options for your surgery
- Take photographs
- Risk and complications related to surgery
- Tell you about the procedure and the outcome of surgery
Questions to be asked with Dr Amit Agarwal about fat transfer to hands
- Are you a good candidate for the procedure?
- How and where will you perform the surgery?
- What are the risks and complications related to the surgery?
- How long will be my recovery period?
- How long do I have to stay at the centre?
Preparations to be done for the surgery
- If you are a smoker, you should stop smoking at least two weeks prior to the surgery.
- Get the tests done prescribed by Dr Amit Agarwal.
- Avoid taking anti-inflammatory drugs and herbal supplements as they aggravate bleeding.
- Admission will be done on the same day at the center
- Written consent form will be signed explaining the procedure after the admission.
- Meeting with the anaesthetist for Pre-Anaesthetic check-up before the surgery
- Nil per oral for minimum of 5-6 hours before the planned procedure
Hand rejuvenation procedure includes
- In the first step, liposuction is done to harvest healthy fat from another area of the body (usually the belly, thighs, or buttocks).
- This fat is then purified, processed and prepared for grafting.
- A fine needle and cannula are used to inject the healthy fat into those areas of the hand that have signs of aging or deformity.
- To account for the body's natural reabsorption of the injected fat, more fat than required is injected.
- The hand is massaged to ensure the fat is evenly distributed, addressing your initial goals for the procedure, and leaving your hands looking healthier and more youthful.
Recovery after the surgery
After surgery, the treated area is covered with bandages. These bandages help in the compression of the skin and also reduce swelling giving you desired shape and improved contour. You can expect swelling immediately after the procedure, and that swelling can last anywhere between three and six weeks. You may also experience some discomfort. You will be instructed to maintain hand elevation for 2 to 3 weeks to avoid swelling. Gentle hand movements are allowed from day 1. You will be made to walk on the same day of the surgery. You will be discharged on the same day or next day of the surgery.
To help with healing, take a week or two off from your daily routine depending on your type of work. During that time, make sure to get plenty of rest, maintain hand elevation and avoid straining yourself physically or emotionally. You can use ice fomentation if the swelling is more.
At first you may be a little numb but as the swelling subsides, sensation will return.
There will be some specific instructions given to you by Dr Amit Agarwal which includes:
- How to take care of the surgical site.
- About the follow up dates.
- How to take the medications or application of creams. There are not many medications though.
Risk and complications post-surgery
Before going for the surgery, you should always understand the risks and potential complications related to surgery. Fat transfer to hands usually gives desired results but there can be some risks involved which include:
- Risks related to anaesthesia.
- There can be persistent swelling and bruising in the surgical area which reduces with time.
- Rare chances of infection, delayed wound healing (seen in smokers, diabetics, hypothyroidism, very high BMI, or people with multiple comorbidities)
- Redness and tenderness of skin which abates with time
- Irregular contour in form of lumps and bumps.
- Asymmetry due to unpredictable absorption of fat
- Numbness or altered sensation which improves with time.
- Fat necrosis.
These are the risks and possible complications which should be discussed by you with Dr Amit Agarwal before the procedure.
The total benefits of fat transfer to hands will be seen after the swelling and bruising subsides. It is also very important to maintain a healthy lifestyle to maintain your shape.
Do's and don't
- You should not hide any major chronic illnesses with your doctor.
- You should always discuss any previous surgery or treatments without hesitation.
- You should immediately consult Dr Amit Agarwal if you have any complication.
- It is also very important to maintain a healthy lifestyle to maintain your shape.
Frequently Asked Questions
You can be discharged same day or next day after the surgery.
You can start exercising after 2-3 weeks of surgery and as Dr Amit Agarwal suggests depending on your healing process.
During the procedure you will not feel any pain but there may be some pain and swelling during the recovery process which will be taken care off with medications.
Quitting smoking is a perfect solution even without surgery as it involves many health risks, but it's totally up to your wish that you want to quit or not. But you should surely stop smoking at least 2 weeks before the surgery.
Fat Transfer To Hands Images
Indivisual results may vary from person to person.
These pictures are shown for the purpose of education only.
Soft Tissue Defects
Indivisual results may vary from person to person.
These pictures are shown for the purpose of education only.
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Best plastic surgeon, Dr. Amit Agarwal is an American Board Certified, extensively trained, and best Plastic & Aesthetic surgeon in Lucknow. He is the Chief Plastic Surgeon heading the Department of Plastic, Microvascular, and Craniofacial surgery at Vivekananda Polyclinic and Institute of Medical Sciences, Lucknow, U.P, India. He maintains a busy practice at Avadh and Nishat Hospital and his own center - Kayakriti Plastic Surgery & Dental Center. He was formerly a Consultant in the Department of Plastic Surgery and Burns at the prestigious SGPGI, Lucknow.
MS, DNB (General Surgery) MCh, DNB (Plastic Surgery),
MNAMS, FACS, FICS, FRCS (Edinburgh, UK)
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Frequently Asked Questions
If you have flat or small breast and you want to improve your breast and hip contour ratio then you are a good candidate for it. The answer will be best provided after the first consultation with Dr Amit Agarwal.
Acute pain will be there for almost a week which gradually reduces and there will be soreness and swelling which may take up to 3 weeks to subside.
You can join your work and daily routines after a week of the procedure and can start exercising after 3 weeks of it.
Yes, you have to wear it round the clock unless we suggest you to remove it.
This surgery does not affect the ducts or the areas of the breast involved in milk production. Thus, it does not affect the breast feeding.
This surgery does not affect the ducts or the areas of the breast involved in milk production. Thus, it does not affect the breast feeding.
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