Liposuction (Lipoplasty) vs Fat Transfer (Autologous Fat Grafting)

Fat removal vs fat repositioning — opposite goals for body contouring

Liposuction (Lipoplasty)

Liposuction is a surgical procedure that removes excess fat deposits from specific areas of the body to address contours and proportions.

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Fat Transfer (Autologous Fat Grafting)

Fat transfer or fat grafting is a surgical procedure where both small and large volume defects can be corrected by transferring existing fat into the problem area.

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How They Compare

	Liposuction (Lipoplasty)	Fat Transfer (Autologous Fat Grafting)
Cost Range	R55,000 – R90,000	R40,000 – R95,000
Duration	1-4 hours depending on number of areas treated and amount of fat removed	—
Anesthesia	General anesthesia or IV sedation with local anesthesia (tumescent technique) depending on extent of procedure	—
Technique	Dr Maresky uses advanced liposuction techniques: Tumescent Liposuction: The gold standard technique using tumescent solution to minimize bleeding, reduce pain, and improve fat removal. VASER Liposuction (Vibration Amplification of Sound Energy at Resonance): Ultrasound energy liquefies fat before removal, allowing for: - More precise fat removal - Better skin tightening - Reduced bruising and swelling - Faster recovery - Ability to treat fibrous areas (male chest, back) Power-Assisted Liposuction (PAL): Mechanically vibrating cannula for easier fat removal in dense areas.	—
Recovery	See full procedure page	—
Ideal Candidates	Adults within 30% of ideal body weight with good skin elasticity Individuals with localized fat deposits resistant to diet and exercise Non-smokers or those willing to quit smoking 4 weeks before and after surgery	Anyone of legal age is a good candidate for this procedure, however, patients who are pregnant, breastfeeding or have a neurological disease are not advised to undergo a fat transfer.

How to Choose

The right choice between Liposuction (Lipoplasty) and Fat Transfer (Autologous Fat Grafting) depends on your anatomy, goals, and overall health. The best way to determine which procedure suits you is through a personalised consultation with Dr. Gideon Maresky, who can examine you, discuss your goals, and recommend the most appropriate approach based on your individual anatomy and expectations.

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