Lipofilling
Your lipofilling specialists
Over time, our skin loses elasticity and volume, which can lead to expression lines and sagging skin. This process affects our appearance and makes us look tired or older. Wrinkle treatment with autologous fat—known as lipofilling—offers a natural and effective method of compensating for volume loss and visibly smoothing wrinkles.
The treatment is most commonly performed on the face, but other options include the neck, décolleté, and back of the hands. The procedure is also used to treat sunken cheeks, enlarge the lips, and reduce dark circles under the eyes. The result is a fresh, harmonious, and youthful appearance that lasts for a long time.
At clinic utoquai in Zurich, your satisfaction is our top priority. Our experienced specialists use state-of-the-art techniques and develop a customized treatment concept that is perfectly tailored to your individual needs—for natural-looking results that emphasize your uniqueness.
Advantages of lipofilling
Wrinkle treatment with autologous fat offers several advantages:
- Naturalness
Only the body’s own material is used—no artificial substances, no risk of allergic reactions. - Long-lasting results
The injected fat remains permanently in the treated area. - Gentle on the skin
Minimally invasive and extremely well tolerated, with only minor side effects. - Wide range of applications
From wrinkle reduction and volume enhancement to contour correction.
The most important information at a glance
Type of treatment: Autologous fat transfer
Treatment duration: approx. 60–90 minutes
Recovery time: a few days
Results: final results visible after approx. 3–6 months
Duration of effect: permanent
Side effects: temporary redness or swelling
Cost: from CHF 3,000
Lipofilling procedure
Consultation
The first step is a detailed consultation, during which we discuss your wishes and expectations in detail. Together, we develop a personalized treatment plan that is optimally tailored to your needs. Your health and safety are always our top priority.
Precautions
We advise our patients to refrain from taking blood-thinning medication, as well as alcohol and nicotine, for about 2 weeks before the procedure. For facial treatments, please come to your appointment without makeup.
Treatment
The treatment is performed on an outpatient basis and takes approximately 60–90 minutes. Unlike other wrinkle injections, the first step in autologous fat treatment is to remove donor fat from an area of the body with sufficient fat reserves using liposuction. We prepare this fat in the laboratory and then inject it directly into the wrinkle to be filled using fine needles.
The procedure is extremely painless, but for patients who are very sensitive to pain, we are happy to prepare a mild anesthetic with a special ointment in advance. The first results can be seen immediately after the autologous fat injection. The body breaks down some of the fat cells, but the remaining autologous fat remains permanently.
Aftercare
Most of our patients can resume their normal daily activities shortly after the procedure. To prevent the risk of infection at the injection sites, no makeup should be worn on the day of treatment.
In general, you will be able to return to work the next day. However, you should refrain from sporting activities for a few days. The results are usually permanent, but may change slightly over time as the skin ages naturally.
Costs of lipofilling in Zurich
The costs for wrinkle treatment with autologous fat vary depending on the treatment area, the complexity of the procedure, and the amount of autologous fat removed. Prices generally start at CHF 3,000. You will receive a detailed cost estimate in advance during a personal consultation.
Frequently asked questions about wrinkle treatment with autologous fat
How long do the results of lipofilling last?
The results are usually permanent. However, they can be affected by natural aging processes. Regular care helps to prolong the results.
Is the treatment painful?
Lipofilling is virtually painless thanks to anesthetic cream. Mild discomfort or swelling after the treatment is rare and subsides within a few days.
In which areas is lipofilling particularly effective?
Lipofilling is particularly suitable for reducing wrinkles on the face, reducing dark circles under the eyes, plumping the lips, and for the back of the hands and décolleté.
Are there any risks or side effects?
Since the injected substance is the body’s own material, allergic reactions are not to be expected. Other side effects are also very rare; in some cases, slight, temporary redness or swelling of the skin may occur after wrinkle treatment.
