FAT BANK

FAT BANK

In aesthetic fat transfer procedures, the option for patients to store their own fat has emerged, especially as a means to utilize fat obtained during liposuction for future aesthetic interventions. This practice, known as "fat banking" or "fat storage," is for patients who wish to store their own fat in a tissue bank.

Advantages of Fat Transfer and Storage:

●        Natural and Original Material:

○     The use of the patient's own fat tissue minimizes the risk of allergic reactions or immune problems.

○     The fat used in aesthetic interventions is a natural material that suits the individual's body structure.

●        Long-Term Planning:

○     By storing fat obtained during liposuction, patients have the freedom to use this fat whenever they desire.

○     Fat banking provides a solution for future aesthetic needs.

●        Reproducibility:

○     Fat transfer procedures can be repeated over time. Stored fat becomes a resource that can be used again in the following years.

○     For example, stored fat can be used to regain lost facial volume due to the aging process.

●        Risk Reduction:

○     Using the patient's own fat tissue generally receives a positive response from the body.

○     The risk of infection or rejection is lower compared to using implanted foreign materials.

Fat Bank and Stem Cell Therapy:

●        Adult Stem Cell Potential:

○     Adult stem cells found in fat tissue have regenerative properties.

○     These cells can support healing and rejuvenation in the body.

●        Clinical Research:

○        It has been shown that fat-derived stem cells may assist in the treatment of autoimmune diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis and multiple sclerosis.

○        Studies on the transdifferentiation ability of stem cells in fat tissue have yielded exciting results.

Fat Banking/Storage Procedure:

●        Liposuction Procedure:

○     The first step in storing fat is the liposuction procedure, during which fat tissue is removed from the body.

○     The obtained fat is typically taken from areas such as the abdomen, legs, or hips.

●        Fat Processing and Storage:

○        The surgeon processes the obtained fat through a special procedure, cleans it, and prepares it for storage.

○        The fat is packaged according to the instructions of the tissue bank and sent for storage.

●        Communication with Tissue Bank:

○        The surgeon initiates the storage process by communicating with a tissue bank about the fat tissue.

○        The tissue bank securely stores the patient's fat and responds quickly to the patient's future requests.

Fat banking provides patients with flexibility and long-term planning for aesthetic interventions. This method aims to deliver a natural and personalized aesthetic experience.