Calf fat transfer in London
Have you been working out, but haven’t quite been able to add that extra definition and weight to your calves? Fat transfer to calves can quickly and safely give you the results you have been working for, and make your calves appear more in proportion with the rest of your body.
As well as fat transfers to calves, Centre for Surgery also offers calf implants.
Our clinic at 106 Crawford Street was recently inspected and rated as good across all 5 domains.
All our surgeons are on the GMC specialist register for plastic surgery. The Royal College of Surgeons of England has an excellent information resource on cosmetic surgery.
Why choose Centre for Surgery for Calf Fat Transfer?
- Significant experience in all types of calf augmentation surgery – single implants, dual implants and custom made implants as well as fat transfer techniques
- We own and manage our own surgical facilities. Properly performed calf augmentation surgery takes time as it is technically challenging surgery and should not be rushed. Our surgeons perform a maximum of one calf implant procedure in a day. We do not cram 3-4 procedures into one day like other providers. You want your surgeon to be well-rested and mentally and physically sharp to perform calf implant surgery to get the very best results.
Our clinic at 106 Crawford Street was recently inspected and rated as good across all 5 domains.
- Our surgeons live and work in London. We don’t work with ‘fly-in, fly-out’ surgeons from Italy. This is very important because whilst your surgeon takes all precautions to minimise complications, complications can and do occur and our surgeons are readily available to manage any issues if and when they arise. Calf augmentation surgery is not risk-free and our expert nursing team will therefore monitor you very closely under the expert supervision of your surgeon to make sure you are healing well and to minimise the risk of complications developing.
Centre for Surgery offers finance options in conjunction with our finance partner, Chrisalis Finance.
Top Surgeon for Calf Fat Transfer
Dr Omar Tillo is a specialist plastic surgeon with expertise in advanced body contouring procedures. He has significant experience in performing both aesthetic and reconstructive surgery of the calves.
Dr Omar Tillo is on the GMC specialist register for plastic surgery and is a full member of the UK Association of Aesthetic Plastic Surgeons.
Calf fat transfer expected results
Calf augmentation is a surgical procedure in which underdeveloped calves are enhanced to achieve a toned, well- proportioned leg. Calf augmentation can be performed using custom silicone calf implants or fat transfer.
Most would like to have a curvaceous, full, natural looking calves that look strong and at the same time, shapely. But despite a regular exercise and having a proper diet, it can be very difficult hard to achieve a well-toned leg. Even exercises that concentrate on developing the musculature of the lower legs do not assure you get the best looking calves. This is why a lot of people may request for calf augmentation using calf implants to either fill out those thin legs or to have their legs perfectly sculpted.
Ideal candidates for calf fat transfer
If you would like to improve your legs to achieve an aesthetically pleasing more balanced appearance of your calves then calf augmentation surgery is right for you. Calf augmentation surgery can correct deformities resulting from an injury or with which you were born or developed in adulthood.
You should be realistic as to what can be achieved by calf augmentation surgery and understand the risks and side effects of this surgery.
If you are considering calf augmentation, you may wish to look at our finance options.
Surgical techniques in calf fat transfer
Calf enhancement with fat transfer is performed under a general anaesthetic known as TIVA or total intravenous anaesthesia The procedure is performed as a day case and will take approximately two to three hours.
Fat first needs to be harvested from areas where you would like fat to be removed. The fat is then prepared prior to being injected into the calf to achieve the optimum size and shape.
The recovery process after calf fat transfer
After calf fat transfer, you should expect to experience mild pain or discomfort, which will last for five to seven days. During this time it is normal to have some bruising and swelling.
You should be back to your normal day-to-day life after around two weeks. However, you will have to avoid strenuous exercise for at least six weeks.
Calf fat transfer before and after
FAQs
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Does calf augmentation require general anaesthetic or an overnight stay?Calf augmentation surgery is performed under general anaesthetic as a day-case without the need for an overnight stay.
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How long is the procedure?Calf augmentation surgery normally takes approximately one hour to perform depending on the complexity of the surgery.
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Will I have scars?The incisions are placed in the crease behind the knees and are therefore barely noticeable. These incisions heal well in 10 – 14 days.
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Will I be required to wear a special garment?Yes – post-surgery support stockings are fitted at the end of surgery to help control swelling and reduce movement post-operatively. This should be worn day and night for the first three weeks.
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What reassurance do I have with calf augmentation surgery?At Centre for Surgery, we understand that your decision to have Calf Augmentation surgery can be a daunting and anxious time for you. Our aim is to fully understand your concerns and desires and assess you accurately, before agreeing on a treatment plan which is in your best interest. We will provide you with all the information you need and support before, during and after your surgery.
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How long is recovery time?Mild pain/discomfort is expected for 5 – 7 days. Patients can go back to their normal daily activities after 1 week, but avoid strenuous exercise/activity for 6 weeks including any contact sports.
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What results can I expect?The results are first and foremost natural. The goals of calf augmentation surgery are to restore an aesthetically pleasing shape which is in balance with body shape – i.e. looks natural and does not appear abnormal. It can take six weeks or more for the final result to be achieved.
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What are the risks of calf augmentation surgery?Common to all surgical procedures there are always risks associated with surgery. However, complications are uncommon. Bruising can occur and may take two weeks to resolve, while major bleeding is rare. Infection is infrequent (less than 0.5%) and will require a course of appropriate antibiotics. Displacement of the implants can occur in the early postoperative course. This is prevented by avoiding pressure on the legs or excessive movement. Some altered sensation around the legs is expected and will commonly return to normal between 6 to 12 weeks after surgery.
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How long do the results last?The results of calf augmentation surgery long-lasting, are but note that ageing changes will occur over the years.