Adivive (Adult-Derived Stem Cell Fat Grafting) Frequently Asked Questions

In the summer of 2012, Dr. Lewis Obi was asked to contribute his thoughts on Adivive and adult-derived stem cell grafting to the leading Australian beauty magazine, Cosmetic Surgery and Beauty Magazine. He was asked several questions about his use of the Adivive system and his typical patient results. The following are those questions, including frequently asked questions by patients.

Adivive Video: Extracting & Purifying the Fat Demonstration

What is Adivive Autologous Fat Transfer?

The Adivive Fat Processing Unit is the most advance stem cell concentrated fat grafting system available. Not only is the system FDA-approved but it is the only totally self contained unit that processes adult fat into a stem cell concentrated filler useful for both cosmetic and reconstructive application.

How Long Has Obi Plastic Surgery Been Utilizing the Adivive System?

Palomar sent Dr. Obi the first FDA-approved system in January of 2011 and he has performed approximately 100 fat grafting procedures with this system since January of 2011. Prior to integration of the Adivive technology Dr. Obi had performed various fat grafting techniques for more than 25 years.

How Much is Adivive Fat Transfer?

There are different fees for Adivive, depending on the areas of the body treated. Visit our Adivive costs page for more information.

How Does Adivive Compare to Previous Autologous Fat Transfer Systems?

The Adivive Fat Processing Unit squeezes and filters harvested fat to provide a cleaner and more concentrated fat of extraordinary quality. The resulting fat graft contains a higher concentration of adult stem cells, cytokines and other growth factors which enhances the long term persistence of the Adivive fat. Also, larger volumes may be safely used. As a result, more dramatic and predictable results occur with an average take in-excess of 50% of the transferred Adivive fat.

What are the Most Commonly Treated Areas Using Adivive?

The two most commonly treated areas are the face and breasts. To a lesser degree, Dr. Lewis Obi has applied this technology to treating hands, buttocks and areas of the body with deficiency resulting from trauma or previous surgery.

Where on the Body is Fat Harvested?

The most common donor sites for large volume fat harvesting has been the abdomen and thighs as these donor sites are simultaneously treated with the SlimLipo laser platform. The fat harvesting always precedes laser application as the laser may affect the quality of the fat. Want to learn more about SlimLipo? Click to watch our SlimLipo YouTube video.

How Effective is Adivive for Breast Enhancement?

Adivive for breast enhancing has been most useful for smaller volume grafting (100-150cc per breast). Better results are seen in patients requiring perhaps one cup size enlargements - such as lumpectomy/irradiation patients, breast lift patients and for cosmetic patients with moderate asymmetry of the breasts. It is also much less invasive then the autologous flaps and therefore with much less downtime and fewer risks. The contralateral breast size/sag may be effectively treated with the SlimLipo laser thereby eliminating the need for any surgery. Even after implant reconstructions, Dr. Lewis Obi has used Adivive fat grafting to finalize symmetry and to enhance nipple-areolar reconstruction. In the augmentation patient, moderate enlargements may be accomplished as well as non surgical revisions of breast asymmetry. Adivive may also be used to enhance breast flap thickness in the mastectomy patient. Alloderm™ (cadaver skin) and Strattice™ (pig skin) is universally used by plastic surgeons to provide better coverage of breast implants and to enhance breast folds in these mastectomy patients. Unfortunately, there is a geometric increase in medical costs as well as increased patient risks when these foreign skin grafts are utilized.

How Long Would a Typical Adivive for the Breasts Surgical Procedure Take?

For both breast reconstruction and cosmetic breast procedures, Dr. Obi generally utilizes 200 cc or more of processed fat. This may require removal of 500 cc or more of fat from the donor site. In order to avoid contour irregularities of the donor site, SlimLipo is almost always used to treat these areas. The only exception to this rule is if the same area will be revisited for future fat harvesting. Therefore, the total time for treating the breasts and donor sites is approximately 2 to 3 hours.

What are the Benefits of Adivive for the Face (also referred to as an OPERA Lift, Stem Cell Facelift and 3-D Space Lift)?

There are many benefits fat transfer for the face. To begin, Dr. Obi almost always combines small volume (40cc or less) Adivive fat grafting with almost every surgical face lifting procedure. Larger volume fat grafting to the face may be utilized as a totally non-surgical technique for three dimensional tightening of the face. This is a procedure that Dr. Mark Berman of L.A. refers to as a “3-D Space Lift” and more recently, Dr. Lewis Obi coined the term “The OPERA Lift”. Not only does OPERA stand for: Obi Palomar External Rejuvenating Aesthetics, but a patient may undergo the procedure on a Monday and may be presentable enough to attend the Opera on Saturday. The facial tightening is accomplished with large volume Adivive fat and the neck tightening with the SlimLipo laser.

Are Visible Results Immediate, and if not, How Long Before Patients See the Effects of Adivive?

Visual results, especially in the face, are immediate. There is of course some bruising and swelling which resolves in seven to 10 days. Optimal results are seen at different intervals depending on the areas treated and patient variability. Three months seems to be the magic number for both optimal results and prediction of viability of the grafted fat. According to Drs. He Young Lee (Seoul, Korea) and Kotaro Yoshimura (Tokyo), "What you see, in terms of persistence, at three months, we should see long term. That has been my experience during the almost 30 years I have utilized fat as a graft."

DR. LEWIS OBI INTRODUCES THE LASER-STEM FACELIFT:

During the past three years, Dr. Lewis Obi has worked closely with Palomar Medical Technology in developing clinical applications for their LifeSculpt laser platform and more recently combining this unique tool with Palomarʼs Adivive Fat Processing Unit. In fact, Dr. Lewis Obi was provided with the first FDA approved Adivive system in the United States. Developed by Dr. He Young Lee in South Korea, this system is the only totally self contained unit that processes adult fat into a stem cell concentrated filler useful for both cosmetic and reconstructive applications. To date, Dr. Lewis Obi has completed approximately 50 Adivive Fat Grafting procedures and 350 LifeSculpt (SlimLipo) cases. Because of Dr. Obiʼs leadership and broad depth of experience in the field of cosmetic plastic surgery, he has advanced this area of plastic surgery into a totally new paradigm. His upcoming lecture at the American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) in Denver later this month entitled “The New Facelift in the New Economy: Combining Modalities for Customized Results” will unveil his unique approach to total face and neck rejuvenation.





There are many benefits of this approach in terms of results, his most recent adaptation of these combined treatments avoids the need IV sedation and the patient returns to work after a short recovery. Depending on the extent of the procedures, the fee for this new and relatively non-invasive facelift would range between $3500 to $4900. The procedures include the use of the patients own fat processed and condensed by the Adivive system. This may then be injected into facial areas such as the cheek creases, the marionette creases, lips, cheekbone areas and chin. In addition to the Adivive facial rejuvenation, neck tightening with the LifeSculpt (SlimLipo) system may also be performed at the same time. Both procedures are generally performed under local anesthesia with a preoperative sedation taken orally as an option. The majority of patients may have these procedures performed on a Friday and return to work on the following Monday. The fee for Adivive facial fat grafting performed in this manner is $3500. If LifeSculpt laser neck tightening is performed at the same time then the total fee would be $4900. It should be noted that currently, comprehensive Adivive Fat Grafting facial procedures are performed under nurse sedation because larger quantities of fat is harvested, processed and then injected into more diffused facial areas. This technique also results in a larger fee and more recovery time.

Be sure to visit our web site to learn more about Adivive and Adivive costs as well as LifeSculpt and LifeSculpt costs.

DR. LEWIS OBI MD, ONE OF THE FIRST PLASTIC SURGEONS IN THE UNITED STATES TO UTILIZE ADIVIVE

Recently, Palomar launched an international advertising campaign highlighting their latest platform, the Adivive Fat Transfer System – a device that is changing fat transfer procedures for the better. In the campaign, Dr. Lewis Obi - one of the first surgeons in the United States to utilize this platform - is quoted regarding his use of Adivive and his patients’ results.

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"Even after my first experience with the Adivive Fat Transfer System it was obvious that the compressed/filtered fat was of an extraordinary quality, which I have observed during injection, early postoperatively and more than 12 months later. I have not seen similar results during the past 30 years of performing fat injections." Lewis Obi, MD

Using optimized centrifugation and weighted-mesh filtration, the Adivive system removes excess fluids and oils for higher quality fat grafts that can maintain their volume longer than those created by other fat transfer methods. For patients that are eager for dramatic, longer-lasting results - the Adivive Fat Transfer System can help meet their expectations.

View our Adivive Before and After Photo Gallery

Top Five Non Surgical & Minimally Invasive Alternatives to Popular Plastic Surgery Procedures

When it comes to cosmetic enhancements, the method of choice has significantly shifted from surgical to minimally invasive options. These procedures have grown in popularity because they are cost-efficient and associated with less downtime. The majority of these patients may resume most activities within a matter of days. And with the holiday season quickly approaching, these procedures may be ideal for the active patient who is seeking an excellent aesthetic result without the downtime and risks associated with invasive surgical procedures. During the past four years, Dr. Lewis Obi has spear headed the development of many of these minimally invasive techniques.

Hermaphroditus, Compliments of Obiarts Inc.

The following are the top five non surgical or minimally invasive procedures requested.

1. Rejuvenation of Forehead, Brows, Face and Neck

Sometimes a surgical face lift may be the only option to restoring youthful looks and repairing long term damage. But for most patients, there are minimally invasive options that may restore their youthful appearance. Through the use of Botox, a patient may smooth forehead creases while lifting their brow line. Adivive fat grafting utilizes unwanted fat from the body and refines it to a durable large volume filler for the face. And finally, the LJO Brow Lift is a minimally invasive proprietary brow lifting procedure that can be performed in half an hour with little-to-no residual scarring.

Downtime Required for Botox: None

Downtime Required for Adivive Filler: Three to seven days.

Downtime Required for LJO Brow Lift: Five days.

Patient received Adivive fat transfer to increase facial volume.

2. Liposuction and Body Sculpting

Certain areas of fat may not always respond to exercise and dieting. Traditional techniques for the removal of this fat are associated with long periods of recovery, general anesthesia, greater risks and less than optimal results. However, with the introduction of SlimLipo laser lipolysis four years ago, fat removal and skin tightening has never been so easy. An added benefit is that skin tightening continues for several months so that any subsequent weight loss is synergistic. One of SlimLipo’s multiple benefits is that patients immediately see visible results following their procedure and continue to see volume loss and skin tightening up to six months. During the actual procedure, patients do not require general anesthesia and may typically return to work within the following day or two. All of these benefits also results in a lower cost for the patient.

Downtime Required for SlimLipo: One to two days. Patients may resume work in one to two days and may resume physical exercises within five to seven days.

SlimLipo fat removal and skin tightening.

3. Breast Augmentation

Autologous fat grafting is not new to the world of cosmetic surgery. As a matter of fact, the use of fat as a filler has been utilized in cosmetic practices for over 30 years. Until the recent advent of the Adivive Fat Processing Unit, fat transfer results have never been as reliable. Through the Adivive system, fat is removed via SlimLipo, centrifuged and filtered into a more viable fat transfer. This process may be used to increase a woman’s breast size by one full cup without the use of implants. Post-lumpectomy and breast reconstruction patients immensely benefit from this procedure as well.

Downtime for Adivive Breast Augmentation: Five days.

Post-lumpectomy patient received Adivive fat transfer in
left breast, SlimLipo tightening in right breast.

Patient increased breast by one cup size with Adivive
fat transfer to breasts.

4. Non Surgical Nose Job (Rhinoplasty)

Whether it’s from trauma or ethnicity, some patients have deficient nasal bridges or dorsal humps that may be unsightly. With the use of particular fillers, such as Radiesse or Coapatite, these deficiencies may be corrected non surgically. It’s extremely beneficial to patients that have been considering permanent cosmetic surgery but aren’t sure if it’s the right choice. This procedure gives them the opportunity to “test” their new look before a more permanent procedure.

Downtime for Non Surgical Nose Job: One day or less.

5. Chin Augmentation

Just as a non surgical nose job, fillers may used in augmenting the chin without permanent surgery. Sometimes a combination of SlimLipo neck tightening in conjunction of a filler to enhance the chin may be performed for an optimal result.

Downtime for Non Surgical Chin Augmentation and/or SlimLipo Neck Tightening: Two to four days.

Patient received SlimLipo neck tightening to enhance chin.

Men and women alike are seeking new and less invasive ways to enhance their appearance without having to take a leave of absence at work or lose important time with their family. If you have been considering plastic surgery, contact Dr. Lewis Obi at 904-399-0905 to see if you’re a candidate for non or minimally invasive cosmetic enhancements.

THE NEW FACELIFT IN THE NEW ECONOMY

This weekend Dr. Lewis Obi delivers his presentation on The New Facelift in the New Economy at the American Society of Plastic Surgeons meeting in Denver. To commemorate this event, the Obi Plastic Surgery Clinic are providing a choice of non-surgical options at more affordable fees. Most of these procedures may be performed with preoperative sedation and minimum down time.

Non-surgical Necklift with LifeSculpt (SlimLipo)
1 to 2 days down time - $2000

Learn more about LifeSculpt

Non-surgical Facelift (3D Spacelift) with Adivive Fat Grafting (stem-cell rich)
$3500 for limited face - 3 days average down time

Learn more about Adivive Fat Grafting


Non-Surgical Facelift (Adivive) and Non-Surgical Necklift (LifeSculpt)-Combined
$4900 (with limited Adivive) - complimentary Botox with this package


Learn more about LifeSculpt
Learn more about Adivive Fat Grafting

Dr. Lewis Obi has performed LifeSculpt (SlimLipo) on 340 patients including 150 neck procedures during the past 35 months. As Palomarʼs first provider of Adivive™ stemcell concentrated fat grafting system, Dr. Obi has treated more than 50 patients. Patients may have these procedures performed on Wednesday, Thursday or Fridays and return to work in 2 to 3 days. For sake of economy, some patients elect to have limited eyelid and/or browlift procedures performed at the same time. The full face Adivive procedures along with eyelid surgery does require a longer recovery time.

Benefits of Adivive Autologous Fat Transfer for the Face

Dr. Lewis Obi is frequently asked questions regarding his use of Adivive on patients and its benefits. The following is one of the most commonly asked questions. 

What are some of the benefits of Adivive fat 

transfer for the face? 

Dr. Lewis Obi explains: "There are many benefits for the face. First of all, I almost always combine small volume (40cc or less) Adivive fat grafting with almost all of my surgical face lifting procedures. Larger volume fat grafting to the face may be utilized as a totally non-surgical technique for three dimensional tightening of the face. This is a procedure that Dr. Mark Berman of L.A. refers to as a "3-D Space Lift" and more recently I coined the acronym of "The OPERA Lift". I have taken the liberty of using "OPERA" to translate to: the Obi Palomar External Rejuvenating Aesthetics. (In other words, the patient will undergo the procedure on a Monday and may be presentable enough to attend the Opera on Saturday.) The facial tightening is accomplished with large volume Adivive fat and the neck tightening with the SlimLipo laser." 

If you have any questions regarding the use of Adivive, we encourage you to submit your questions to info@obiplasticsurgery.com and Dr. Obi will be happy to answer your inquiry.

VALENTINE’S DAY WEEK HERALDS AN ERA OF RENEWAL

During the past four years, Dr. Lewis Obi has been one of the lead American plastic surgeons to introduce, develop and teach new and effective, minimally invasive procedures. “Plastic Surgery in the New Age” has been the title and theme of his international symposia in 2012. Slim Lipo, Adivive and PRP are but a few of the newer non invasive procedures he helped pioneer. 

This week’s new review will explore not only the most popular current plastic surgery procedures but also look into the top countries for plastic surgery. Although the USA is tops in plastic surgery in terms of sheer numbers, South Korea surpasses us when it comes to per capita numbers. Cosmetic surgery is also popular in both Greece and Italy where 10 procedures were performed for every 1,000 people in 2011.

Ironically, Valentine’s Day this year occurs on the second day of Lent and two days after “Fat Tuesday”.  Therefore our theme “An Era of Renewal” proposes some of the minimally invasive procedures exemplified below. These patients are but a few examples of “Plastic Surgery in the New Age - SlimLipo, Adivive, PRP & More”. Coincidentally, this was also the title of several lectures that Obi delivered last year. 

Typical SlimLipo Thigh results

Early SlimLipo results with minimal discomfort and bruising. Patient returned to work the next day.

Two days post SlimLipo treatment

Optimal results after SlimLipo Abdomen occurs after four months

SlimLipo after C-section - scars and residual skin may be removed with limited surgery at this point.

Simultaneous with SlimLipo treatments, fat from the abdomen may be processed with the Adivive system and used for Dr. Obi’s OPERA Lift (SlimLipo neck plus Adivive stem cell fat to face)

Non-invasive procedures are often combined with plastic surgery procedures to optimize results and to reduce scars. Below are examples of enhancing surgical results with the use of lasers and stem cells derived from unwanted fat.

Scarless Breast Augmentation - up to 50% cost savings if SlimLipo of abdomen and/or thighs performed at same time as augmentation

Excellent results after breast augmentation in a patient with breast deformities. These results may be improved with Adivive stem cell fat grafting to breast and laser lipolysis (SlimLipo) of abdomen.

Top patient: LJO Scarless Breast Augmentation

Bottom patient: Scarless laser breast lift with implants and abdominoplasty

Except for the breast augmentation with implants and the abdominoplasty, all of the procedures pictured above were minimally invasive....”PLASTIC SURGERY IN THE NEW AGE” by Lewis Obi, MD. For more information, link to our website Adivive and SlimLipo pages.

Finding Harmonious Balance and Symmetry with Cosmetic Surgery

Being born with a perfect body or facial symmetry is very rare - in fact it’s very unusual to have identical body halves. One of the hallmarks of striking beauty is the presence of symmetry.

Aphrodites Compredending the Wisdom of Phoebe - Compliments of Obiarts Inc.

For most people, the imbalance is virtually undetectable, but sometimes it may be a little more noticeable. One breast may be a cup size larger, the nose may be deviated and even an eyebrow may be higher than its counterpart. When the balance becomes more than just a minor issue, corrective surgery may be necessary to attain optimal symmetry.

Body Asymmetry

Breast Balance

One of the most common issues women report with their breasts are asymmetrical cup sizes. An extreme example is a rare situation that Dr. Lewis Obi encountered several years ago:

In most cases, a patient may have a breast that is a complete cup size larger than the other. Typically, to correct this imbalance, a plastic surgeon will use breast implants and/or other techniques. For patients with moderate asymmetries who do not wish to receive implants, there are other viable options including Adivive fat transfer and SlimLipo Laser tightening/reduction. With the Adivive procedure, fat is harvested from an area of undesirable fat. The fat is then processed by the totally enclosed Adivive system with centrifuges and filters to develop a purer and more viable fat graft. This purer form of fat is then added to the breasts to restore breast symmetry and performed without incisions nor sutures. The opposite breast may then be reduced and or tightened with the SlimLipo Laser platform...again non-surgically.

Post-lumpectomy patient received Adivive in the left breast and
SlimLipo to tighten/reduce the right breast (non surgical)

Glute Balance

Similar to the breasts, the glutes may be asymmetrical also. Although it may not be visible to the casual eye, someone with a more critical eye may notice the dissimilarities. Again, the combination of Adivive fat grafting to one side with the possibility of SlimLipo tightening are non surgical tools to enhance the buttocks.

Stomach, Waist and Hips

As we age, fat may deposit in lower areas of the body and become increasingly difficult to burn with diet and exercise alone. It may be necessary to remove fat via SlimLipo laser lipolysis in order to balance out the waist, stomach and thighs. Most commonly, women opt to receive laser liposuction and breast implants at the same time in order to not appear too top or bottom heavy after they’ve healed. 

Facial Asymmetry

Uneven Eyebrows

Whether it’s a nerve or muscle malfunction, uneven eyebrows are common among men and women alike. In the past, plastic surgeons have performed brow lifts if the asymmetry is way off but most recently, it’s been discovered that Botox can aide in the correction of the raised brow. Dr. Lewis Obi has a proprietary brow lift procedure he’s been performing for over 30 years called the LJO Brow Lift that also can assist in the correction of the raised or droopy brow to create a more symmetrical appearance.

Cheeks and Lips

The facial skeleton and the overlying soft tissues of the face are uneven in 99% of people but usually not noticed except by close observation. However when the patient becomes aware of the asymmetry, they often consult with a plastic surgeon. Minor asymmetries are generally not treated but with the advent of non invasive treatments such as fillers, Botox, Adivive, etc. then more of these patients are helped. 

Nose and Chin Balance

The ideal profile balance for the face would be a less prominent nose and a more prominent chin. Whether the imbalance occurred from birth or trauma, it can be corrected – surgically and non surgically. Chin implants can be placed for deficient chins, while removal of cartilage from the nose may be necessary to minimize the appearance of the nose. For non surgical options, the use of fillers – such as Radiesse and Coapetite – may be used to correct profile disproportion. View our past blog about nose and chin augmentation.

An experienced plastic surgeon with an eye for balance, will recommend proportionately optimal solutions when it comes to cosmetic surgery. Sometimes bigger isn’t better and smaller isn’t the solution. Your plastic surgeon should be sure to examine your entire body and medical history to attain the proper solution to your needs.

Dr. Lewis Obi is a nationally recognized plastic surgeon in Jacksonville, Florida with over 30 years of experience. He is an international lecturer and pioneer plastic surgeon in the area of lasers, adult-derived stem cell fat grafting and traditional plastic surgery techniques.

DR LEWIS OBI FEATURED AT NEW YORK ADVANCED SYMPOSIUM FOR FAT DERIVED STEM CELL FAT CLINICAL APPLICATIONS

Dr. Lewis Obi was one of the keynote speakers at Palomars Advanced body sculpturing symposium in New York this past weekend. Palomar Medical Technology Inc. is the premier world leader in the development and production of medical lasers used by plastic surgeons. At the symposium, Dr. Lewis Obi shared his 30 months of experience with Slim Lipo (LifeSculpt) system to an international audience. Dr. Obi was one of the first plastic surgeons in the world to integrate this advanced technology into his practice.

In January, Dr. Lewis Obi was the first plastic surgeon in the United States to integrate Palomar’s Adivive™ FDA approved Fat Processing Unit into his practice. Three of the major clinical researchers and developers of fat-derived stem cell fat are Dr. He Young Lee of South Korea, Dr. Katora Hoshimura of Tokyo, and Dr. Mark Berman of Santa Monia. Since last year, Dr. Lewis Obi has worked closely with these pioneering plastic surgeons and has achieved tremendous success with his patients in the area of stem cell fat grafting. He has treated 25 patients in more than 40 areas including the face, breast and hands. The Adivive Fat Processing Unit is the only totally enclosed system which harvests fat, filters and centrifuges fat and finally delivers the stem cell concentrated aspirate into syringes that then injects into the target areas. The only major competitor of Adivive is the complex Cytori system which is not yet FDA approved and therefore unavailable in the United States. Cytori’s only domestic unit is PureGraft™ which is a very simple system of IV tubing that cleans the lipoaspirate without the complex features of Adivive i.e. compacting, filtering and condensing fat in a totally enclosed unit. Dr. Mark Berman, who shared the podium with Dr. Lewis Obi this past weekend, has commented that “PureGraft is not too different from what we all have been doing with fat for decades. The non FDA approved complex Cytori system is not bad but the cost factor is prohibitive for our domestic patients. Therefore Adivive (Lipokit) is the best and only cost efficient system in the area of stem cell fat."

THE WONDERS OF STEM CELLS

TRADITIONAL FACE LIFT GOES TO THE OPERA

I am amazed but not surprised with my patients response when any mention of fat is suggested as part of their facial procedures: “my friend had Dr. X inject her with fat and none of it took”. The patient pictured above is now two years post Cell Assisted Lipotransfer (CAL) which is the most advanced technique of fat grafting. 

Since January of 2011 I have provided Adivive treatments to approximately 200 patients with significant take in 90% of patients treated. More recently the addition of PRP and CAL has not only increased the long term volume retained but has significantly reduced bruising and down time.

Adivive, CAL and PRP is now used in the majority of traditional face lift and eye lid surgery procedures to produce a prolonged natural youthful look and reduce the need for future synthetic fillers.

Typical results after LJO brow lift and eyelid surgery enhanced with adipose derived stem cells (Adivive plus PRP). 

In terms of total body aesthetics as well as fee reduction (up to 50%), SlimLipo of the donor site is often performed at the same time. 

This patient had her abdomen and face treated on a Wednesday and back to work on Monday.

Very pleased patient who underwent total face lift, LJO brow lift and eyelid surgery and recently had Adivive/PRP to face after weight gain. Post Adivive pictures will be posted after her next visit.

We have been researching the application of adipose derived stem cells in the area of regenerative and therapeutic uses for three years. We are now a participating IRB member of the Cell Surgical Network of California and will extend our technology to other specialties in the near future.

Lewis J. Obi, MD

www.obiplasticsurgery.com

Adivive Autologous Fat Transfer and Platelet-­Rich Plasma: Changing the Face of Anti-­Aging Treatments

Non Invasive Facelift Patient – OPERA Lift Major

In our March 2012 blog, Dr. Lewis Obi was quoted in Plastic Surgery Practice (PSP) magazine regarding his utilization of the Adivive Fat Processing Unit. The article also featured updates about use of platelets and fibroblasts in cosmetic procedures. To date, Dr. Obi has performed over 100 Adivive autologous fat transfer procedures and since the publication of the PSP article has combined the rejuvenating effects of platelet-rich plasma (PRP). 

Read the article in its entirety here: http://www.plasticsurgerypractice.com/issues/articles/2012-­‐03_05.asp 

Through the unique combination of Adivive fat transfer and PRP, facial rejuvenation patients benefit by receiving long-lasting results, improved facial tones and textures, and the reduced chances of bruising or infections. 

Not only has Dr. Lewis Obi incorporated the use of PRP into his non invasive facelifts (OPERA Lifts), surgical facelifts, and his LJO Brow Lift but he also has integrated it into other surgical procedures including breast reconstructions and augmentations as well as tummy tucks. 

Dr. Obi was the first plastic surgeon in Jacksonville to utilize the MAGELLAN Autologous Platelet Separator for assimilation of PRP into plastic surgery. 

Non Invasive Facelift Patient – OPERA Lift Major

In the past week, the Obi Plastic Surgery Clinic prepared a short video demonstrating how Dr. Lewis Obi harvests and prepares fat for transfer for his non invasive facelift, the OPERA Lift and for breast reconstruction patients. You may watch the video below or visit YouTube to see the Adivive fat transfer video or other plastic surgery videos.

Enhancing Breasts Without Implants

Dr. Lewis Obi is Asked to Share his Adivive Expertise with of Australia’s Cosmetic Surgery and Beauty Magazine. 

Active involvement and contribution to medical studies and education is an important factor in the success of Dr. Lewis Obi and is reflected in his patient care.

As an internationally recognized plastic surgeon, Dr. Lewis Obi was recently interviewed as an authority on Adivive Breast Enhancing by Australia’s leading health and beauty magazine “Cosmetic Surgery and Beauty.” In the article, written by Jenni Gilbert, Dr. Obi is quoted regarding his use and success of the Adivive Fat Transfer System to date. Coincidentally, Dr. Obi acquired the first FDA approved unit in the United States in January of last year.

“In my experience, the Adivive Fat Transfer System provides a cleaner, more concentrated fat of extraordinary quality,” says Dr. Lewis Obi of his 25 years of experience with fat grafting.

Dr. Obi was also the first plastic surgeon in Jacksonville to utilize the Adivive Fat Processing Unit and has performed over 100 successful fat grafting procedures – anatomically this includes the face, neck and breasts.

Incidentally, Dr. Lewis Obi will be presenting at a major Australian symposium via Skype in September after a similar presentation on site in Chicago.

Be sure to read the upcoming September Obi Plastic Surgery Clinic newsletter for details of the article.