I am 7 months post op. I do not have smooth cheeks after fat transfers to areas beside mouth and face lift. What is the cause of this and what can be done?
Answer: Fat injections/ fat transfer
The unevenness in your face maybe, do to uneven placement of fat on your face. After 7 months, do not expect that the results would change to much, and as to the treatment new fat injections and probably some fat suction is recommened.
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The unevenness in your face maybe, do to uneven placement of fat on your face. After 7 months, do not expect that the results would change to much, and as to the treatment new fat injections and probably some fat suction is recommened.
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Answer: Uneven cheeks after fat transfer
One of the downsides of fat transfer is that the fat may not be absorbed equally on both sides. We still know much too little about the mechanism of fat transfer. In this case, you may need a touchup on one side. Depending on your feelings about fat transfer at this point, you could either have additional transfers or try conventional fillers, such as Radiesse, to improve hte contouring.
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Answer: Uneven cheeks after fat transfer
One of the downsides of fat transfer is that the fat may not be absorbed equally on both sides. We still know much too little about the mechanism of fat transfer. In this case, you may need a touchup on one side. Depending on your feelings about fat transfer at this point, you could either have additional transfers or try conventional fillers, such as Radiesse, to improve hte contouring.
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February 17, 2013
Answer: Irregularities after Facelift and Fat Transfer
It is difficult to make any suggestions from this one photo. If you posted photos of both sides of your face as well as preoperative photos more helpful suggestions could be made. Fat grafting to depressed areas is reasonable. Find a plastic surgeon with ELITE credentials who does hundreds of facelifts and fat transfers each year. Kenneth Hughes, MD Los Angeles, CA
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Answer: Irregularities after Facelift and Fat Transfer
It is difficult to make any suggestions from this one photo. If you posted photos of both sides of your face as well as preoperative photos more helpful suggestions could be made. Fat grafting to depressed areas is reasonable. Find a plastic surgeon with ELITE credentials who does hundreds of facelifts and fat transfers each year. Kenneth Hughes, MD Los Angeles, CA
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February 11, 2013
Answer: Uneven after fat grafting
Fat grafting is not an exact science and the final results depend on many variables, including the quality of the fat harvested, the technique used to process and transfer it, as well as the area it is being placed. Over time the results have improved but not perfected. The areas which are uneven I believe can be treated with either further grafting or off the shelf fillers. Discuss your concerns with your surgeon who I bet will want to help you, and probably give you the best deal. Good luck.
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Answer: Uneven after fat grafting
Fat grafting is not an exact science and the final results depend on many variables, including the quality of the fat harvested, the technique used to process and transfer it, as well as the area it is being placed. Over time the results have improved but not perfected. The areas which are uneven I believe can be treated with either further grafting or off the shelf fillers. Discuss your concerns with your surgeon who I bet will want to help you, and probably give you the best deal. Good luck.
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February 8, 2013
Answer: Facelift and Fat Transfer
As others have stated, the asymmetries are most likely related to the survival and lack thereof the fat grafts Although the technique has strong proponents, my preference is to use Sculptra in shaping facial volume in conjunction with a facelift. Sculptra offers gradual facial volume changes that is safe and predictable without need for a donor site. Both fat transfer and Sculptra require repeat procedures in order to accomplish the desired result.
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Answer: Facelift and Fat Transfer
As others have stated, the asymmetries are most likely related to the survival and lack thereof the fat grafts Although the technique has strong proponents, my preference is to use Sculptra in shaping facial volume in conjunction with a facelift. Sculptra offers gradual facial volume changes that is safe and predictable without need for a donor site. Both fat transfer and Sculptra require repeat procedures in order to accomplish the desired result.
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