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Would facial fat transfer/grafting affect lymphatic drainage in the same manner that dermal fillers do?

Joannebc
I have read that dermal filler in the cheeks, and tear trough can block facial lymphatics and cause tear trough swelling. Would facial fat transfer/grafting affect lymphatic drainage in the same manner?

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