Yesterday I got a face fat grafting procedure. Is it normal to be this swollen? (Photo)

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I started taking antibiotics one day before the procedure. I also get done a lipo vaser on the nasogenian folds at the same time.

Larry S. Nichter, MD, MS, FACS · Answer

Swelling after fat transfer rapidly increases to a maximum 2-3 days following the procedure. Head elevation, icing, bromelain, arnica, low salt diet, no bending or lifting all helpful for most to decrease swelling.#fattransfer

Elizabeth Whitaker, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for a great question and for sharing your experience and photos.  Your swelling appears typical for one day out from the procedure...it may even worsen over the first 2-3 days and then progressively improve.  Share your concern with your surgeon.  I hope you find this helpful. Best wishes!Consult with a Board Certified Fellowship Trained Facial Plastic Surgery Specialist."This answer has been solicited without seeing this patient and cannot be held as true medical advice, but only opinion. Seek in-person treatment with a trained medical professional for appropriate care."

Goretti Ho Taghva, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question and photos.  Swelling after fat grafting and Vaser is normal.  The swelling should improve after 3-4 days and the residual swelling may persist for 2-4 weeks after the procedure.  If the swelling balloons up and becomes more and more asymmetric, that is abnormal and that may be due to a hematoma/ infection and you should seek medical attention immediately.  Best wishes!

Curtis Perry, MD · Answer

Swelling after Vaser and fat transfer is very common. Cold compresses and head elevation during the first 48 hours will help.

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