Can I get a cheek fat transfer revision?

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I had a fat transfer done to my cheeks in the nasal labia folds of my mouth and in the cheekbone area. The area in the cheekbones looks like the fat bunched up and created. Bludgeoned on both sides of my face where my cheekbones are. I don't think this looks natural. There was also too much fat out into the nasal labia folds. My face looks swollen and fat. Please help. I was told by the doctor who did the surgery that it will look worst if he takes out the fat. What can I do?

Paul Mittermiller, MD · Answer

The options for revision depend a bit on how extreme the problems are and when the operation was performed. If the operation was performed fairly recently (within the past few months), you will want to wait since there is likely residual swelling. Also, some of the fat may not survive and the areas will get smaller on their own. If there is a huge amount of excess fat, liposuction to certain areas could be considered.

Can I get a cheek fat transfer revision?

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