Had full facial fat transfer 3 days ago, including lips. Because of the swelling I find it more comfortable to drink through a straw. I wonder would it be bad for the fat grafts since I think that uses the lip and buccal muscles? I find icing or a cold shower after a hot shower helps reduce swelling but would that hinder fat survival? I dont want to take chances as this is already my second fat transfer. The first one did not take as well as I want it to. Thanks
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October 14, 2016
Answer: Getting the Best Results After Facial Fat Transfer/Grafting
It is not completely normal to have bruising seven weeks after a procedure, but it does happen. Are you sure it is bruising? It may be 'post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation' or just shadowing that you aren't used to. Your surgeon could take a close look at it and give you a good answer also.
It could be grafted to the scalp, and has a great impact on the face/neck. Facial fat grafting along with lasers, RF treatments, ultherapy and fillers can all tighten and rejuvenate the neck and face. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer
This is a good question. Fat transfer to the chest in men is a great procedure as well as in breast for women. In men, great definition can be added and indents fix very easily. It is basically a sculpting procedure that is performed. I have repaired chest with the...