I am having fat grafting surgery next week and I take the following supplements daily: msm powder, borage oil, vitamin e, vitamin c, alpha lipoic acid. Do I need to stop all of them? Would these supplements cause more swelling/bruising or affect results?
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October 9, 2016
Answer: Supplements to speed recovery and healing with fat tranfer
There is little evidence that shows fat grafts survival increases/decreases dependent on area. The technique is more important. Successful fat transfer can last 10+ years with minimal need for touch ups. We use water-assisted harvesting of fat (BodyJet/AquaJet) and find it has high levels of ...
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Yes, fat can be liposuctioned from other areas of your body and transferred into your legs. Fat Transfer is a common surgery. You should make a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon to find out what is best with you.
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Abigail. Fat transfer to the hips is done on an outpatient basis, and it is necessary to avoid laying on the areas where fat was transferred for 2 weeks. Depending on amount of fat harvested and number of areas of liposuction, return to work within one week. Be sure to consult with a board ce...
