Can fat be removed and stored and injected at a later time?

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Constantino G. Mendieta, MD · Answer

This is not recommended. Time decreases survival rate, success and is not the best practice. Work with your surgeon to make sure they know the specific areas you want to add plump. On some occasions patients who are devoid of the fat cells necessary for the BBL are asked to gain weight.This however is not indicative of survival rate or post-surgical success metrics. I have had certain patients gain weight so that we had enough fat to transfer. It is all about designing the perfect plan for You.Good luck, please let us know how it goes.-Dr. Constantino Mendieta

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

In the state of CA you cant store fat unless you are a tissue bank, which is why I dont unlike my days working in new york. with that said some companies provide a service where they will hold the fat for you, and those  i use.  Best, Dr, Emer.

Afshin Farzadmehr, MD · Answer

I have had success with fat transfer immediately and using fat that has been safely stored for future use.  The results in my 13 year experience has been similar success.  The key factor is the method of fat extraction and handling which is surprising that is so different among different surgeons.

Elliot M. Heller, MD · Answer

After doing lipo, You can get repeat fat injections after to some areas under local anesthesia. I would search for a Plastic Surgeon in your area and read the reviews, Go on a consultation with them and see before and after photos. Good Luck.

Kevin G. Rose, MD · Answer

No, you would need to use the fat that same day.  If you wanted another round of fat injections you would need to remove more fat at a later date.

Can fat be removed and stored and injected at a later time?

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