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It is true that fat transfer to the buttock is one of the more dangerous plastic surgery procedures performed. This is because of the risk of fat embolization of fat to the lungs. This is not a risk when it comes to fat transfer of the face. However, theoretically there is a risk of blindness if the fat embolizs to behind the eyeball. With blunt cannulas and proper technique this should not happen. Be sure to go to someone with a lot of experience to reduce your chances of complications.
Research has shown that it takes about 4 months for fat grafting to stabilize. Particularly on the face, you may need more than one session to achieve your desired result. I generally wait at least the 4 months and frequently up to 6 months.
Good question. I tell my patients to avoid ice because ice vasoconstricts vessels, leading to reduced blood flow to tissue. Studies show that warming tissue in the perioperative period improves fat survival, however faces can get some numbness after surgery and risk burning their face. It is...
What you have are very slightly depressed scars. Neither Botox nor fat grafting will correct the problem. The scars are also superficial enough that trying to fill them with a filler like Juvederm Volbella will not work either. You did not state your age or your skin care regimen. What you need...
