How soon can I be seen in public after a fat transfer to tear troughs?

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How soon after a fat transfer to tear troughs can I be seen in public, without anybody asking "Oh my god, what happened to your face?!" :) When is it very safe to say that the swelling will have gone down to that point? What's the longest it can last? Any bruising can be covered with makeup, but there's no way to hide bad puffiness.

Tim Neavin, MD · Answer

Great question.  Swelling will range from person to person and the area of transfer and volume.  For one week you will have noticeable swelling.  After this, some swelling could persist for a few more weeks.

John J. Martin, Jr., MD · Answer

Most people are swollen and sometimes bruised for about 10-14 days.  You may notice this more than anyone else.  Just put on some glasses and they probably won't see anything.

Edward E. Dickerson, IV, MD · Answer

It will take typically 1-2 weeks before you can be seen in public with out anyone noticing. It make take longer if you have significant bruising. After 2 weeks you should be able to wear make up and cover most of the bruising though. As always, follow the instructions your surgeon gave you. Good luck

Julio Clavijo-Alvarez, MD, MPH, FACS · Answer

Thanks for sharing your question.

Swelling usually is better after 1 to 2 weeks after the
procedure. The bruising can be present for a similar time period.

By 6 weeks you should have a steady outcome.

Finally, make sure that you have a
consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon that specializes in eyelids
and fat grafting.

Wishing you the best in your journey

Michael M. Omidi, MD, FACS · Answer

One week is sufficient, any residual bruising can be covered with makeup.  Generally the swelling isn't so bad.  An in-person exam with a board-certified plastic surgeon is the best way to assess your needs and provide true medical advice. Best of luck. Dr. Michael Omidi

John A. Millard, MD, FACS · Answer

Typically there is significant welling and/or bruising for at least one to two weeks, which would be the minimum amount of time to plan to not be in public if this is your concern.  In a majority of cases, not all, after two weeks most of the signs of the procedure can be disguised with makeup.

Paul S. Howard, MD · Answer

As a general rule, the amount of "puffiness" one has will depend on the amount of fat injected, the skill of the injector as well as the depth of the injections. Deep injections for the tear trough area should yield minimal swelling and days of recovery rather than weeks. Lip injections are a whole different matter and could take weeks until you have "plausible deniability."

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