Is there anything I can do to help even & or dissolve my fat transfer/graft out? As in massaging or heat? Any tips? (Photos)

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I had a dr basically talk me into getting a fat transfer to my upper cheek & under eye area. It's been 2 weeks and I'm upset & very concerned. I feel like the fat in my cheeks are not symmetrical & seems my left has more fat and sits lower. Seems too much. I don't look like myself. I've read that steroids (could you explain in more detail about that?) And another option is to get it lipo out but seems to be that it's very difficult and I would like to avoid any more surgery or downtime etc

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

It is too soon to tell what your final results will be. You still have swelling after your procedure which can last 3-6 months. A short course of prednisone, icing of the area, venus legacy and OTC ibuprofen can help decrease swelling. I recommend sculptra and prp to help improve final results. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer

Cain R. Linville, MD, FACS · Answer

My recommendation is that you don't do anything right now.  The fat that's there will settle out, smooth out, and even out, all on its own.  Remember, only about 50-60% of the fat that was injected will survive.  So, just be patient and let the swelling go down and give it time.  Your results right now look very good and how I would expect being only 2 weeks out.

Is there anything I can do to help even & or dissolve my fat transfer/graft out? As in massaging or heat? Any tips? (Photos)

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