I would like to have a facial fat transfer and subcision done, which order would deliver the best results? (photos)

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I'd like to address 3 facial concerns; an undefined jawline, volume loss in cheekbone area and atrophic acne scarring on my cheeks. The procedures I'd like to get done are fat transfer from my chin/lower face to my cheekbone area and subcision on my cheeks. Please could you advise if there is an order I should get these treatments done? I'm wondering if/how poking a subcision cannula around in the same areas as where I've had lipo/fat grafting would affect results/healing.

David M. Kowalczyk, MD, MBA, FACS · Answer

Hello! I would suggest performing the subcision first. Then, allow healing to occur and consider the fat transfer once completed. Hope this helps.

Mats Hagstrom, MD (license on probation) · Answer

Did you make your own assessment and come up with the plan yourself? Or, is this the recommendation of a plastic surgeon?
Before having permanent changes to your face, I suggest vetting providers carefully and asking them to show you lots of before and after pictures of previous patients who’ve had similar treatments with long-term follow up.
I question if the proposed treatment plan is going to give you what you’re hoping for.
Best,
Mats Hagstrom MD

I would like to have a facial fat transfer and subcision done, which order would deliver the best results? (photos)

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