Is it a bad idea to do a fat transfer under the eye area before getting pregnant?

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Is it a bad idea to do a fat transfer to the under eye area before getting pregnant? Does it swell with pregnancy ? Do you need to be put under for a fat transfer? Thank you

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

Hello, thank you for your question. Fat can be harvested from anywhere in the body, fat Transfer around the eyes (periorbital area) can improve the appearance significantly and make you look significantly less tired.  However, keep in mind, this the most challenging and tricky areas to get right.  If too much fat is added and you end up looking over-filled, this can be very problematic and not easily corrected. I recommend you to schedule a consultation with a board certified plastic surgeon with skills and experience

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

I dont like fat under the eyes often I like HA fillers however, nano fat can sometimes be done with reasonable results if the cheeks are also treated to give the eyes support.  before pregnancy or after, fat grafting has no effect on the pregnancy.
There are many things you can do to treat under eye hollows and dark circles. A surgical option to remove skin and/or fat will be the best long term.  There are many things you can do to treat under eye hollows and dark circles. A surgical option to remove skin and/or fat will be the best long term.  However, non invasive less downtime options such as fillers, lasers, microneedling/PRP, cosmelan peels and stem cells can all help give some improvement. I suggest. You get a formal consultation to see what is best for you and your goals.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Toby Mayer, MD · Answer

In my opinion based on 45 years of Facial Plastic Surgery  fat transfer under eyes is NOT a good idea in any case. It is permanent! A better choice is Voluma which is reversible and lasts 2 years

Connie Hiers, MD, FACS · Answer

I would suggest avoiding the fat transfer if you plant to get pregnant soon. Some women gain a fair amount of weight during pregnancy, and transferred fat can also enlarge. I have removed some excess facial fat because it grew with weight gain after pregnancy and became too full.

Robert L. Kraft, MD, FACS · Answer

I do not recommend this procedure. You can have filler before becoming pregnant to address your concerns. This is performed under local anesthesia in the office setting.

Is it a bad idea to do a fat transfer under the eye area before getting pregnant?

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