Should minor liposuction for grafting purposes to indentation caused by kenalog be done under general anesthesia?

Great results can be achieved with local anesthesia or general anesthesia but there are significant differences.  In my practice, body lipoSCULPTing and fat Transfer is always performed with local anesthesia and light sedation. It’s safe, comfortable, shortens Recovery, and minimizes complications.  It’s all about experience and technique. 

This will be the most comfortable and will give the most even result. Keep in mind, fat transfer technique is important for successful fat transfer. I recommend water-assisted fat harvesting which gives pure fat to transfer and combine with platelet rich plasma (PRP) to get the most viable and sustainable fat cells. I combine with Sculptra to improve final results. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer

Hello,Board certified plastic surgeons can perform procedures like liposuction and fat grafting in hospitals and surgery centers where general anesthesia can be performed, unlike dermatologists and other surgeons not accredited for said procedures. Unless you like discomfort and being awake for the procedure, I recommend general anesthesia. Best of luck!