Do I have enough fat for fat transfer? I am incredibly thin, 90-ish pounds

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I recently went for a consult for a neck left and the doctor suggested additional procedures including fat transfer. I am incredibly thin (90-ish pounds) and he didn’t say where he would take the fat from. He also didn’t physically examine me (my face, neck, or areas where fat might be taken from). Is this typical that no physical exam is performed? I wouldn’t want to lose fat from my thighs or butt…Does the doctor usually discuss where fat would be taken from? This consult was incredibly brief.

Mark G. Albert, MD, FACS · Answer

Thank you for your question. Yes, the place where the fat will be taken is discussed prior to the procedure and you can tell your Doctor were you want it to be taken and what areas you want to preserve. Is this fat transfer to the face? The amount of fat that is require for face is very minimal and wont impact the look of the area.

Edwin F. Williams, III, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. Fat transfer is most commonly taken from the abdomen and thighs. If you are concerned at all, I suggest you reach out to your surgeon to get your questions answered and concerns addressed prior to the procedure. Best of luck!

Tim Neavin, MD · Answer

Yes, you should certainly know where your fat will be taken.  90 pounds is certainly thin.  However, it is possible you have enough fat for the transfer.  Of course it depends on where your fat is stored and how much will need to be injected.  You should also know where the incisions will be made for the fat harvesting.

Mats Hagstrom, MD (license on probation) · Answer

Unless you’re absolutely sad and having this provider do your procedure I suggest all patients have multiple in person consultations with local board-certified plastic surgeons who have extensive experience with the procedure you’re interested in.

I would think and someone who is very thin discussing where fat will be harvested from would be an important part of the consultation if someone is thorough and detail oriented.

I think you need to follow up with that provider and complete which should’ve been discussed during your original consultation.

Best,

Mats Hagstrom MD

Do I have enough fat for fat transfer? I am incredibly thin, 90-ish pounds

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Answer: Examination and a thorough discussion

Answer: Examination and a thorough discussion

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