Hello, just got upper eyelid surgery done was planning to get low blepharoplasty as well, but my doctor said I have sunken in under eyes and not bags. Therefore I'm not a candidate. Dr said nanofat will be a better option which makes sense. My question is what are the long term risks? I see a lot of people & Doctors speak against it because of the lumps and other physical side effects. Can the fat transfer to anywhere else besides where it's placed? Just need some true clarity, thanks in advance
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Answer: Nanofat grafting may be a good option around eyes
This is an interesting question. The main issue with fat transfer to the nasolabial fold is survivability. The fold itself has very little native fat so there is not a real home for the factor to live. The best place to put the fat in the fold is actually on the piriform aperture adjacent to...
This needs an in-person evaluation. A combination of 5/FU steroids, lasers, microneedling/prp and radiofrequency can give improvement. See an expert. Best, Dr. Emer
Thank you for your photos. Without knowing how much fat was injected it is impossible to know how much you retained. The swelling after surgery can last for months. So it is possible you have mistaken fat for swelling. Based on your photos now, assuming that the last picture is your current...