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Sometimes it's normal have swelling after a procedure. You might've gotten IV fluids doing the surgery, you might have edema due to compression of your garment trapping fluid in your legs or you might have a more serious medical condition such as a blood clot that should be ruled out by your surgeon.
Hello dear!!Thanks for the question and provided information as well.You are still early on the healing process, it can take up to six months to see your final results, so please be patient. At the stage you are in, inflammation, discomfort and irregularities are normal.If you have any concerns, please follow up close with your plastic surgeon.Good luck :)
Swelling is more prominent and long lasting in areas of dependency. This is fairly common, but always a good idea to ask your surgeon.
Hello dear! Thanks for the question and provided information as well. Fat can be harvest from many areas: arms, abdomen, back, flanks, thighs, etc. In general, you need to be physically healthy and at a stable weight, have realistic expectations, be a non-smoker and your BMI needs to be 30 or...
Tanning is not harmful to the fat grafts or the areas of liposuction. Tanning is overall a poor habit for good skin health and more specifically it can darken the small fat grafting and liposuction incisions.Earl Stephenson, Jr, MD,DDS, FACS
Hello, and thank you for this question. In our practice we have found that patients with many medical conditions that are properly managed and under control can undergo cosmetic procedures safely. We recommend that patients get a medical clearance for any outstanding issues. You can schedule a...
Hello dear!! Thanks for the question and provided information as well. Unfortunately, without pictures, it is very difficult to give you a proper answer. In general, you need to be physically healthy and at a stable weight, have realistic expectations, be a non-smoker and your BMI needs to be...
No insurance companies pay for fat augmentation to the buttocks, because it is entirely cosmetic operation.
Hello dear!! Thanks for the question and provided information as well. Each doctor has their own protocol. It is very important that you talk to him about your concerns and goals. I recommend my patients not to sit for more than 30 mins. every two hours, for the first 2 weeks, and always with...
