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What is the wait time between fat graft procedures?

poopadoopMar 29, 2015
I'm afraid I won't have the desired hip size and breast size after the procedure I plan to have next year. How long must I wait to do the procedure a second time? (I am not at all open to implants)

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Dr. Israel Manon, MD
Dr. Israel Manon, MD
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Answered on Nov 20, 2017
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Dr. Rachel Streu, MD, FACS
Dr. Rachel Streu, MD, FACS
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Answered on Mar 31, 2015
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Dr. Steven Wallach, MD
Dr. Steven Wallach, MD
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Answered on Mar 30, 2015
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