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Are results after a Facial Fat Transfer evident right after surgery? Is 8cc of Fat enough for a facial fat transfer ?

aesthetics93Sep 6, 2017
I had a fat transfer to my face done approximately 24 hours ago. My cheeks looked fuller after surgery but the next day my cheeks don't seem to be full at all. Could I possibly have absorbed most of the fat already or does it take a few days / weeks / months for the results to be evident? Thanks

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