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Can fat cells replicate or just increase in size? Is there a consensus among plastic surgeons?

sh0rtyJan 31, 2024
Can fat cells replicate on a very thin person who restricts calories , or do they just increase in size? and why do Board certified doctors have varying opinions on something thats supposed to be biological?

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Dr. Mats Hagstrom, MD (license on probation)
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Generally, each certain is responsible for follow up for their own patients. This means that you should follow up with your provider. You can always consult with other plastic surgeons in your community to see what they have to say, but removing fat necrosis from the midface is inherently...

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I did not recommend fitting providers based on techniques used or any brands of devices, or any other marketing gimmick. The bottom line is finding a provider who has to skill an experience and is an ethical inherent. Patient advocate. Finding the right provider is not easy or straightforward...

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The incision for the belly button is hidden inside, and shouldn't be obvious nor should it affect its shape. One incision alone may not be enough, however, because if you are thin the harvest from one site may cause a dent.

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