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Lumps on face after fat transfer when smiling (Photo)

Thoughtful9181Aug 18, 2023
I am a 42 yr old Asian female. I had fat from my thigh that wastranferred to my mid face below my lower eyelids. My face at rest looks fine but when I smile, there are bumps. Is this normal and will it go away? How long will it take it go away?

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Dr. William Portuese, MD
Dr. William Portuese, MD
Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
Answered on Aug 22, 2023
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Dr. Mats Hagstrom, MD (license on probation)
Dr. Mats Hagstrom, MD (license on probation)
Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
Answered on Aug 21, 2023
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