Three days ago, I had Liposuction done on my hips and back area. Then, at the same time, I had a fat transfer (graft) into my cheeks and folds of my nose area (which I really didn't have). After three days, I still look like miss piggy. I look distorted, and I don't even look like myself. I had full natural lips which now look thinner, and the corners now go downward. I have a tiny nose which now goes up in the air, and fullness in the middle of my face. I'm very disturbed by the results. I was told I would look normal in 4-5 days, but I don't see how in two days i'll look like myself. Is it possible to have the fat transfer removed or reversed? Is there a procedure that can melt or dissolve the fat in my face? The plastic surgeon also said he added more because a lot of it will dissolve. Will it really dissolve, and how long will it take? I'm desperate to have my pretty little features back. Help!
Answer: Too early to tell about your final fat transfer results Three days is way too early to tell what you are going to look like. Fat grafting, depending on the technique that you use, creates a lot of manipulation to the tissues. This is a consequence of having to layer the fat into multiple separate layers in order to help the fat survive. This manipulation can create a lot of inflammation after your procedure and this can lead to the swelling that you are experiencing right now. Sometimes, this swelling and bruising can take several weeks to go away. I would definitely not do anything this soon. This could be a big mistake. If you do anything now you can have other effects that you weren't intending to have. You should definitely bring these concerns to your doctor. Your doctor will help you through this. There are a lot of amazing doctors out there and your doctor, I'm sure, is one of them. Just make him aware that you are concerned. When all of the swelling goes down, you will then be able to tell if you need anything else done. Don't worry, there are always options to help your situation. You can always add more fat to make the fat that is causing your concerns blend into the surrounding area. You can always remove fat through an incision, or through micro liposuction. Steroid injections can also be an alternative to consider. One thing you could consider is oral steroids at this point in your recovery. This could help your swelling. But make sure that you know of the potential risks involved with steroid use. Consulting a Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon would be something that I recommend. We specialize in the face and are highly qualified to help you with this.
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Too early to tell about your final fat transfer results Three days is way too early to tell what you are going to look like. Fat grafting, depending on the technique that you use, creates a lot of manipulation to the tissues. This is a consequence of having to layer the fat into multiple separate layers in order to help the fat survive. This manipulation can create a lot of inflammation after your procedure and this can lead to the swelling that you are experiencing right now. Sometimes, this swelling and bruising can take several weeks to go away. I would definitely not do anything this soon. This could be a big mistake. If you do anything now you can have other effects that you weren't intending to have. You should definitely bring these concerns to your doctor. Your doctor will help you through this. There are a lot of amazing doctors out there and your doctor, I'm sure, is one of them. Just make him aware that you are concerned. When all of the swelling goes down, you will then be able to tell if you need anything else done. Don't worry, there are always options to help your situation. You can always add more fat to make the fat that is causing your concerns blend into the surrounding area. You can always remove fat through an incision, or through micro liposuction. Steroid injections can also be an alternative to consider. One thing you could consider is oral steroids at this point in your recovery. This could help your swelling. But make sure that you know of the potential risks involved with steroid use. Consulting a Board Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon would be something that I recommend. We specialize in the face and are highly qualified to help you with this.
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Fat transfer I have never needed to do this on my patients as I never over correct with fat. It may not dissolve. However micro lipo and sometimes to the extreme of direct excisions have been done to remove these fat
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CONTACT NOW Answer: Fat transfer I have never needed to do this on my patients as I never over correct with fat. It may not dissolve. However micro lipo and sometimes to the extreme of direct excisions have been done to remove these fat
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November 17, 2014
Answer: Reversing Fat Transfer Results after three days Hi, I would suggest discussing your concerns with your plastic surgeon. After three days, one would still expect swelling and possible bruising which may play a role in your concerns. There is the initial swelling and bruising which can take two or three weeks to subside although full results may not be apparent for 3 to 5 months. Sometimes waiting is the best solution. You may find that you like the results! However, it is sometimes possible to remove fat through liposuction or direct excision. But be sure to check with your surgeon to make sure that there is not another issue. Hope this helps.
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Answer: Reversing Fat Transfer Results after three days Hi, I would suggest discussing your concerns with your plastic surgeon. After three days, one would still expect swelling and possible bruising which may play a role in your concerns. There is the initial swelling and bruising which can take two or three weeks to subside although full results may not be apparent for 3 to 5 months. Sometimes waiting is the best solution. You may find that you like the results! However, it is sometimes possible to remove fat through liposuction or direct excision. But be sure to check with your surgeon to make sure that there is not another issue. Hope this helps.
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April 18, 2016
Answer: Removing fat grafts from the body and face - Los Angeles
The swelling is most likely related to swelling, but I have reversed fat grafting performed by others using microcannula aspiration. Raffy Karamanoukian Los Angeles
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Answer: Removing fat grafts from the body and face - Los Angeles
The swelling is most likely related to swelling, but I have reversed fat grafting performed by others using microcannula aspiration. Raffy Karamanoukian Los Angeles
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May 9, 2010
Answer: Fat injections
Fat injections always involve a certain amount of fat cells that will not live in the recipient area. Doctors often compensate for this by adding more volume than would be needed when using an off-the-shelf filler such as Perlane, Juvederm Ultra Plus or Radiesse. Also, there is some local anesthetic in the fat cells after they're harvested, even if the mixture is centrifuged to decant off the unwanted liquid. Swelling is expected for several days to a week or more in some patients, depending on how the injections are done and in which plane the material is deposited..
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Answer: Fat injections
Fat injections always involve a certain amount of fat cells that will not live in the recipient area. Doctors often compensate for this by adding more volume than would be needed when using an off-the-shelf filler such as Perlane, Juvederm Ultra Plus or Radiesse. Also, there is some local anesthetic in the fat cells after they're harvested, even if the mixture is centrifuged to decant off the unwanted liquid. Swelling is expected for several days to a week or more in some patients, depending on how the injections are done and in which plane the material is deposited..
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