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How Long Should I Wait for a Second Round of Lipo/Fat Transfer to Breasts?

needhelp1Sep 22, 2011
Hello, I had lipo and fg to buttocks 4 months ago.My stomach looks likes its never been lipo before, i had more results immediately after surgery. i am pretty content with my butt. I KNOW i need a second round of lipo, this time i want the fat transfered to my breast. When can i get lipo on the same areas since its been 4 months from my 1st procedure? Will lipo hurt more the second time? I felt absolutely no pain the first time. Also, will the fat attained from previous lipo sites be usable?

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Dr. Darryl J. Blinski, MD
Dr. Darryl J. Blinski, MD
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Answered on Sep 23, 2011
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