I have previously had a facial fat transfer to my cheeks and under eyes but the results did not last. I would like to undergo another fat transfer but i am planning on having a revision rhinoplasty this September with a different surgeon. How long should i wait after the rhinoplasty to go ahead with fat transfer to cheeks and under eyes?
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Answer: May be best to wait for all of your facial swelling to dissipate after revision rhinoplasty.
In order to get you quality assessment that we generally need to see some comparison.
A complete set of proper before and after pictures would be helpful.
Steroid injections can create fat atrophy.
This is a fairly uncommon complication, but can lead to serious disfigurement when it happens.
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The only way to determine this would be to see a board certified facial plastic surgeon or surgeon that deals with rhinoplasty. The best way is to have a examination inside your nose with a headlight called anterior rhinoscopy and see what is going inside your nose. Looking up causes of...
Please consider re-asking your question with a photo that shows your indentation. We have had great success in permanently feeling nasal indentations that can occur after rhinoplasty surgery. We prefer to use silicon 1000, a safe and permanent soft tissue filler. Thank you. Sincerely, Dr. Joseph
