How long do I need to wait between procedures?

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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?

Eric M. Joseph, MD · Answer

While your face is still swollen after revision rhinoplasty, it may be difficult to determine how much fat to inject into your cheeks. When you no longer have facial swelling, that may be a reasonable time to proceed with Lipo transfer. Hope this helps. Sincerely, Dr. Joseph

Timothy M. Greco, MD, FACS · Answer

Hi there! I'd recommend you wait 6 months for another fat transfer. The swelling will be subsided by then and you can receive uninterrupted post-fat transfer care.

Luis A. Mejia, MD · Answer

Dear Susie12.34, thanks for sharing your concerns the recommended amount of time to wait is 3 to 6 months between procedures to get the chance of swelling comes down and tissues recovery. Make sure you go on consultation with a board-certified plastic surgeon. Hope this helps and best of lucks. Dr. Luis Mejia.

Zeshaan Maan, MD · Answer

If your rhinoplasty surgeon is capable of doing the facial fat transfer, you can consider having it done at the same time. Otherwise you’ll want to wait ~3months to allow the swelling to resolve and allow for accurate assessment and planning for your facial fat transfer.

Zoran Potparic, MD · Answer

Very likely that 3 months after rhinoplasty surgery would be a good time to do second fat grafting. You should discuss this issue with both surgeons to be sure. Good luck.

How long do I need to wait between procedures?

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