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Any tips leading up to fat transfer day?

StilettomeJul 3, 2017
Hi, I'm due for my fat transfer in abt 2 weeks. Is there any tips or things I am do or eat to help in getting the best results? I was told by my doctor no noogleberry, alcohol, supplements 1 week before procedure. Any advice is welcome. Thank you

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Dr. Javad Sajan, MD
Physician, Board Certified in Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery
Answered on Jul 7, 2017
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