I had a fat transfer to my nasolabial folds 2 weeks ago. I noticed it felt bumpy after the procedure and was told that this is normal. It still feels bumpy 2 weeks later and those areas are hard and noticable when I make certain facial expressions. Will these obvious bumps disappear over time?
March 28, 2013
Answer: Bumpiness after Fat Grafting to the Nasolabial Folds
If there is a great deal of asymmetry when smiling and the lumps are visible, I would say to visit your plastic surgeon. Having done this hundreds of times, I have not seen visible lumps after procedure. There is always swelling, which can be significant. Massage may help with the lumps and you are early in the healing process, but you need an exam. Kenneth Hughes, MD Los Angeles, CA
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March 28, 2013
Answer: Bumpiness after Fat Grafting to the Nasolabial Folds
If there is a great deal of asymmetry when smiling and the lumps are visible, I would say to visit your plastic surgeon. Having done this hundreds of times, I have not seen visible lumps after procedure. There is always swelling, which can be significant. Massage may help with the lumps and you are early in the healing process, but you need an exam. Kenneth Hughes, MD Los Angeles, CA
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March 28, 2013
Answer: Fat transfer to face
Fat transfer to the face is a common procedure. Nasolabial folds are one of the most frequent places it is done. It is normal to have some swelling and even some induration (firmness) in the area for over one month. It should however look relatively even side to side. If this is not true then please contact your doctor again to be sure there is no problem or infection.
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March 28, 2013
Answer: Fat transfer to face
Fat transfer to the face is a common procedure. Nasolabial folds are one of the most frequent places it is done. It is normal to have some swelling and even some induration (firmness) in the area for over one month. It should however look relatively even side to side. If this is not true then please contact your doctor again to be sure there is no problem or infection.
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