I'm 2 weeks post fat grafting to malar, buccal areas in cheek and temples. Doc and I agreed to transfer 30cc of purified fat, which he ended up using on my face. I feel like most of my swelling is gone: 1) Could most swelling be gone at 2 weeks? 2) Is this close to my final result? I know I'll lose some fat over next few months but how much is lost after 2 weeks? 3) Would 30cc give me a substantial (noticeable) correction? I asked for that and hope to see a "fuller" version of myself. Thank you.
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It is not necessary to remove old filler before fat grafting but you may choose to go this route after consultation with your surgeon. First, dissolving filler can only be performed with hyaluronic acid fillers so products like Radiesse and Sculptra would not respond. In that case...
No I don't think you need to wait until the filler is completely gone. By 9 months after your filler treatment, much of it should be gone and if there is any question hyaluronidase can be used prior to fat grafting to remove any residual Juvederm.
I think that in order to properly evaluate you and quote you a fee, you need to be seen in person. How much fat do you have to harvest, how much do you need to fill,etc..