In 2012 had glass shards removed from buttcheek after a freak accident. Now there is a hollow and it's uncomfortable. Options?

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I had to have glass shards removed from my cheek. A plastic surgeon did an amazing job, minor scarring, the contour is intact well, given the situation. She explained that because she had to remove layers of, I guess tissue and stuff, there is a "hollow" that is not filled in with fat/muscle/tissue whatever was there before. Over time it's gotten more uncomfortable to sit and I wish I could just fill the hole. Is that a solution? If so, how do I mention it? Is this common after surgery?

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

Fat transfer may be a very reasonable choice based upon your description and goals. Photos would be helpful in determining if you have areas of fat that be harvested and transferred to the buttock. Typically 50% of the fat that is transferred obtains permanence so you may need more than one fat transfer to completely fill the hollow space.  Kenneth Hughes, MD, Board Certified Plastic SurgeonLos Angeles, CA

Samuel Beran, MD · Answer

Fat grafting is a great way to replace large volumes of missing tissue. If the defect is substantial, it may take several sessions to reach the optimal result.

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