Quantity of fat transferred to face. Is 15cc considered normal or too much?

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I recently got injected with 15 cc of fat into my face. There are barely any bruises but my face is too much swelled & looks like a pear! Is this quantity of fat considered normal or too much? And will my face look the same as pear after swell will be out? Thank u

John J. Martin, Jr., MD · Answer

Different faces will need different amounts of fat transferred.  15cc of fat is not a lot of fat for a normal transfer.  Often 30cc and up will be used if filling in cheeks, temples, marionette lines.  If you had it done recently a lot of swelling will go down.  So be patient.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

15 cc is relatively small amount of fat to be injected into the face.  It depends on what areas are being treated.  I suggest waiting 6-8 weeks to determine if you like the final outcome, swelling takes time to resolve.  Arnika Forte and prednisone help if you are severely swollen, I would speak to your physician.  Best, Dr. Emer.

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