Does ice kill the fat after a Facial Fat Transfer?

April 28, 2022
Asked By:spiceful in Wichita, KS

I had a facelift with fat transfer, I am very happy with my results, however I used a lot of ice because of swelling. Now, after 6 months, I am noticing I have lost quite a bit of the fat volume. I researched on u-tube and one Dr. stated not to use ice on swelling because it kills the fat. I was not aware of this. Could this be true?

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Answer: Ice and Fat

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May 1, 2022

Answer: Fat survival

Marc Polacco, MDBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
May 1, 2022

Answer: Fat survival

Marc Polacco, MDBoard Certified Facial Plastic Surgeon
April 30, 2022

Answer: Facial fat transfer

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April 30, 2022

Answer: Facial fat transfer

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