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Fat Transfer to Face- Cheeks, Temples & Under Eyes - Beverly Hills, CA

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I've noticed that I've been losing volume in my...

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kmj15
WORTH IT$5,000
I've noticed that I've been losing volume in my cheeks and under my eyes . I really want to look on the outside as I feel in the inside- So here goes my new adventure!! I have the best Dr ever- this will be my 5th procedure with Dr K ! I'm both excited and nervous to see the new me! I'll update often !!

kmj15's provider

M. Ryan Khosravi, MD, FACS

M. Ryan Khosravi, MD, FACS

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

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August 11, 2017
Good luck! You are so pretty already. I had upper bleph and fat transfer done to most of my face 5 weeks ago and my advice is DEFINITELY be patient!! Although it gets better every week, you can look asymmetrical for a long time. You will feel like you made the biggest mistake of your life for a while but just know that it all settles in and it just takes time- a lot of time! I looked like a pumpkin for 3 weeks. Sleep on your back with your head elevated as long as you can (i did for 2 1/2 weeks) and on your back for longer so as not to put pressure on the fat grafts. And...DON'T read about the horror stories on here early on or you will freak yourself out! Best of luck to you!!
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August 12, 2017
Hi-thank you for that! It's the day after my procedure and I'm in a little pain- I have been looking at my face and it's a tiny bit asymmetrical- which worries me but I'll be patient! I'm so happy I did this!!
August 31, 2017
your results look terrific. but a little confused about a couple of things. why did you say "not sure" under the title here? also, $2500 was for everything you had done including the lipo, fat transfer and the fillers? thanks..
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August 31, 2017
Hi- when you do a review you start by telling your journey, you have no idea how it will end. RealSelf community mangers will not let you start a review by saying otherwise. I will later update it by saying I AM TOTALLY SATISFIED!! Yay!! Yes- it cost me $2500 for the Fat transfer to my face. During the procedure Dr K collects just enough fat with lipo to clean and then inject the clean fat then into my face.
September 4, 2017
You look amazing! I'm having my cheeks done with fat transfer but I'm a little scared about the fat being taken from my thighs, did it hurt to remove the fat?
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September 7, 2017
Hi- no it didn't hurt hardly at all... I've had lipo done on my knees, my upper back thighs and my lower back waist area- all done at different times. This time was very minimal if at all pain. I think it was because there was not as much fat that was taken out for a face fat transfer; compared to a full lipo . Ps- I had local during the procedure. Good luck and I'm excited for you!!
October 7, 2017
Thank you so much!!! Thanks for taking the time to respond :) you really do look amazing and hope my results are great like yours
September 6, 2017
Can you take an after picture with no makeup and the unforgiving neon light? Thanks! also, how many cc's did you get in each side?
September 6, 2017
Oh, and you look great!!
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September 7, 2017
Hi- I posted some pictures today with only mascara on… I don't wear any eyeliner right now or blush because I don't want to put any pressure on my cheeks. The pics are in full sunlight and show everything... believe me there was no amount of makeup that could help me look good in pictures before the procedure! I was looking at some pictures from a year ago with full make up on ( as I went out on a dinner day) and all I could think of was " I wish I had done this earlier!" Thanks for your post!
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September 7, 2017
Thanks!! Also I don't know hi many CC's I asked Dr K and he said "enough" .. I just laughed! Of course he does have it in my medical file but what matters the most is that I trust him and that I let him do what he feels like will be the best result for me!
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Day of treatment

Right before and After the procedure-

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Dr K came in and we went over the areas on my face that bothered me... he also said that we should do my Marionette lines, which I agreed with! Dr K is so focused, and calming. I was 3/4 sleeping during procedure and could hear them- I felt no pain. Dr K did lipo on my upper inner thighs and then did the injections in 4 areas.

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August 14, 2017
Are you still happy with the procedure? Is it lasting?
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August 14, 2017
It's only been 3 days since I had procedure done- so I'm sill in the healing process. Im so so happy with it so far!! My cheeks are nice & full! I wold definitely recommend anyone who's thinking about this to do it! I've had 5 different cosmetic surgeries-all with Dr Khosravi- and they've ALL been great, but I'm loving this one the most because when I look in the mirror I feel like it's me again!!! (And not the lady who's been dragged through a rough life- lol!)
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September 4, 2017
You look fantastic. Did Dr. k say how much will retain from fat graft?
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September 4, 2017
No he did not. .. I was told and have read that everyones body maintains different amounts. But Dr K said that if the fat didn't take the 1st time (example only 50% survive) that the 2nd time the fat graft would for sure take better and would have a greater chance of survival. From my understanding it's like a layering process that helps to build up a foundation and environment for overall best lasting results!!! Please read my next post- I found some really awesome info on the fat transfer process and what to expect in the post op months!!! Are or have you done this procedure!?
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September 4, 2017
Thank you for your response. I'm considering it but found that it doesn't last long. Did you only pay $2500?
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September 4, 2017
I'm 3 weeks post and will post pictures tomor- I highly recommend it and if I have to do Round 2, I will - bc for me the results are amazing!!! I hope I don't only bc sleeping on my back instead of nestled on my hubbys chest is the hardest part of all this! Lol And yes Dr K charged me $2500- my sister in law Is going to have her tummy tuck with him and is getting a a great price bc she mentioned my name!! Dr is awesome-!!
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September 4, 2017
Awwe. You look amazing and hopefully you won't need round 2. I'm also considering Tummy Tuck, BBL and mini arm lift. Dr. K is on my list of surgeons to see. Thanks for sharing and I wish you a speedy recovery. :)
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September 4, 2017
Anytime- and if you get a chance, checkout my other review - I've had ALL 5 of my surgeries with Dr K which ALL of them came out perfect and gave me natural results! I've had tummy tuck, thigh lift, breast lift with implants, inner thigh lipo, lower back lipo, knee lipo and facial fat transfer. I want to get arm lipo in the future!!
September 23, 2017
How are the results holding up? How much fat has stayed?
September 26, 2017
Thank you for your candid photos and info. I'm looking for a Dr now to get a consult with. I've read in many places that for most women 50% + it last for years. So did he mention from the beginning that you may have to do it twice or did he say you would have to just wait and see?
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Day of treatment

1st day after - I'm already amazed!!

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I'm so happy! There's fullness in my face and I have minimal bruising. I can already tell the difference!!. I have a little soreness in my face and at the liposuction site - and I'm still feeling woozy, rest is a must! Dr K ordered me a product called Mend- it has Arnica & recovery agents in it that promotes healing and collegen boosters and it helps minimizes swelling.

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August 12, 2017
Hi,
You are looking great! I am having fat graft also under eyes and marionette lines can you tell me if you had to put ice after or at any time? Or you were never swollen? Thank you.
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August 12, 2017
Hi- I had icee bags ready but my Dr said NO icee packs - I think the pressure of it could leave an indentation or worse - you risk freezing the new fat that hasn't yet attached it self. And I DO have a lot of a swelling, the pic doesn't show it that well. Plus I'm using Arnica shakes & cream to help with swelling!
September 2, 2017
You look beautiful!Im getting mine done in October and I'm so scared.I hope mine turns out as good as yours.
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September 2, 2017
Thank you! Be brave and do it!!' Today is 3 weeks for me and I'm so happy I did it! This is a game changer! Please post !!
September 13, 2017
What was his method of injection? Did he use needle or cannula? Did you have your injection site stitched? (Just a single stitch )
October 7, 2017
You have fabulous hair too. Getting mind on Nov 3rd