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Wednesday, March 21. 2007
What can you do to correct fat transfer problems?
A few weeks ago I was asked to evaluate a patient with irregular fat deposits resulting from a fat transfer. She had undergone repeated fat transfers into the lips, cheeks, and nasolabial folds with less than perfect results.
Although the transferred fat had been applied relatively regularly, the ensuing hematoma (bleeding/bruising) had resulted in a significant shift of the applied fat and deep scarring.
All things being equal, Fat Transfer is very successful; however infections, seroma formation (collection of fluid under the skin) and irregular absorption of the fat can lead to a lumpy appearance.
Solution: Once again, we need to use a comprehensive approach to correct this problem. I usually start by breaking the excess fat and scarring down with repeated intralesional cortisone shots (ILTAC 2.5mg/cc). This is followed by subsicion of the deep fibrous bands, and lymphatic drainage. Finally, the excess fat can be gently suctioned by hand.
COMMENTS:
Dear patient,
yes; a seroma can cause laxity of skin. Although i do not perform tummy tucks I have seen this problem although. The skin should retract slowly over several months. Thermage may be an option to tighten the skin. I also have the new Cooltouch laser with the Coolbreeze technology thay may help. Feel free to come in for a consutation.
yours,
A. David Rahimi,MD,FAAD
I had a fat face inyection and I didn't like it. I feel so different and I want my previose face. Is there any way to get my face like before. Is there any excercise or medicine or treatment that I can take to dissaper that fat.
Thank you for your help
I had a tummy tuck in March and had seroma and now my stomach has a pooch above the incision line bigger than my tummy was before. I went in for four aspirations and was told it was all taken out; what now?
Posted by: Jill S 2007-07-30 13:59