Scheduled Fat Grafting Surgery?
This page contains all of your pre-surgery instructions. Conveniently located in Jacksonville, Garcia Facial Plastic Surgery, led by double board-certified facial plastic and reconstructive surgeon Dr. Phillip Garcia, offers fat grafting surgery for men and women residing in Ponte Vedra Beach, Orange Park, Lakeside and nearby areas in North Florida.
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Scheduled a fat grafting consultation?
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After scheduling your fat grafting procedure, all that’s left to do is plan and prepare for the day of your surgery. At Garcia Facial Plastic Surgery, we want you to be as informed and as comfortable as possible coming into your surgery. After discussing the details of your procedure during your fat grafting consultation, we’ll provide you with detailed guidelines for you to follow when it comes to pre-surgical care. These guidelines and other helpful information is available for reference below.
– Sandra’s Before & After
Sandra received Fat Grafting in addition to Facelift, Neck Lift, and Upper Eyelid Surgery.
Essential Surgical Documents For You To Review
Please download these essential pre surgical documents and lists of supplies
ITEMS YOU SHOULD BRING TO SURGERY
PRE-PROCEDURE INSTRUCTION SHEET
PRE SURGERY CHECKLIST
PRE-STEP BY STEP INSTRUCTIONS
How Long Will Fat Grafting Surgery Take?
The duration of fat grafting surgery can vary depending on various factors, including the extent of the procedure and the areas being treated. On average, fat grafting surgery can take anywhere from 2 to 4 hours to complete.
How Long Will Fat Grafting Recovery Take?
The recovery time after fat grafting surgery can vary depending on several factors, but generally, most patients can expect a recovery period of 1 to 2 weeks. During this time, swelling and bruising may occur in the treated areas, and discomfort or pain may be experienced. We may recommend wearing compression garments, avoiding strenuous activities, and taking prescribed medications.
A Pre-Surgery Message From Dr Garcia
Before surgery, we like to remind patients that Dr. Garcia has immense experience with fat grafting techniques and has safely treated hundreds of patients. After completing your consultation, carefully planning your surgery and following all pre-surgery instructions, there’s nothing left to worry about when it comes to the day of your surgery. You are in good hands with the team at Garcia Facial Plastic Surgery!
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Frequently Asked Fat Grafting Questions
Are there any risks or complications associated with fat grafting surgery?
Like any surgical procedure, there are risks and potential complications associated with fat grafting surgery. These may include bleeding, infection and nerve damage. However, these complications occur in less than 1% of fat grafting procedures. Furthermore, Dr. Garcia’s focus and expertise on liposuction techniques help to minimize the risks associated with fat grafting surgery.
Will there be scarring after fat grafting?
In general, fat grafting procedures are designed to minimize scarring, as Dr. Garcia takes care to use the smallest incisions possible for harvesting the fat. Additionally, our goal is to place these incisions in inconspicuous areas to minimize visible scarring. The injection process rarely leaves noticeable scars, as the tools we use for injection can be inserted beneath the skin without sizable incisions.
How long does a fat transfer last?
The results produced with fat transfer techniques are permanent. This is because the fat transferred to the treatment areas does not dissolve over time, like a dermal filler would. You can expect your fat transfer results to last for many years to come.
However, it’s important to understand that some of the fat cells will not survive the transfer process and will be absorbed by the body. This is an expected part of the fat transfer process, so Dr. Garcia accounts for this during the planning and execution of your fat grafting procedure. Still, you should expect some fluctuation in your results as the fat cells adjust to the transfer process.
Finally, it’s important to note that the body’s natural aging process and changes in weight can still affect your appearance over time. Maintenance treatments or touch-ups may be needed to maintain your results.
