Question 1

Safe

Accepted Answer

Twilight sedation, because it uses less anesthesia, is generally safer than general anesthesia in most patients. There is less complications and discomfort like nausea after surgery.

Question 2

Faster Recovery

Accepted Answer

Lightly sedated patient recover from anesthesia much quicker.
They return to function normally only after a few hours, as oppose to days that can happen with general anesthesia.  
Nausea is also minimized.

Question 3

Decrease risk of complications

Accepted Answer

General anesthesia can lead to complications in a subset of patients, such as blood clots in the leg. This is uncommon but can be lift threatening. 
Twilight sedation allow patients to breathe on their own, reducing the risk of respiratory issues.

Question 4

Comfort

Accepted Answer

Patient is relaxed and comfortable but remains responsive to the surgeon's instructions. This allows the surgeon and patient to work together to obtain their desired results.

Question 5

Immediate feedback

Accepted Answer

With patient awake, they can provide immediate feedback during the procedure, optimizing outcomes and trust between surgeon and patient.

Question 6

Minimal downtime

Accepted Answer

Twilight sedation recovery is shorter and more comfortable for the patient. This allows them to return to normal daily activities much faster than patients who underwent general anesthesia.

Question 7

Why is facial fat grafting performed?

Accepted Answer

To restore volume to your face and contour the face, restoring its natural youthful appearance
To contour your jawline and enhance and balances your facial features

Question 8

Am I a good candidate for fat grafting lifting surgery?

Accepted Answer

Aging leads to facial changes including volume loss, downward movement of once tight structures like fat pads, and skin and bone thinning.
Manifestations include wrinkles on the neck, deepening nasolabial folds, descent and shrinkage of cheek fat pads causing eye bags, loss of lip volume, and drooping eyebrows.
These changes typically begin to show in the mid to late twenties.
Facial fat grafting effectively addresses volume loss associated with aging.
Even if young, dissatisfaction with facial contours like cheeks, forehead, and chin can be addressed with facial fat grafting.

Question 9

What to expect after facial fat grafting surgery?

Accepted Answer

Botox injections may accompany fat transfer to minimize fat resorption; temporary muscle function decrease is possible.
Mild to moderate facial swelling is anticipated post-surgery.
Expect moderate pain and swelling at the liposuctioned area, manageable with OTC and prescription medications.
Compression bandages to areas of liposuction can be provided after surgery in certain cases where this is needed, and is to be worn consistently (24/7, except for shower breaks) for at least 2 weeks.
Bruising at the liposuctioned site is normal and typically resolves within 2-3 weeks.
Suture removal is usually unnecessary with this procedure.
Desk job return is feasible after 3-7 days, depending on comfort.
Gradual resumption of physical activity can begin 2 weeks after surgery.

Steps for recovery:

Sleep with head elevated higher than chest for several days.
Minimize compresses to avoid displacing the fat.
If necessary, use acetaminophen (Tylenol) for pain relief.

Avoid:
Strenuous activities for 2-4 week.
Smoking.
Certain medications or supplements that increase bleeding.

Question 10

What are the risks to facial fat grafting surgery?

Accepted Answer

Major complications are extremely rare.
Some degree of asymmetry between the two sides is expected, but any major asymmetry is not expected.
There is almost no risk of infection as no foreign material is placed. 
There is always a chance you might need revision surgery.
Bruising and swelling is expected, but usually very minimal. 
Bleeding is very rare but can occur and might need another procedure.

Question 11

Cost?

Accepted Answer

Please contact us about cost as the exact procedure you needed is tailored to your goals and anatomy. Unless there is a medical indication for the fat grafting, insurance will not pay for it.

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