Fat Implantation

Fat implantation is usually done in conjunction with other procedures such as liposuction and laser peeling and the recovery is similar to that for liposuction. Foam pads and elastic compression dressings are fitted over the injected areas. On those that have been both laser treated and fat-enhanced, recovery will be similar to a skin peel but there will be more swelling of the fat injections.

For breasts that received a fat transplantation, a special bra is worn for two to three weeks to allow the fat to stay in place. Another rigid cover is used for penis transplants. The swelling lasts about three weeks.

Sometimes a hyperbaric chamber, in which the air pressure is greatly increased to drive more oxygen into the skin, is used to speed healing and improve the retention of transplanted fat.