Questions re: fat grafting

I can't speak to anything about fat grafting since I'm new to all the PS stuff. However - there are most definitely other options for pre-op antiseptics. You would probably need to check with the original hospital about what they typically use - I'm not positive if it would be listed in your operative report or not. Most places use Chlorohexadine. Most will substitute Betadine for allergic reactions. I would check!

Love and light - I have had a bunch of fat grafting, I will attempt to answer your questions.

1. I have not seen drains for FG alone, drains would be used when FG is done along with a complex exchange or revision.

2. I would look for a snap crotch panty - check Amazon and opt for expedited shipping - doesn't have to be Spanx brand. Rolling the panty down to use the bathroom will hurt. I don't think any abdominal binder will compress the correct area. I would recommend that you wear compression - it helps with discomfort and helps prevent firmness/lumps that happen when the cannula tunnels fill with fluid.

3. My dressings were essentially bandaids or gauze under paper tape, not at all bulky.

4. Ask your PS about the antibiotic. Since you have implants you are at higher risk for an infection that threatens the foreign body. You may be able to take a less intense med since this is not a very invasive procedure.

5. Ask about whether they can use Betadine, I have this same issue and it works for me.

6. No way to tell about your daughter's concert - I could drive after several of my FG procedures by day 3. Depends on a number of factors.

7. Entirely possible that they can put some fat under the nipple for you, your PS should mark you in pre-op and you can discuss then.

8. Eat increased protein, don't compress the graft area, treat it gently. Arnica cream or gel (OTC) helps with bruising at the donor site. My PS restricts exercise for at least two weeks, maybe longer depending on the circumstances. The compression is not comfy, but it really helps. It takes up to 6 months to see how much of the fat will stay, mine has done very well Good luck!

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love and light - I'm so very glad the info was helpful. If you have questions subsequent to your procedure please ask! Hope things are going well

loveandlight - sorry I missed your questions until now - I should have checked sooner! Is your bra pressing on any of the grafted areas? My surgeon had me wear a surgical bra but it did not squeeze any of the grafted areas, just kept the bandages supported. As far as ice, most docs don't recommend it as it has not been shown to improve swelling, and can be dangerous because the skin may be numb and it could cause issuesif ice stays on too long. Did you receive any instructions from your PS about ice?

love - I shortened your name, lol! No problem on the questions, ask me anything, any time - you can continue with FG but you have to know you may continue to reabsorb the fat and it may not help - I would wait a beat to see what happens with this round before deciding on doing more. I have had a bunch of FG done for differing reasons, but it doesn't always prevent rippling, particularly in areas with thinner skin or bony structure like the cleavage area. I had the initial FG done - really my only one for aesthetics, in which quite a large amount of fat was grafted above my implants and got a great result - I have obedient fat, lol! I tend to not reabsorb, but I know that I am lucky in that regard. The rest of my FG was done for skin integrity, much like for ladies who have had rads, even though I did nopt - unfortunately, my skin doesn't heal well so the FG really helped. It would be worth talking to your PS about what is the experience with number of grafts needed and whether the nip area can be improved. Thanks for asking about me - I am having a vascular procedure tomorrow on my left leg, I have two incompetent veins that will be re-directed by use of an endovenous laser - a little nervous, but hoping it goes smoothly. I will either not be looking at BCO because my leg hurts, or I will be looking at BCO a lot because I can't move - not sure which yet, lol!