Fat Transfer Face Swelling Time. The swelling will be at its worst for the first three or four days. Fat transfer recovery and side effects.
The swelling will be at its worst for the first three or four days. Fat can be transferred to the face in different ways. It takes time for the fat grafts to settle down and for the inflammation that causes the swelling to subside.
Common areas of fat transfer include the temples the folds around the mouth cheeks chin.
The timeline for fat transfer recovery ranges from 2 4 weeks but our staff can give you more exact dates during the initial consultation appointment. Majority of swelling will settle between the first and second week. After six months you can expect to see the full effects of fat transfer to face surgery. Common postoperative side effects include swelling redness and bruising but these symptoms are typically mild and resolve quickly.