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Explanation as to why fat gets bigger 6-18 months after

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Explanation as to why fat gets bigger 6-18 months after

Postby mickey » Fri Jun 03, 2011 6:12 pm

Can you tell me your latest explantion as to why fat graft gets bigger 6months to 18 months after transfer?
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Re: Explanation as to why fat gets bigger 6-18 months after

Postby dr. lam » Sat Jun 04, 2011 6:10 am

yes, i look at it like the growth that you get from a hair transplant when the blood supply formalizes. watch these videos to understand better:

http://www.lamfacialplastics.com/galler ... ilarities/
Samuel M. Lam, M.D., F.A.C.S.
Diplomate, American Board of Facial Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
Diplomate, American Board of Otolaryngology Head & Neck Surgery
Diplomate, American Board of Hair Restoration Surgery
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