Autologous fat filler has become one of the popular cosmetic procedures in medical institutions because of its good compatibility and no rejection. However, post-operative swelling can make many people feel difficult and apprehensive, wondering what is considered normal? How long will it take for the swelling to go down? I don’t know how to take care of the swelling better? Today, we will talk about what we should pay attention to after fat grafting and how to deal with the post-operative swelling period. Normally, the facial swelling that occurs immediately after surgery is not particularly serious, and it is not really swelling in the real sense. It is more of a tissue support from the fat filling to the corresponding location. In other words, we fill the fat cells by grafting them in the depressions and in the locations that need support, and then the tissue is supported. The real period of tissue swelling, the peak of swelling, generally has two phases. The first phase, which is 48h-72h after surgery, which is the second to third day, is probably when the swelling is most severe and prominent. In fact, the same is true for other surgeries, even if we do blepharoplasty or rhinoplasty, there is always a peak of swelling on the second or third day. The second phase, is on day 5 – day 7. Many babies will find that they feel better the first two days, but why is the swelling suddenly noticeable again? In fact, the swelling in this stage is only especially obvious after the facial fat grafting project. The swelling in the second stage is sudden and more serious, which is one of the characteristics of facial fat grafting. It is possible that it is due to the unprocessed oil in the fat cells, which stimulates the body to produce an inflammatory reaction. Of course, there are individual candidates whose swelling in the second stage is not severe. In fact, the degree and duration of swelling for each individual is somewhat related to the individual, and also correlates with the way the fat is handled, including the level of injection and the amount of fat injected. In some cases, it has been found that after fat stem cell extraction and injection, the degree of swelling will be significantly reduced and the swelling period will be shortened. Because the fat cells have removed some of the oil during the screening process, the inflammatory response of the tissues will be less pronounced later. How to take care of the swelling period? 1, the day after surgery, bruising and pain, do not take painkillers The first day, the injection site swollen, there may be a mild bruise. There will be a little blood scab in the injection eye, and the wound may be a little painful. These are all normal and tolerable, so don’t rush to take painkillers! Because aspirin-based drugs can aggravate wound bleeding. Just rest and enjoy the care of your family and friends. 2, seven days after surgery is the most critical, must avoid the eye of the needle During this period is still the wound is prohibited to get wet, 5 days later can wash their own face, try to avoid the eye of the needle, at the same time can not squeeze, massage, not hot bath, the eye of the needle site can be coated with erythromycin ointment. Also as far as possible to reduce activity, quiet recuperation, bed rest is best in a semi-prone position. There is also spicy stimulation, beef and mutton, fish, shrimp, crab and seafood of all colors what do not eat, meat, eggs and milk as little as possible, try to eat more light, rich in VC food. Smoking and drinking is not advisable, during this period is firmly prohibited. The first day to the seventh day after surgery, it is the key moment of recovery, it seems to be a slight swelling, the change is more obvious, the bruises are basically absorbed, the amount of fat has a certain percentage of absorption, the effect is not the final effect, or need to wait patiently. 3, do not massage within one month after surgery Within 1-3 months after surgery, avoid soft pressure massage filling parts, prohibit strenuous exercise, prohibit dieting to lose weight, etc. Be careful not to rub and massage the filled parts, and also to reduce the exaggerated movements or expressions of the filled parts as much as possible. Don’t handle it without permission because you feel unsatisfied with the post-operative effect. The swelling gradually disappears and the transplanted fat is relatively stable, but the final effect is not yet achieved at this time, and the fat will be absorbed gradually. So don’t be anxious if you still feel swollen or the effect is too full at this time, but trust the power of time.