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I had fat grafting to my face when I got a facelift. Six weeks later, I’ve noticed my face is not as full as it was. I also see asymmetry. Is this normal? Dr. Carlos Wolf: It is common to experience some degree of asymmetry and reduction in fullness following fat grafting to the face. Immediately after the procedure, the treated areas often appear fuller due to swelling and the presence of more fat cells than will ultimately survive. Typically, some of the transplanted fat will be reabsorbed by the body in the weeks following the procedure, leading to a decrease in volume. Asymmetry can also o…

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