I'm 3 1/2 Weeks Post Op from a Tummy Tuck. When Can I Sleep Without my Binder?

asked 4 months ago by MrsAtkins25 in Oak Harbor, WA
Latest answer by Robert L. Kraft, MD
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Tags: 3 weeks post-op, compression garment, sleep

5 answers to I'm 3 1/2 Weeks Post Op from a Tummy Tuck. When Can I Sleep Without my Binder?

The binder is your friend

I generally recommend that patients sleep in the binder for about four weeks postop Although I permit them to remove it during the daytime sooner, they report that it gives them support and guards against unconscious movement while asleep.

Robert L. Kraft, MD
New York Plastic Surgeon

Sleep without Binder after Tummy Tuck

For most of my patients, 2 weeks with a binder is enough but you should check with your surgeon to be sure.

Karol A. Gutowski, MD
Chicago Plastic Surgeon

How long do I wear a surgical garment after tummy tuck

At Gayoso Plastic Surgery, I require my tummy tuck patients to wear a surgical garment for at least 3 weeks after surgery, but I do not allow any abdominal exercising for a total of 3 months after surgery in order to protect the internal 'corset' stitches that I place to give the stomach a flat appearance. I would encourage you to discuss this with your surgeon as every surgeon has his/her own protocol for the length of time a surgical garment is worn in the post operative period. more

Antonio Gayoso, MD
Saint Petersburg Plastic Surgeon

Binder after Tummy Tuck?

Thank you for the question. Every plastic surgeon has his/her own “protocol” that he/she believes will achieve the best results. It would be in your best interests ( and most respectful) if you ask your plastic surgeon with his/her recommendations are. Best wishes. see video