Just What the Doctor Ordered

I always recommend compression garments for my patients after Liposuction.  Typically, I supply two sets of garments, so that the patient will always have one clean garment to change into each day, and I recommend that they are worn continuously, 24/7, for the first three weeks, except to shower.  I find that the commercially-available medical compression garments are easier to put on during the early stage of the recovery process, and provide stronger support and compression, than Spanx or other non-medical garments.  Occasionally, I have patients apply an additional layer of Topifoam compression inside the garments, which would not be as effective with Spanx or pantyhose.

During the second three weeks, I allow patients to wear the garment 12 hours a day, at their option.  After six weeks, the patients can wear Spanx, pantyhose, or no compression, but I find that many patients feel "insecure" without the support garments, and continue to wear them for several months after the surgery.

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Take it from a plastic surgeon who has done more than 1000 liposuctions. A good Post-liposuction Compression Garment is a must! this is because it helps to

• Reduce excessive swelling
• Reduces incidence of seroma or fluid collection.
• Give abdominal and support for posture.
• Reduces bruising.

I found spandexes to be usesless and if you are going to wear a spandex, you might as well not wear anything.