I'm 8 days post lipo/bbl, and my stomach looks bigger in the garment than it was BEFORE I had the lipo!! When I take the garment off to shower, it doesn't look as big, but when I have the garment on, I look like I'm 4 months pregnant! This is depressing me as I expected a flat tummy after liposuction! I do not feel liquid in my belly.
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January 28, 2021
Answer: 8 days post op lipo/BBL and my belly is swelling. Should it be flat at this stage? (Photo)
You should ask your surgeon for specific instructions about this. I ask my patient to shave 2-3 days before the surgery, but not the day before or the day of the surgery, as you can have small cuts that may not heal by the time of the surgery and you may have some irritation that can create a...
If you want a significant improvement, many areas would likely need to be liposuctioned to get enough fat to make it worth your while. You would also need a plastic surgeon who is very aggressive in this regard. Additional pictures or an exam would help make a...
Hello dear!
Thanks for the question and provided information as well.
When choosing a plastic surgeon, the most important thing to consider is that he or she is board certified, the experience with the procedure you are interested in and that you feel comfortable in his/her hands.
The average...
