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Lymphatic drainage massage. Will I see a faster end result? Will I still have to wear my compression garment?

August 15, 2015
Asked By:vnessasichelle in Boston, MA

hi , im 10 days post-op liposuction on my abdomen and fat transfer to my lips and cheekbones . I am very happy with my result so far and im about to star my lymphatic drainage massage will i see a faster end result and will i still have to wear my compression garment ?

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Answer: Lipo and compression

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