Normal To Wear Compression Garments After Fat Transfer to Butt?

Post-operative garments for compression are frequently
utilized following cosmetic surgery. These devices minimize swelling, decrease
pain, decrease discomfort and help remodel tissue.In Brazilian
butt lift patients, extreme pressure can result in fat cell death. For this
reason some surgeons have utilized “butt out” compression garments. This
hopefully avoids pressure in areas that have undergone fat grafting, while
simultaneously compressing donor sites that have undergone liposuction.The
vast majority of plastic surgeons utilize “butt in” compression garments. In
this situation, the goal is to remodel the tissue, not compress and remove
swelling. When these devices are used, they should fit snuggly, but not tightly
because this could result in damage to the grafted fat cells.It’s
important to realize that no two patients are ever exactly the same. For this
reason, it’s important that treatment be individualized. If you have questions regarding
this topic, a discussion with your surgeon is appropriate.

The compression garment is an important part of your
Brazilian Butt Lift as the full benefit of the procedure is not only from the fat
transfer but also the liposculpting. I
do think it is important that you have a specialized garment after your
procedure. I have tried various
garments, with and without material over the buttock area. From a patient comfort standpoint I have
found that the garments with a very soft mesh over the buttock has been best. However this is personal decision between you
and your surgeon.



I hope this helps, be sure to discuss this with your board
certified plastic surgeon.

We provide a butt-out compression garment that should be worn for several weeks after the procedure. 

Thank you for your question! I suggest you see a board certified plastic surgeon and discuss any questions you have with him or her.  I recommend all my patients wear a garment for 4 to 6 weeks post op! Best of Luck!Dr Dhaval PatelDouble Board Certified Plastic SurgeonChicago Hoffman Estates Oak Brook

I always put my patients in compression garments immediately after BBL.  This will decrease bruising and swelling, and speed recovery. I do not find that compression increases the amount of fat loss. In fact I think it helps maintain fat.