Can I fly 8 days after my BBL, flight is 2.5 hours?

Hi, thanks for your question. Flying 8 days after your BBL sounds much too soon. We typically recommend that our patients don't sit on their bum or lie flat on their back for at least two weeks following surgery. Given that you'll have to sit for 2.5 hours or more during your flight, this does not sound like a good idea. Ultimately, you need to follow your surgeon's pre and post-operative guidelines carefully, so I recommend that you discuss your plans with them. That said, we generally don't encourage traveling for surgery, as it's best when your surgeon can follow you personally from start to finish as they know your case best. Be sure to have a surgeon that will agree to follow you in Washington, in case any issues in your recovery arise.

Dear budydn,
I understand your concern. It is best that you consult your plastic surgeon regarding post operative care and management (i.e including massage techniques and timing) specific to your case. Your surgeon knows your condition well and has preferences on when and what to use for faster healing and recovery. Post operative care and management depends on the type of surgery performed and the technique used during surgery among other factors.It is best, however, that you follow your plastic surgeon's advice on post operative care management for a smooth and faster healing and recovery.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Hello dear!!
Thanks for the question and provided information as well.
I recommend my patients to wait at least 10 days before flying back home, and you should not sit for more than 30 mins. every two hours, for the first 2 weeks, and always with the help of a boppy pillow. If you have any concerns, I suggest you follow up close with your plastic surgeon.
Hope this is helpful. Good luck :)

Hi thank you for your question. A week’s time after BBL is good enough to become mobile. However, to avoid any discomfort during your travel you can sit on a BBL pillow or rolled up towel behind the knees to keep your buttocks elevated and free from any pressure. In case you are traveling business class then it will allow you to be on your stomach or side.

Thank you for your question. I advice you to consult your surgeon regarding post-operative care. However in as long as your health condition is well it is safe to fly.

I do not recommend patients travel long distances for surgical procedures. Patient do not seem to appreciate the importance of in person consultations, that complications happen or the number of patients who have concerns afterwards and need revisions.

Each provider is responsible for their patients during and after surgery. Each will have their own set of postoperative instructions and recommendations and this should include travel. it should’ve been discussed during your consultation.

If I wasn’t I suggest you contact your provider and discuss your plan to travel arrangements and see what they recommend.

Best,

Mats Hagstrom MD