Is it ok to fly 5 days after a BBL?

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I def picked the wrong time to get this procedure. My kids start school sept 4 and my procedure is August 26. I'm flying back home the 31st. The plane ride is 3 hrs. I've had 4 c sections with no complications was walking straight out of the surgery to help prevent any complications . So is it ok to fly for 3 hrs after 5 days ?

Salvador Pantoja, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question, I regularly advice my patients to stay at least 7 to 10 days within the area before traveling back home, the fist days after the procedure are a little difficult for the patient to get around so its important for them to be close to the office; I also do this for the reason that its best to wait at least a week before sitting on your buttocks on the plane for long periods of time, a patient with a Brazilian butt lift must wait at least two weeks before sitting on their buttocks for the fat to survive.Good Luck.Salvador Pantoja M.D.

Constantino G. Mendieta, MD · Answer

Hello, and thank you for reaching out to us.This does seem too early for you to travel. The days and weeks following your surgery are pivotal for the long term outlook of your procedure. I would recommend discussing this with your surgeon.Good luck, please let us know how it goes.-Dr. Constantino Mendieta

Tania Medina de Garcia, MD · Answer

Hello dear!!
Thanks for the question and provided information as well.
I recommend my patients to wait at least 10 days before flying back to 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 :)

C. Bob Basu, MD, MPH, FACS · Answer

I generally advise no flying for 7-10 days after the BBL procedure.   flying after just 5 days would make me concerned.  Please talk to your PS about your recovery.

Daniel Shapiro, MD · Answer

I typically recommend at least 7-10 days rest, without travel, after a BBL procedure. This is something you should discuss with your operating surgeon to determine the best course of action.

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