When traveling out of state to get a BBL, how many days is best to stay before traveling back home?

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I’m thinking of going to Miami to get a BBL and would like to know what’s the best amount of days to stay there?

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

There are no hard and fast rules on when to fly after this procedure.  Recommend that you ask for your PS's opinion regarding boarding a flight within a few days (Most would recommend a week or two before flying) of your BBL surgery. He/she will know of any complications during or following the surgery. The main risk is related to development of a blood clot in the legs that can then migrate to the lungs. Sitting for long periods of time puts you at higher risk due to being stationary.  Pressure on the fat, etc. are also possibilities.
Kenneth Hughes, MD, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
Los Angeles, CA

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear phyre,every plastic surgeon has his own postoperative protocol which he recommends to his patients. I would suggest you to discuss this with your plastic surgeon.Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Emmanuel De La Cruz, MD · Answer

Hello phyre,
It’s a pleasure to answer your questions! Plastic surgeons have different post-operative protocols, customized for every patient to achieve the best results. I typically suggest my patients to avoid traveling at least the first 8 weeks after Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) surgery. Putting pressure on your buttocks by sitting down or laying on it, especially for long periods of time, can stiffen, deform and even cause the transplanted fat cells to reabsorb. In the case you can’t absolutely elude getting in a plane, I recommend you sitting in a modified position, placing a bolster or rolled-up towel under the back of the thighs while sitting down, as to avoid significant pressure. Also, there is a variety of post BBL surgery support cushions available on the market. Moreover, your surgeon may prescribe you an anti-coagulant medication to prevent a deep venous thrombosis when you travel, especially for long flights. Good luck and may God bless you! Dr. De La Cruz.

Jaime S. Schwartz, MD, FACS · Answer

You should wait at least 2 weeks before sitting without a support cushion and sleeping on your back. Sitting with no support too soon can harm the newly moved fat cells.

Michael J. Denk, MD, FACS · Answer

My first word of advice is be careful. Please do some homework and be sure of the training and safety standards of the surgeon you’re going to. Out of town surgery is ok, but you definitely compromise the post-operative care, which is important. Having said all that, I would stay in town for 4-5 days and be prepared to return anytime in the fist 3 weeks, if you have issues and can not find some one in your home town to help you. Best of luck.

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