When can I swim in an outdoor pool and go to the beach after liposuction?

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N. Bill Aydin, MD · Answer

You should really ask this question to your surgeon since we all have slightly different post operative instruction and it also depends on how your incisions are healing. I would say that most of the times after two weeks post-op  if your incisions are completely healed you can go into the pool or beach.

Nathan Eberle, MD, DDS, FACS · Answer

This is largely dependent on how your incisions have healed. Most wounds can be submerged by 2 weeks post-op, but again every patient is different. Asking your surgeon would be your best resource.

Jason Emer, MD · Answer

I make my patient wait 4 weeks after an aggressive 4D contouring treatment to go in a pool or hot tub.  Best, Dr. Emer.

Jaime S. Schwartz, MD, FACS · Answer

I appreciate your question.

I would recommend that you discuss this question with your surgeon as every surgeon has their own respective post op protocol for his/her patients.  Your surgeon is your best resource as he/she is most familiar with your medical history and how you will be healing following surgery.

The best way to assess and give true advice would be an in-person exam.

Please see a board-certified plastic surgeon that specializes in aesthetic and restorative plastic surgery.

Best of luck!

Dr. Schwartz

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

Director-Beverly Hills Breast and Body Institute

#RealSelf100Surgeon

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 6 weeks before resuming any water related sports, to avoid risk of infection.
If you have any concerns, I suggest you follow up close with your plastic surgeon.
Hope this is helpful. Good luck :)

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