I am having a circular tummy tuck and BBL w lipo. Is a BBL mattress a good investment for sleeping?

My patient coordinator suggests a "mattress" called a holo lilo. It's a swimming pool raft, not a mattress with a hole cut out in the middle for pregnant ladies to lay on their stomachs. As you described, you will lay on your back with your head elevated and your buttocks in the hole of the raft so there's no pressure on them. Some patients cut out holes in lawn chairs and sleep on them.

Dear mine619,
I instruct my patients not to sit for 2 solid weeks. We provide them a specialized pillow that our patients can sit on during that time. They can sleep on their stomachs or sides. Fat viability depends a lot of surgeon technique. The fat has to be placed back into the buttocks as soon as possible so that it has a greater chance of survival. It has to be placed carefully so that not too much fat is placed in only one area.
Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Hello,
I think a BBL pillow is a great investment for those 6 weeks after surgery. A BBL mattress seems like too big of an investment for such a short period of time when you will need it.SincerelyDr.G

This is something you should discuss with your plastic surgeon. It should’ve been discussed during your consultation or a preop visit.

Each surgeon is responsible for their own postoperative protocols.


Best,

Mats Hagstrom MD