Can the fit of a compression garment (if a bit too tight), ruin the results of my tummy tuck, if worn long term? (Photos)

I have never seen a garment “ruin” a tummy tuck result. These devices basically compress the fluid only out of the tissues. Avoid “shaping” garments as these can lead to contour problems. Garments should be tight but functional! Good luck. Dr. Aldo

Each surgeon differs in their opinions regarding compression garments after a tummy tuck and/or liposuction. If the garment is too tight it can actually cut off blood flow to part of the skin causing major problems. Your plastic surgeon can guide you as to the appropriate amount of "tightness" that is safe with your garment. Best wishes. 

Thank you for the question. Your plastic surgeon will guide you when it comes to specific postoperative instructions.
I ask my patients to where the abdominal wall binder for one month after surgery;  most patients are eager to “burn” the garment  as soon as possible.  Some patients however prefer to keep  some form of compression garment on for a longer period of time, stating that the garment gives them  a feeling of “security”.  The use of compression garments such as "spanx" may be helpful thereafter.To answer your question specifically:  it is possible for post op garments to be too tight.   A garment that is too tight may be problematic in that patients may have numbness in the surgical sites (and may not know that the garment is too tight).   Also, surgical sites (just by the nature of the operation performed) will have diminished blood and lymphatic flow for a period of time; a garment that is too tight may compromise this flow and cause issues with incision line healing, localized swelling or and/or tissue survival... Again, best to "clear"  these types of concerns with your plastic surgeon. Best wishes.