How long after a tummy tuck do you have to wear the compression garment?

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For how long after you have surgery do you have to wear a compression garment/faja after having a tummy tuck?

Sacha Obaid, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question! For my patients having a tummy tuck procedure, I recommend they wear their compression garments for the first 3 weeks post surgery, 24/7, then an additional 3 weeks at night only. I recommend discussing specific post op instructions with your plastic surgeon. Best of luck!

Isabel Balza, MD · Answer

Thanks for the question,
Swelling is very common in tummy tuck procedure, usually more frequently in the lower abdominal area. Usually, the swelling goes down after 6 months but the final result is after one year after surgery. The compression garment is very important after tummy tuck and helps to reduce the swelling, I like to recommend for at least 6 weeks some patients prefer to wear the binder longer.  Also,  liposuction after a year reduces the bulky area under the navel. Please make sure to contact a Board Certifies Plastic Surgeon. Good luck :)

Tom J. Pousti, MD · Answer

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.
  Best wishes.

Andrew Jimerson, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question,I suggest usually between 6 weeks and 6 months of wearing your compression garment. Everyone’s body is different so it varies from person to person. A lot of my patients like to wear it much longer than what they have to. It might seem like a hassle, but it seems as though most patients find it more comfortable and they get better results.Best Wishes

Lina Triana, MD · Answer

After a tummy tuck it is important to wear a tight garment for the first 4 weeks to prevent liquid accumulation and decrease swelling, and for a couple of weeks more to eight weeks post surgery, to promote correct healing and keep abdominal muscles that have been suture back in the mid line together while a good scar is formed.

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