I had fat grafting to the buttocks, 2 days post op. Not happy with outcome. Will it change in time?

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My goal is not to have n overly large butt...just reshape. Because of the ab and breast surgery.... I am unable to lie on my front. So ...I am worried about my butt not healing in a nice shape. Right now...they are flat on the bottom with a "shelf" of fullness above. Will sitting on my rear ruin it? No compression garment was given for my rear...only breasts and abs.. Should I be wearing a compression garment...and are my results going to shift as the swelling goes down?

Ryan A. Stanton, MD · Answer

Because you had surgery only two days ago, there exists a lot of tissue distortion from swelling and the trauma of surgery itself.  Be sure to follow your operating surgeons recommendations and keep your follow up visits until more of the shape comes in over the ensuing weeks and months until you revisit this issue, if need be, with your surgeon.  Glad to help.

Tania Medina de Garcia, MD · Answer

Hello dear!!
Thanks for the question and provided information as well.
You are still early on the healing process, it can take up to six months to see your final results, so please be patient. At the stage you are in, inflammation, discomfort and irregularities are normal.
If you have any concerns, please follow up close with your plastic surgeon.
Good luck :)

Daniel Shapiro, MD · Answer

It is very close to the time of your procedure and too soon to make assumptions about your results. I recommend following your surgeon's advice and wearing your compression garment. Contact your surgeon directly for specific things you should do to ensure ideal results.

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

It is difficult to say without having seen you. The best person to ask is your surgeon directly. Good luck and be patient. Swelling can mask some of the result.

Steven M. Camp, MD · Answer

Hi there,Thanks for sharing your question and photos.  I would advise you that it is still very early after surgery and difficult to determine the final result.  I recommend close follow up with your plastic surgeon for appropriate postoperative instructions and activity

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