How long do you need to use a BBL pillow while sitting and driving after procedure?

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I have 6 weeks off before starting new job which requires me to sit most of day. Will I still need a bbl pillow?

Sacha Obaid, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question! For my patients having a BBL procedure, I recommend they stay completely off of their buttocks for the first 10 days after surgery, then they can start using the BBL pillow for the following 3 weeks. At 6 weeks post op, there are no sitting restrictions. I recommend discussing specific post op instructions with your plastic surgeon. Best of luck!

Kenneth Hughes, MD · Answer

The most accurate answer will be provided by the plastic surgeon who performed your BBL.
I recommend that my patients minimize sitting, even with a pillow, for the first two weeks.  If they must sit, every 30 minutes or an hour, they should get up and stand for a few seconds to take the pressure off.   This reduces the chance for fat necrosis. I usually recommend about 6 weeks before sitting without a pillow. After 6 weeks the fat has revascularized, and patients will have a very good idea of their final results.  
Kenneth Hughes, MD, Board Certified Plastic Surgeon
Los Angeles, CA

Luis A. Mejia, MD · Answer

hello thank you for your question and provided information as well.. in general , its recommended use the bobby pillow for 1 month counting day after surgery , but in this case its good if your ask your plastic surgeon about the case.

Emmanuel Mallol Cotes, MD · Answer

Thank you very much for this interesting question. I would recommend you to avoid sitting or sleeping on your back for eight weeks to prevent your butt get flat.Kind regards,Dr. Emmanuel Mallol Cotes.-

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Veda2046,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.Every plastic surgeon has his own postoperative protocol which he recommends to his patients. I would suggest you to discuss this with your plastic surgeon.Daniel Barrett, MD
Certified, American Board of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Plastic Surgery
Member, American Society of Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Emmanuel De La Cruz, MD · Answer

Hello Veda2046,
It’s a pleasure to answer your questions! Based on my experience, after performing Brazilian Butt Lift (BBL) surgery you must avoid sitting or sleeping on your back for 6-8 weeks or else the desired outcome will be negatively affected. Putting pressure on your buttocks by sitting down or laying on it during the recovery period can stiffen, deform and even cause the transplanted fat cells to reabsorb. In the case you can’t absolutely elude sitting because of your new job, I would recommend you doing it in a modified position, placing a bolster or rolled-up towel under the back of the thighs while sitting down, as to avoid significant pressure. Also, there is a variety of post BBL surgery support cushions available on the market. Hope this is helpful! Dr. De La Cruz.

Carolina Restrepo, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question.  Every surgeon will have his/her own preferences as to recovery for specific procedures. Postoperatively, no specific position is indicated and we do not have any sitting restrictions.  The pressure caused by sitting is not sufficient to affect viability of the fat cells and so the postsurgical position depends basically on comfort and any other operations that have been performed. That said, you definitely have to choose your surgeon correctly and make sure that he/she has the training and experience to meet your goals with absolute safety.  Best is a Board Certified Plastic Surgeon with specialized expertise in this procedure.

Erika Sato, MD, FACS · Answer

Ask your PS as all of us have different recommendations for post op after a BBL. I personally ask for 10 days no sitting or laying on your butt or hips.

Jonathan Kaplan, MD, MPH · Answer

It is recommended to stay of the buttocks as much as possible and use your "booty" pillow for six weeks after your procedure. This allows all the new fat cells to acquire an adequate blood source so they can survive and stay for good!

How long do you need to use a BBL pillow while sitting and driving after procedure?

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