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How Long Do You Recommend Wearing the Compression Garment After Liposuction?

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I had my flanks, back, under butt area, and a little fat under the arms done with Smart lypo. How long do you recommend wearing the compression garment? I was told 6-8 weeks with night time up to 6 months.

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