BBL: I am 4 weeks post op and my garment is starting to loosen up. Should I order a smaller garment?

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Hi, I'm 4 weeks post of from a BBL procedure with Lipo 360 around my torso. My 2nd garment I received after being 2 weeks post op is starting to loosen up very badly in my stomach area. My butt is very large but there is almost no fat left in my torso. Should I try and find another garment that compresses my stomach better? Thank you.

Sam Jejurikar, MD · Answer

I generally try to get my patients to wear compression over their abdomen for 6 weeks postoperatively, but you'll find no consensus among plastic surgeons on this topic. If you feel as though you still have some swelling or some loose abdominal skin, definitely see if you can find a smaller garment.Hope this helps! Sam Jejurikar, MD

Dhaval M. Patel, MD · Answer

Thank you for your question. I would recommend addressing this with your plastic surgeon. It is difficult to tell without seeing in person. Schedule a follow up appointment with your plastic surgeon and see if he is okay with it. Best of luck!Dhaval M. Patel Double Board Certified Plastic Surgeon Hoffman Estates Barrington Oakbrook Chicago

Jaime S. Schwartz, MD, FACS · Answer

I appreciate your question.

I would recommend that you discuss this question with your surgeon as every surgeon has their own respective post op protocol for his/her patients.  Your surgeon is your best resource as he/she is most familiar with your medical history and how you are healing at this time.

The best way to assess and give true advice would be an in-person exam.

Please see a board-certified plastic surgeon that specializes in aesthetic and restorative plastic surgery.

Best of luck!

Dr. Schwartz

Board Certified Plastic Surgeon

#RealSelf100Surgeon

Frederick G. Weniger, MD, FACS, MBA · Answer

Thank you for your question.  Every Board Certified Plastic Surgeon has a different post operative protocol.  Contact your surgeon to discuss what they believe is best for you.

Steven Wallach, MD · Answer

I usually have patients were a garment for 3-6 weeks but every surgeon is different. You should run this by your surgeon.

BBL: I am 4 weeks post op and my garment is starting to loosen up. Should I order a smaller garment?

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