Should I use a garment after fat graft for lipoma removal dent?

Question

I had fat grafting done to my left buttock to correct an indent from a lipoma and lipoma removal. My doctor did not give me a garment besides one for my torso for the liposuction done on my hips. I am 3 weeks post op and am noticing some build up at the bottom of my glute and this creates a divot in my buttock. I am nervous this will not smoothen out and am wondering if using a garment will help. Will getting a garment help ensure my glute is shaped nicely and help with contouring? Am I too late for this? What would I need to get if this is something I should invest in?

Nelson Castillo, MD · Answer

Thank you for sharing your excellent question.  In general surgical garments will not alter or impact the results from any surgical procedure, rather they limit the degree of postoperative swelling that can occur.  You can speak to your surgeon about a garment for your buttock to help minimize the bottom glute "buildup" but this should simply dissipate on its own given sufficient time.  Hope this helps.

Daniel Barrett, MD · Answer

Dear Runner531,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

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